Image University of Arizona professor and psychology department head Heidi Hamann elected ABMR Fellow Jan. 15, 2026 Dr. Heidi Hamann has been elected a Fellow of the Academy of Behavioral Medicine Research, a prestigious honor recognizing her contributions to behavioral medicine. A clinical health psychologist, her work focuses on improving quality of life for people with cancer through research, collaboration, and mentorship. Read more
Image U of A research expenditures exceed $1B, ranked among top 20 public universities Jan. 12, 2026 The University of Arizona delivered more than $1 billion in total research activity in fiscal year 2024, ranking among the top 20 public research institutions. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image Pandora, a keen-eyed satellite built to study exoplanets, takes flight Jan. 9, 2026 After clearing its last hurdle on its way to space, the University of Arizona-led Pandora satellite mission launched into orbit, where it will study at least 20 exoplanets and their host stars over long periods of time. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image Legacy and leadership: One Wildcat's journey from mini grants to medical school Jan. 7, 2026 From founding student clubs to supporting her peers – and researching improved treatment options in health care – Natalie Rawlings has made a lasting impact during her undergraduate years at the U of A. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image New species are now being discovered faster than ever before, study suggests Dec. 22, 2025 According to a team of researchers from the University of Arizona, new species are being discovered at a faster rate than ever before, one that far exceeds extinction. These newly discovered species could be key in advancements within medicine and technology. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image University of Arizona hosts inaugural Quantum Research Initiative Workshop Dec. 19, 2025 The event brought together faculty from across the University of Arizona to present their current quantum research efforts, exchange ideas, and highlight unique expertise and facilities available on campus. Read more
Image Life on lava: How microbes colonize new habitats Dec. 18, 2025 Taking advantage of a "natural laboratory" in Iceland, a research team from the University of Arizona studied how microbes colonize fresh lava flows as soon as they cooled. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image Outstanding Seniors in the College of Science: MohammadHossein Rezaei Dec. 18, 2025 The College of Science is proud to recognize 10 outstanding seniors who went above and beyond during their time as Wildcats. MohammadHossein Rezaei is this semester's recipient from Computer Science and the Overall Outstanding Senior Award recipient from the college. Read more
Image Confused by the doctor's questionnaire? U of A study suggests it's common Dec. 17, 2025 A new paper suggests that a widely used questionnaire for triaging mental health symptoms could be giving providers poor data to inform treatment – and that a fix could be as simple as rewriting some of the questions. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image Outstanding Seniors in the College of Science: Gamaliel Luna Ahumada Dec. 17, 2025 The College of Science is proud to recognize 10 outstanding seniors who went above and beyond during their time as Wildcats. Gamaliel Luna Ahumada is this semester's recipient from Neuroscience. Read more