Image Message from Dean Garzione - May 2022 May 5, 2022 We are in the homestretch of the spring semester, and I could not be prouder of the work happening across campus. Lecture halls are full of students and laboratories are buzzing with research discovery. I would like to wish everyone the best of luck wrapping up your semester Read more
Image Researchers find link between Parkinson's gene and vocal issues that could lead to earlier diagnosis May 4, 2022 Parkinson's disease is perhaps best known for its movement-related symptoms, but it can also hinder vocal production. New research suggests that a specific gene commonly associated with Parkinson's may be behind those vocal issues – a finding that could help lead to earlier diagnosis and treatment for Parkinson's patients. Read more
Image Researchers find link between Parkinson's gene and vocal issues that could lead to earlier diagnosis May 4, 2022 Parkinson's disease is perhaps best known for its movement-related symptoms, but it can also hinder vocal production. New research suggests that a specific gene commonly associated with Parkinson's may be behind those vocal issues – a finding that could help lead to earlier diagnosis and treatment for Parkinson's patients. Read more at UANews
Image Planetary science decadal survey prioritizes UArizona-led planetary defense mission May 3, 2022 A new decadal survey from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine recommends NASA fully support NEO Surveyor, a space-based survey designed to discover and measure asteroids and comets that could pose an impact hazard to Earth. Amy Mainzer, a professor of planetary sciences, leads the effort. Read more
Image UArizona part of statewide collaboration that compiled 100,000 sequenced COVID genomes May 3, 2022 The Arizona COVID-19 Genomics Union, which was co-founded by renowned UArizona virus expert Michael Worobey, celebrates a major milestone on its mission to stay ahead of the SARS-CoV-2 virus as it evolves. Read more
Image Outstanding Seniors in the College of Science: Justin Hink May 3, 2022 Justin is graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Physics and Astronomy. Read more
Image Outstanding Seniors in the College of Science: Kiah Sleiman May 3, 2022 Kiah is graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry. Read more
Image UArizona part of statewide collaboration that compiled 100,000 sequenced COVID genomes May 3, 2022 The Arizona COVID-19 Genomics Union, which was co-founded by renowned UArizona virus expert Michael Worobey, celebrates a major milestone on its mission to stay ahead of the SARS-CoV-2 virus as it evolves. Read more at UANews
Image Planetary science decadal survey prioritizes UArizona-led planetary defense mission May 3, 2022 A new decadal survey from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine recommends NASA fully support NEO Surveyor, a space-based survey designed to discover and measure asteroids and comets that could pose an impact hazard to Earth. Amy Mainzer, a professor of planetary sciences, leads the effort. Read more at UANews
Image Researchers home in on Thera volcano eruption date May 2, 2022 Tree-ring, ice core and volcano experts teamed up to identify one of the most climatically impactful volcanic eruptions in 4,000 years – Aniakchak II. In the process, they narrowed down potential dates for the infamous Thera eruption. Read more
