Researchers take power and efficiency of biological sensing to record level Monday BIO5 member Judith Su has led research that developed a new biological sensing method that can detect substances at the zeptomolar level – an astonishingly miniscule amount. Read more in UA News Image
Taben Hale, PhD, Named Vice Chair of Basic Medical Sciences and Associate Dean of Graduate Studies Sept. 13, 2024 BIO5 member Taben Hale, has been named vice chair of the Department of Basic Medical Sciences (BMS) and associate dean of Graduate Studies at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix. Read more in UA College of Medicine - Phoenix Image
The molecular magic of mating Sept. 11, 2024 A study led by BIO5 member Luciano Matzkin studied the reproductive tissues of female flies to see if the act of mating can cause bodily changes at a molecular level. His study uncovered that females create their own male-derived, female translated proteins after mating. Read more in UA News Image
Collaborative teamwork untangles complex web of chronic pelvic pain and endometriosis Sept. 10, 2024 A pilot study co-led by 2023 BIO5 Postdoctoral Fellow Nicole Jimenez at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix brings together a diverse team to lay the groundwork for linking the microbiome to poorly understood gynecologic conditions. Read more Image
Women in Medicine and Science - Tanya Kalin, MD, PhD Sept. 5, 2024 BIO5 member Tanya Kalin and professor of Child Health and Internal Medicine at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix, seeks to move her research findings into clinical trials to evaluate treatments for metastatic lung cancer and chronic lung diseases in children and adults. Read more in UA College of Medicine - Phoenix Image
BIO5 Institute's Kelle Hyland honored as 2024 AZBio Bioscience Educator of the Year Sept. 5, 2024 An integral part of the BIO5 Institute's KEYS Research Internship program for the past 8 years, Kelle Hyland has been recognized for her extraordinary leadership and dedication by the Arizona Bioindustry Association. Read more Image
Merging computer science and ecology to better understand infectious disease Sept. 4, 2024 With a goal to make a difference in the world, Dr. Liliana Salvador leverages her computational skills to study the ecological, evolutionary, and behavioral mechanisms in the transmission of zoonotic tuberculosis. Read more Image
Finding a nutritious solution to a climate change challenge Sept. 3, 2024 Researchers are addressing food insecurity for people around the world by studying a desert bean that needs little water and withstands harsh environments. BIO5 member Betsy Arnold is working on figuring out the best way to increase crop production for this crop. Read more in U of A Health Sciences Image
Reflecting on professional growth at the BIO5 Institute: Q&A with Shiv Shukla Aug. 27, 2024 University of Arizona undergraduate Shiv Shukla reflects on how his experience as an BIO5 Ambassador intern and student staff shaped his career goals in business and science. Read more Image
Erickson named research chair at nurse-midwife association Aug. 26, 2024 BIO5 member Elise Erickson an assistant professor in the University of Arizona College of Nursing, will serve a three-year term as chair for the Division of Research at the American College of Nurse-Midwives. Read more in U of A Health Sciences Image