Image Peer support could help millions with sleep apnea slumber easier, study finds Dec. 4, 2024 Researchers found that guidance from experienced CPAP users helps sleep apnea patients stick to their treatment, improving sleep quality and health outcomes. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image How did humans and dogs become friends? Connections in the Americas began 12,000 years ago Dec. 4, 2024 A new U of A-led study, based on archaeological remains found in Alaska, shows that people and the ancestors of today's dogs began forming close relationships as early as 12,000 years ago – about 2,000 years earlier than previously recorded in the Americas. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image Berman named assistant Team USA hockey coach for World University Games Dec. 4, 2024 Chad Berman, director of hockey operations and men's head hockey coach for the University of Arizona, has been named an assistant coach for Team USA for the World University Games in Italy. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image ADOT launches tri-university Arizona Transportation Institute Nov. 22, 2024 The Arizona Transportation Institute will unite experts from the state's three public universities to perform vital research in areas such as safety, sustainability and efficiency. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image U of A research successes, financial improvements highlighted at ABOR meeting Nov. 21, 2024 U of A President Suresh Garimella welcomed the Arizona Board of Regents to campus Thursday for the board's first meeting at the U of A since Garimella assumed his role as the university's 23rd president in October. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image Study identifies potential new drug for Parkinson's-related cognitive decline, dementia Nov. 21, 2024 A tiny protein called PNA5 appears to have a protective effect on brain cells, which could lead to treatments for the cognitive symptoms of Parkinson's disease and related disorders. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image U of A hosts academic exchange with leaders from India Nov. 20, 2024 President Suresh Garimella recently welcomed to campus a delegation of vice chancellors and their leadership teams from the Confederation of Indian Private Universities, emphasizing the university's commitment to global partnerships. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image When trees 'talk:' Researchers probe ancient wood for clues about massive solar storms Nov. 20, 2024 Analyzing tree-ring samples for spikes of naturally occurring radioactive carbon isotopes, a team led by U of A scientists has pinpointed the date of a massive solar particle eruption event that has long eluded researchers. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image Hydrologists to transform climate projections with microbial data and artificial intelligence Nov. 19, 2024 With funding from the Department of Energy, U of A researchers are working to revolutionize our understanding of how soil microbes influence climate change. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image U of A center blends training and tradition to support health care providers in Native American communities Nov. 19, 2024 The 7 Generations American Indian and Alaska Native Behavioral Health Center of Excellence provides training and resources for behavioral health care providers. Read more at University of Arizona News