Image From the Sonoran Desert to the Seas: Water Research for Tomorrow Today Explore highlights of water research occurring here at the U of A, ranging in scale from local to global, and across disciplines including wildlife, forever chemicals, water rights, and more. Read more
Grassvasion: The Potential of Board Games in Environmental Education with Liz Baldwin Tuesday Read more
Image Bret Pasch: One Mountain, Resounding Impact Tuesday In this Q&A, Bret Pasch, Assistant Professor in the School of Natural Resources and the Environment details the scientific impact of research performed in the Mt. Graham Biology Programs lab beyond Arizona, and the value of interdisciplinary studies in the field of conservation. Read more
Image Celebrating Five Years of Fruitful Partnership - Dr. Mónica Ramírez-Andreotta’s Lab Monday Illiana Samorano shares how the partnership between the Earth Grant program and the Ramírez-Andreotta Integrated Environmental Science and Health Risk Laboratory has shaped students' education and career trajectory through her own experiences as an intern. Read more
Image Cool beans, smart roots: Scientists discover a new cell that helps seedlings survive drought-battered and nutrient-poor soils May 6, 2026 Researchers have identified a previously unknown cell type hidden on the roots of common beans, a microscopic survival mechanism that could inform the development of more climate-resilient crops and reduce fertilizer dependence. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt will address University of Arizona graduates at Commencement April 20, 2026 Schmidt led Google's rise from startup to global powerhouse. He and his wife Wendy Schmidt founded Schmidt Sciences, which is developing the world's first fully privately funded space telescope. The U of A will develop instruments for the 3-meter space telescope that will advance a range of astrophysical investigations. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image Andes volcanoes – the missing link between algae blooms, whales and climate millions of years ago April 17, 2026 Record volcanic eruptions in the Andes could explain the mysterious death of dozens of whales about 5 to 8 million years ago, according to a study led by University of Arizona researchers. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image U of A research finds improved weather forecasts could reduce heat deaths as climate warms April 13, 2026 Experts found that technological advancements could reduce U.S. mortality from heat by 18% to 25% in the year 2100. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image U of A hosting Future Cats Market to showcase local youth artists and entrepreneurs April 8, 2026 The market, which runs from 5-8 p.m. on April 17, features handmade goods from local elementary, middle and high school entrepreneurs. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image Arizona vineyards produce a surprising variety of grapes in unexpected places March 23, 2026 A recent Cooperative Extension harvest analysis gives growers a more detailed picture of their industry than they've ever had. Read more at University of Arizona News