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Arizona Science explores the latest research and technological innovations taking place in Southern Arizona and at the University of Arizona.Most Recent
January 16, 2025
Finding new similarities between chimpanzees and humans
Researchers are finding chimpanzees have more in common with humans that was previously thought.Previous
January 9, 2025
Using genetic science to control damaging plant pests
The Corn Earworm attacks both corn and cotton in Arizona, causing millions of dollars in damage each year.
December 20, 2024
How color evolved in the plant and animal kingdom
Plants and animals were not always as colorful as we see them today.
December 13, 2024
Continuing research into the source of COVID-19
The fight against COVID-19 became part of our lives four years ago. Researchers are still working to find out how to it started.
December 6, 2024
A new look at how planets are formed
The James Webb Space Telescope is giving astronomers a closer look at the creation and development of planets.
November 21, 2024
Exploring the telescopes atop Kitt Peak
Kitt Peak National Observatory has reopened to the public after closures due to the pandemic and a mountain wildfire.
November 15, 2024
Why is our connection with canines so strong?
Scientists are learning more about dogs and their special communicative link with people.
November 8, 2024
Exploring the pros and cons of big data
Developments over the past decade have demonstrated the complexities of collecting and interpreting big data.
November 1, 2024
Tracking the dietary habits of animals
Scientists are catching up with the evolution of diet among animal species.
October 25, 2024
Exploring the universe with the Large Binocular Telescope
The Large Binocular Telescope has been observing planets, stars, and galaxies from atop Mount Graham since 2005.
October 18, 2024
Surveying the sky with one of the world’s most advanced telescopes
Astronomers with the Vera Rubin Observatory are on track to start their work early next year.
October 11, 2024
