Making Arizona Articles

Oskar Anderson: Engaging communities of plants and people

A close-up view of a fly perched on a vibrant green leaf. The fly is located slightly off-center to the right, displaying distinct red compound eyes and a metallic blue-green body. Its wings are translucent with a slight sheen, folding neatly over its back. The leaf beneath the fly is glossy and textured, with a central vein running through it. The background is blurred, composed of soft brown and green tones, which enhances the focus on the fly and leaf in the foreground.

U of A joins the fight against New World screwworm outbreak threatening American agriculture

Named for the way its larvae burrow into living flesh, the fly can cause disease in livestock, wildlife, pets and humans.

Arizona startup tackles food waste with solar drying technology

Sept. 10, 2025

A University of Arizona startup is bringing a solar-powered drying tower to market to help combat one of the world's most pressing challenges: food waste.

Minh Ngo: Harmonizing Innovation and Sustainability

Aug. 7, 2025

Grace Toftner: Engineering Sustainability

July 3, 2025

Grace Toftner is a senior majoring in chemical engineering at the University of Arizona. In this Q&A, Grace talks about how her engineering background connects with her sustainability goals, how students can lead by example, and why caring about the environment matters no matter what you’re studying.