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  • Exploring the path water takes in Arizona

    October 23, 2026 · 14 min

    Arizona water researchers came out with a major study on boosting groundwater supplies. University of Arizona environmental sciences professor Neha Gupta contributed to the report and discusses its impact on the state's water future. Neha…

  • Exploring advanced nanoelectronics

    October 15, 2026 · 11 min

    Scientists are researching the smallest tools for advanced electronics. University of Arizona Materials Science professor Zafer Mutlu works with objects too small to be seen with the naked eye or even standardized microscopes. He describes…

  • Investigating a new link toward longevity

    October 9, 2026 · 12 min

    A drug called Rapamycin impacts the immune system to help organ transplant patients accept foreign tissue. University of Arizona pharmacy professor Bonnie LaFleur says researchers have discovered it can also be useful as an anti-aging…

  • Exploring the universe with radio astronomy

    October 2, 2026 · 15 min

    Radio astronomers search the sky for sources sending out invisible light, including black holes and exploding stars. University of Arizona researcher Kate Alexander investigates locations known to emit radio light, and links her findings…

  • How plant breeding transforms the foods we eat

    September 24, 2026 · 9 min

    Plant scientists are discovering the original variant of popular crops might bring a higher quality of produce. University of Arizona professor Alonso Favela explains why returning to the past could be necessary for advancing sustainable…

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  • Using tree rings to pinpoint ancient natural disasters

    September 18, 2026 · 14 min

    Evidence found in tree rings has uncovered massive mudflows that shaped the Pacific Northwest 500 years ago. University of Arizona researcher Bryan Black discusses how seismic activity that rocked Mount Rainier in the 16th century turned…

  • Exploring exoplanets with the Pandora Space Telescope

    September 10, 2026 · 11 min

    The latest in a series of outer space observatories is sending back images and data from Earth orbit. University of Arizona planetary scientist Daniel Apai discusses the new Pandora Space Telescope, and what it is expected to tell…

  • Searching for breakthroughs in generating fusion energy

    September 3, 2026 · 13 min

    Nuclear fusion holds the promise of solving the world's energy challenges. University of Arizona researcher Tomas Diaz de la Rubia discusses the latest breakthroughs in developing nuclear fusion and how it has advantages over…

  • Exploring an ancient fossil mystery in South America

    August 27, 2026 · 10 min

    Scientists have spent decades studying whale fossils found on land near the Chile's Pacific coast. University of Arizona Geosciences professor Barbara Carrapa discusses how volcanic activity in the Andes Mountains actually led to the…

  • Looking at the connection between evolution and aging

    August 21, 2026 · 9 min

    Evolution plays a role in why some species have more longevity than others. University of Arizona molecular scientist George Sutphin discusses how the process of aging produces what is naturally best for animals ranging from sharks to…

  • The next steps in studying childhood asthma

    August 13, 2026 · 10 min

    A common antibiotic designed to help kids with breathing problems isn't performing as expected. University of Arizona pediatrics professor Fernando Martinez discusses why certain medications are not effective for treating asthma, and could…

  • Studying this year's monsoon

    August 7, 2026 · 14 min

    Some parts of southern Arizona have received higher-than-usual rainfall this summer. National Weather Service forecaster Julia Tetrault discusses what is making the monsoon more active than previous years, and why the conditions are just…

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From astronomy to cancer research and beyond, explore the latest scientific and technological innovations taking place in Arizona.