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A Martian Mash Up: Meteorites Tell Story of Mars' Water History

March 29, 2020

Researchers probed Martian meteorites to reconstruct the red planet's chaotic history. Their findings suggest that Mars received water from at least two different sources early in its history.

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Charlotte Pearson holds the tree sample containing the light ring that might mark the date of the Thera eruption. (Photo: Mikayla Mace)

Tree Rings Could Pin Down Thera Volcano Eruption Date

March 29, 2020

Research led by the UArizona Laboratory of Tree-Ring Research provides context for the civilizations that existed throughout the Bronze and Iron Ages, and may provide a date for the infamous Thera volcano eruption in Santorini, Greece.

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In response to a shortage of masks, researchers is working to design, 3D print and test masks for health care workers. Pictured is a mask prototype, fitted on a mannequin.

UArizona Team to 3D Print Medical Masks

March 26, 2020

In response to a shortage of personal protective equipment, UArizona researchers are working to design, 3D print and test masks for health care facilities.

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A group of researchers in the School of Animal and Comparative Biomedical Sciences has turned to making hand sanitizer for health care workers.

UArizona Research Labs Produce Hand Sanitizer for Area Health Care Workers

March 25, 2020

Researchers in the School of Animal and Comparative Biomedical Sciences are following WHO guidelines to produce hand sanitizer in the lab.

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Phrases made common amid the COVID-19 pandemic – such as "self-quarantine," "self-isolation" and "shelter-in-place" – have disparate interpretations. Some hear them and feel the need to hide out at home, while others think it's time to throw a party. (Graphic: Eddie Canto/Research, Innovation & Impact)

As COVID-19 Disrupts Lives, Words Matter

March 25, 2020

From podiums and podcasts to Tweets and TikTok videos, everyone is talking about COVID-19, but not everyone is using the same words to mean the same things.

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A Mexican leaf frog, photographed near Alamos, Mexico. Both plant and animal species in the tropics, like this frog, were found to occur over a narrower range of temperatures than temperate species, which may make tropical species much more vulnerable to climate change. (Photo: John J. Wiens)

Plants and Animals Aren't So Different When it Comes to Climate

March 23, 2020

A new study, led by John J. Wiens, reveals that plants and animals are remarkably similar in their responses to changing environmental conditions across the globe.

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Working from a formula provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, university scientists produced 1,600 specimen collection kits this weekend.

Amid Shortage of COVID-19 Collection Kits, UArizona Scientists Race to Make More

March 22, 2020

University researchers are working to give public health authorities the ability to test widely for COVID-19 by producing more specimen collection kits.

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The north wall and room block of Pueblo Bonito, the largest of the great houses in Chaco Canyon. Pueblo Bonito is considered widely as the center of the Chaco world. (Photo: Thomas Swetnam)

The Life and Death of One of America's Most Mysterious Trees

March 15, 2020

A symbol of life, ancient sundial or firewood? Tree-ring scientists studied a log unearthed almost a century ago and found it may have more mundane origins than previously thought.

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An endowed chair in integrated pest management will honor John Palumbo, a cooperative extension specialist at the Yuma Agricultural Center, and his contributions to the Yuma community. (Photo by Carol Miller)

Endowed Chair Will Combat Insect Threats to Arizona Fields

March 11, 2020

Integrated pest management supports growers and increases farm profitability, while reducing human health risks and protecting natural resources. The endowed chair will honor John Palumbo, a cooperative extension specialist at the Yuma Agriculture Center, and his contributions to the Yuma community.

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Tuvan throat singing originated in central Asia and has been practiced for generations.

Researchers Solve Mystery of Tuvan Throat Singing

March 9, 2020

In Tuvan throat singing, dual tones are produced simultaneously. The unique style of singing originated in central Asia, where Tuvans have been practicing for generations.

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Mohammed Hassan, a University of Arizona assistant professor of physics and optical sciences, wants to be the first to photograph an electron in motion. "The idea of seeing something humans have never seen before drives me," Hassan said. (Photo: Chris Richards/Alumni Association)

Physicist Wins $1.1M to Photograph Electrons in Motion

March 9, 2020

An electron could travel the circumference of the Earth in 18 seconds flat. Mohammed Hassan, an assistant professor of physics and optical sciences, wants to be the first to image one.

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Electrical and computer engineering professor Gregory Ditzler is a 2020 NSF CAREER Award recipient.

Electrical Engineer Trains Computers to Distinguish Between Friend and Foe

March 8, 2020

Gregory Ditzler, assistant professor of electrical and computer engineering, is using a National Science Foundation grant to boost his research on machine learning.

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