Harnessing genomics to fill gaps about the beginnings of the COVID-19 pandemic March 1, 2021 On February 15, BIO5 member Michael Worobey presented his work on the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic as part of the Precision Wellness in the Time of COVID-19 series. Read more Image
Finding our new normal Feb. 25, 2021 Dr. Bonnie LaFleur gives us a teaser about her upcoming Precision Wellness in the Time of COVID-19 lecture that addresses the return to normalcy amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more Image
Unlikely teammates transform the field of respiratory disease biology Feb. 24, 2021 Though trained at rival institutions, BIO5 members Julie Ledford and Michael Johnson formed a friendship over a mutual love of science and their daughters that has led to an RO1 grant and recent publication. Read more Image
Women in STEM Event: Tenacity, self-confidence and professional connections are keys to success Feb. 16, 2021 Six women representing various education and career stages openly shared their struggles, triumphs and advice with attendees at the virtual BIO5 Inspiring Women in STEM event on February 2. Read more Image
Pursuing wellness amid COVID-19 Feb. 11, 2021 Precision Nutrition and Wellness Director Dr. Floyd "Ski" Chilton discusses the upcoming Precision Wellness in the Time of COVID-19 series and how he helps others to support their well-being through his research, books and outreach. Read more Image
Novel treatments for COVID-19 Feb. 4, 2021 BIO5 COVID-19 seed grant awardee Dr. Jianqin Lu talks about his two novel approaches to treating COVID-19. Read more Image
Inspiring the next generation of diverse STEM professionals with metals, microbes and music Feb. 2, 2021 Michael D.L. Johnson, assistant professor of immunobiology, applies lessons in creativity from his music background to research on copper stress in bacteria. Read in UA News Image
Community and culture are essential factors in public health practices Jan. 27, 2021 Purnima Madhivanan’s global research experience has taught her that evidence-based interventions, aligning with community cultural patterns and values, are an important determinant of success when targeting diseases caused by HIV, HPV and SARS-CoV-2 Read more Image
A public health approach to overcoming the pandemic Jan. 27, 2021 BIO5 COVID-19 seed grant awardee Dr. Kristen Pogreba Brown talks about her CoVHORT study. Read more Image
BIO5 Postdoctoral Fellowship provides funds, mentorship to advance professional goals Jan. 26, 2021 The third annual BIO5 Postdoctoral Fellowship, this year awarded to eight outstanding postdoctoral researchers, grants financial support and facilitates guidance to enrich research and career growth. Read more Image