Not the usual suspects: Novel genetic basis of pest resistance to biotech crops

Nov. 4, 2024

Close-up of an ear of corn with a green caterpillar crawling on the damaged end, where some kernels are missing. The corn kernels are yellow and orange, and the background is out of focus, with a natural, earthy tone.

Widespread planting of transgenic crops has led to rapid adaptation by some pests, including the corn earworm. Researchers are studying a genetic factor that may play a role.

Two U of A innovators elected to the National Academy of Inventors

Shibin Jiang in optical sciences and Abhijit Mahalanobis in electrical and computer engineering were recognized for developing influential inventions in their fields.

U of A to lead $12M study on underground carbon storage in Arizona

U of A geoscientists are leading a $12 million feasibility study to characterize geologic locations suitable for carbon dioxide storage in the Harquahala basin west of Phoenix.

U of A engineers tackle energy usage in semiconductor technology

The National Science Foundation awarded $3.8 million to two projects involving U of A engineers developing solutions for the semiconductor energy dilemma.