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Olivier Guyon, University of Arizona physicist and astronomer, winner of a MacArthur 'genius grant.'

UA Scientist Wins 'Genius' Grant

MacArthur Foundation awards physicist Olivier Guyon $500K

After Strong Start, Monsoon Ends With Mixed Results

Rainfall totals vary widely; official Tucson measurement 6.02 inches
Saturday's rain marked one of the earliest times on record that rain has fallen in the "official" monsoon.

Forecasters See Return Of El Niño

Weather phenomenon may form in October, bring Southern AZ wet winter

Arizona's Newest Telescope Now Operational

Discovery Channel Telescope, fifth largest in U.S., makes scientific and screen debut

Arizona's Newest Telescope Now Operational

Discovery Channel Telescope, fifth largest in U.S., makes scientific and screen debut
The popular public viewing program at Kitt Peak.

Kitt Peak Telescopes Under Cost-Cutting Microscope

National observatory, public star-gazing programs face uncertainty
In Georgescu's highest-growth scenarios, temperatures in Arizona could rise as much as 4 degrees Celsius (about 7 degrees Fahrenheit) by 2050 due to the urban heat island effect alone. As shown in the map, that warming would also affect climate conditions in the central U.S.

Web Feature: A Burning Question

Researchers find that heat and growth go hand in hand for Arizona
Mark McLemore speaks about the 2nd annual Tucson Bird and Wildlife Festival which is organized by the Tucson Audubon Society and is being held from Wednesday August 15 to Sunday August 19th.

Braving the Heat Brings Birding Rewards

Despite the heat, August offers unique opportunities for local birders
The monsoon made a big impact this week, and the wet weather was a welcome reprieve from our areas ongoing drought conditions.

Strong Monsoon May Linger, Expert Says

So far, this year’s summer rains have delivered record-breaking amounts -- but will they last?
NASA's Mars Curiosity Rover.

Minding Mars from Tucson

Scientists around world pay close attention to NASA mission
Flagstaff's Lowell Observatory, where Pluto was discovered in 1930.

New Telescope Unveiled in Flagstaff

Historic Lowell Observatory christens $53M instrument

Web Feature: The Weather Man

A retired Air Force communicator keeps an eye on the sky

Mysteries Of Pluto: Fifth Moon Found

Hubbell images spotlight dwarf planet discovered at AZ observatory
We take a tour with the TBG Director of Horticulture, Michael Chamberland, and learn about how moisture-loving plants such as orchids and bromeliads are grown in our desert environment.

Tropical Plants Thrive In 'Cool' Greenhouse

Tucson Botanical Gardens showcases unique plants in controlled environment

Teachers' Voices with Ofelia Zepeda and Meredith Kupinski

Two educators talk about a new program where teachers - instead of students - are asked to become immersed in the indigenous culture of their school.

Should We Call It Downtownology?

Science may help fuel redevelopment of Tucson's core

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