Image Study finds Earth may have twice as many vertebrate species as previously thought March 2, 2026 Researchers at the University of Arizona say there may be at least twice as many vertebrate species as previously recognized. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image Biosphere 2's SAM to become testing ground for next-generation space habitats Feb. 25, 2026 From carbon-scrubbing crops to advanced life-support technology and an indoor Mars yard, the SAM facility is emerging as a proving site for future off-world missions. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image Tech Launch Arizona: Evergreen fund fueled by philanthropic gifts invests in startups commercializing UA innovations Feb. 23, 2026 The Wildcat Philanthropic Seed Fund has made its first investments in these venture-ready companies with more on the way, including one with College of Science faculty member Thomas Gianetti. Read more
Image Shared RNA language drives ALS research at the University of Arizona Feb. 23, 2026 Two scientists combine complementary strengths in RNA biology and aging neuron research to advance new approaches in studying ALS, supported by the University of Arizona BIO5 Institut. Read more
Image The brain cells long called 'support' found to be critical for aversive memory Feb. 20, 2026 A new study reveals that astrocytes, the supposed "support cells" that are spread all over the brain, are as important as neurons in fear memory. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image New housing project to support student success at the U of A Feb. 19, 2026 The University of Arizona celebrated a new student success milestone when the Arizona Board of Regents approved plans for a future residence hall. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image From University of Arizona heptathlon to Team Canada bobsleigh, Skylar Sieben has made the Olympic leap Feb. 19, 2026 Just a couple years after finishing her collegiate career at the University of Arizona, Sieben is preparing to compete for Team Canada in two-woman bobsled at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, despite this being only her second season in the sport. Read more
Image 2026 Lecture Series preview: Human insights and Earth science in the age of AI with Dr. Laura Condon Feb. 18, 2026 Dr. Laura Condon, a University of Arizona hydrology professor, says AI is becoming a powerful tool in Earth science but it shouldn’t replace human thinking. In her Feb. 25, 2026 lecture, she will explain how machine learning helps scientists work with massive hydrology datasets and improve forecasting, while also warning that the real goal of science is building understanding, not just better predictions. Read more
Image Cosmic predators: How supermassive black holes slow star growth in nearby galaxies Feb. 16, 2026 A new study led by University of Arizona astronomers suggests that black holes may have played a much larger role in shaping the growth of galaxies in the early universe than previously thought. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image Corals in Biosphere 2's Ocean Habitat may help save reefs around the world Feb. 12, 2026 Stocking the Biosphere 2 Ocean with corals, researchers kicked off a multi-year experiment to help develop new solutions that could make coral reefs more resilient to threats from rising sea temperatures across the globe. Read more at University of Arizona News