NASA Changes Worry Tucson Planetary Science
New grant-funding structure promises more money for planetary research, but local scientist negative impacts.
Local Distiller Turns Sonoran Desert Wood into Whiskey
Mesquite craftsman uses native wood to craft unique spirits—and tap into a long scientific legacy.
Local Kids Benefit from Nationally Recognized Ecology Program
Manzo Elementary School's sustainable infrastructure, projects also yield academic results in math, science.
Scientists: Darkness Harder to Find Due to Overpopulation
Use of artificial lights is increasing around the world; experts say tens of millions of people have never experiences truly dark skies.
Retinal Implants Get New Tech That Could Improve Clarity
Wolfgang Fink, member of the joint U.S.-German research team developing product said current retinal implants allow people to see, but only basic, blurry shapes.
UA Biologist Captures Unusual Animal Behavior on Camera
After scouring endless hours of footage, Pacifica Sommers began to notice something a little odd: a dancing mouse.
UA-Led Research Team Finds New Planet
Gas giant discovered orbiting around star outside Earth's solar system; relatively young at 13 million years old.
UA Doctorate Student First to Identify Minerals on Mars Surface
What they have is basaltic sand, made from eroded lava, similar in composition to sand found here on earth in places such as Hawaii.
Event Recycles Hundreds of Gallons of Old Cooking Oil
Green Friday takes place the day after Thanksgiving; people can drop off used oil which can then also be converted into biodiesel.
UA Researchers Study Climate Change Effects In Amazon Trees
University scientists part of international research team; recently wrapped up field work in Peru.
Voices for the Cure: Norma and Tim York
With courage and resolve, this fitness competitor and mother of three faced breast cancer with her husband right by her side
Desert Photographer Explores Science of Color Vision
Michael McNulty looks into research offering insights on physical properties of light, human perception specific to the Sonoran desert.
Voices for the Cure: Della Williams and William Williams
After experiencing depression following breast cancer treatment, Della works to keep other women from going through it alone
Voices for the Cure: Rowan Frost and Tory Middlebrooks
How does a single mom talk to her son about breast cancer? Now they look back on how they helped each other through difficult times with laughter and love.
Voices for the Cure: Remembering Brenda Loomis
Two friends pay tribute to a woman who inspired them even as she fought cancer
