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U of A researchers' new approach boosts immune response against lung cancer

A chemotherapy drug and a gene-silencing molecule exploit an "eat me" signal on dying cancer cells to stop tumor growth.

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A booth display for Freeport-McMoRan at an outdoor event. A large sign features an image of a woman in safety gear with the text 'We Are Freeport-McMoRan,' alongside a group of miners in high-visibility clothing and hard hats. Below, text describes Freeport-McMoRan as an international mining company committed to safely supplying essential metals for a greener future. In the background, two people in casual attire engage in conversation near the booth, with other tents and event structures visible.
$2.5M grant fuels workforce development through mining education

Nov. 13, 2024

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Improving water conservation and mitigating Arizona's heat island effect

Nov. 13, 2024

A man stands smiling in front of a large, colorful mural that depicts a historical and cultural scene with various figures, buildings, animals, and landscapes, likely representing a community or region's heritage. The artwork includes people in traditional and historical attire, with a Mexican flag visible on one of the buildings.
U of A faculty, students develop exhibit to celebrate Santa Cruz County

Nov. 12, 2024

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Gallery: 2024 Women of Impact awards ceremony

Nov. 12, 2024

Two smiling men stand beside a large telescope on a rooftop observatory with a mountain range in the background. The image highlights the telescope's size and design, with the open sky and cityscape visible behind them, suggesting a setting for astronomical research.
New 'spectral fingerprint' atlas of satellites aims to improve space security

Nov. 12, 2024

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New study maps dramatic 100-million-year explosion in color signals used by animals

Nov. 7, 2024

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Military Times ranks U of A among nation's top 5 universities for service members

Nov. 7, 2024

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$2.1M aids U of A researchers in building chemical sensors to safeguard troops

Nov. 6, 2024

University of Arizona mascots, Wilma and Wilbur Wildcat, stand on a grassy lawn in front of Old Main, holding hands and smiling at the camera. Wilma is dressed in a red outfit with a bow on her head, and Wilbur wears a navy blue jersey and an 'A' logo hat. Behind them, fountains and cacti are visible in the landscaped area.
U of A celebrates fourth year as Fulbright HSI Leader

Nov. 5, 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.
Not the usual suspects: Novel genetic basis of pest resistance to biotech crops

Nov. 4, 2024

composite image of the dust disk surrounding Vega, consisting of the Hubble image and the James Webb image
Astronomers see debris disk around young star Vega in unprecedented detail

Nov. 1, 2024

Grand Challenges Research Building
Research reimagined: U of A celebrates new Grand Challenges Research Building

Oct. 30, 2024

A group of six people stands under a tent, each holding a ceremonial shovel in preparation for a groundbreaking event. They are standing in front of a banner with the University of Arizona Health Sciences logo and a rendering of a new facility. Each person is dressed in business attire, and they smile as they pose for the photo. Helmets are lined up on the stage behind them.
U of A Health Sciences breaks ground on the Center for Advanced Molecular and Immunological Therapies

Oct. 30, 2024

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The science behind nature's blood seekers

Oct. 30, 2024

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Accomplished scientist and executive Díaz de la Rubia selected to lead U of A research enterprise

Oct. 29, 2024

Jupiter's moon Europa is seen in this photograph. Its grey, icy surface is criss-crossed by brownish ridges and valleys.
U of A scientists have their eyes on Europa, Jupiter's mysterious, icy moon

Oct. 28, 2024

A delegation from CNRS poses for a picture with U of A leadership.
French delegation focuses on collaborative projects during University of Arizona visit

Oct. 28, 2024

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Clinical study confirms tissue stiffening in breast cancer can drive metastasis

Oct. 22, 2024

A group of diverse individuals standing side by side, holding hands in solidarity. Many of them are draped in rainbow flags, symbolizing LGBTQ+ pride. The image focuses on their joined hands, emphasizing unity, while their faces are blurred in the background. The scene is bright, colorful, and filled with a sense of community.
U of A researchers to study how family dynamics impact mental health of Latinx LGBTQ youth

Oct. 21, 2024

Buddy Martin (center) inspects components inside the support cell with Giant Magellan Telescope engineers Tomas Krasuski (left) and Colby Gottschalk (right).
Testing begins at U of A for Giant Magellan Telescope's high-tech mirror support structure

Oct. 16, 2024

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Inside a U of A center's mission to advance human spaceflight

Oct. 16, 2024

Dozens of CMWR attendees pose for a picture at the U of A Student Union.
U of A hosts international researchers tackling water and climate challenges with computational innovation

Oct. 15, 2024

Rain Liu at the SBSRI Research Showcase, 2024
Social Norm Messages Significantly Affect People's Intention to Reduce Food Waste

Oct. 14, 2024

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Times Higher Ed, Research.com rank U of A among top 25 US public universities

Oct. 11, 2024

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