Jan. 18, 2024 U of A receives three U.S. Department of Defense awards to support the acquisition of major equipment to augment current and develop new research capabilities These awards are part of the recently announced Defense University Research Instrumentation Program funding totaling $161 million to 281 university researchers across the U.S.
Nov. 30, 2023 The University of Arizona Yuma Receives USDA Grant to Build the Next Generation of Agriculture Workers The University of Arizona Yuma and three partner colleges have been awarded a USDA grant to equip the next generation of highly skilled agricultural workers and reduce barriers for Hispanic students seeking a bachelor's degree in agricultural career areas
Oct. 25, 2023 FORGE Launches Crucible Program Aimed at Equipping Local Startups with Tools for Success Crucible at FORGE has selected its inaugural cohort of startup companies to receive specialized training and mentorship, culminating in a demonstration event for potential investors and fellow entrepreneurs.
April 2, 2020 Could Copper Disable the Virus Behind COVID-19? A team of UArizona Health Sciences researchers is studying whether or not certain copper-based chemical compounds could potentially stop the virus that causes COVID-19 dead in its tracks.
March 19, 2020 During Self-Quarantine, Dogs May Help Protect Mental Health Isolation is known to have a negative impact on human health and wellness. Dogs, one UArizona expert says, may provide welcome emotional support during self-quarantine periods in response to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Sept. 26, 2019 On Navajo Nation, Taking Clean Water Off the Grid A group of faculty, staff and students sets out to build an off-the-grid system to power water filtration for communities across the Navajo Nation, where running water is not universal. But first, they set out to understand life on the reservation.