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

Researchers found that guidance from experienced CPAP users helps sleep apnea patients stick to their treatment, improving sleep quality and health outcomes.

U of A President Suresh Garimella welcomed the Arizona Board of Regents to campus Thursday for the board's first meeting at the U of A since Garimella assumed his role as the university's 23rd president in October.

A tiny protein called PNA5 appears to have a protective effect on brain cells, which could lead to treatments for the cognitive symptoms of Parkinson's disease and related disorders.

Analyzing tree-ring samples for spikes of naturally occurring radioactive carbon isotopes, a team led by U of A scientists has pinpointed the date of a massive solar particle eruption event that has long eluded researchers.

With a $3.9 million grant from the National Institutes of Health, precision nutrition researchers will conduct a clinical trial to explore how ancestry and genetics affect the body's response to omega-3 fatty acids.

U of A researchers have created the first astronomical equivalent of a fingerprint database for satellites, a critical first step toward easily identifying human-made objects in the increasingly crowded geostationary orbit.

Animals use vibrant colors to attract mates or warn predators. A recent study finds that there has been a dramatic explosion of color signals in the last 100 million years.

Researcher Judith Su will use the funding to build a handheld version of her FLOWER device that can detect trace chemicals and enhance safety for military personnel.

The U.S. Department of State has again recognized the U of A for its commitment as a Hispanic-Serving Institution to fostering international educational exchange and engagement.