Son-mother scientific team study plant-based solutions to treat cancer May 9, 2024 Building upon a deep familial bond, Chris and Susan Frost at the University of Arizona BIO5 Institute are making strides to more precisely and safely deliver chemotherapeutic drugs. Read more Image
Research shows altered regulation of genes linked to prostate cancer among firefighters May 7, 2024 A study by BIO5 member Jeff Burgess and other researchers found that occupational exposure to chemicals may increase firefighters’ risk of prostate cancer. Read in UArizona Health Sciences Image
From networking to a job: Q&A with Michael Abrahamson, PharmD May 6, 2024 Learn about the annual Student Industry Networking Event at the BIO5 Institute and how it helped a University of Arizona alumni and registered pharmacist find a local biotechnology job. Read more Image
Dr. Lisa Elfring awarded the Henry and Phyllis Koffler Prize May 3, 2024 BIO5 member Lisa Elfring was recognized for her efforts to improve teaching across the university. Her collaborative approach and humanistic teaching style have earned the respect and admiration of both faculty and students. Read in Dept. of Molecular & Cellular Biology Image
From KEYS to cancer research to pharmacy May 1, 2024 The KEYS Research Internship jumpstarted the scientific career of undergraduate Byrdie Lopez as she purses a career in pharmacy with a specialty in oncology. Read more Image
College of Engineering names Philipp Gutruf 2024 da Vinci Circle Fellow April 26, 2024 BIO5 member Philipp Gutruf was named the 2024 Da Vinci Circle Fellow by UA College of Engineering. Gutruf develops cutting-edge tools that interact with the body's internal and external biological systems. Read in College of Engineering Image
University of Arizona patent-earning inventors celebrated for their innovation and impact April 26, 2024 Numerous BIO5 members who received patents for their inventions were recognized for their contributions and impact at Tech Launch Arizona World Intellectual Property Day celebration on April 26. Read in Tech Launch Arizona Image
UArizona-led CyVerse part of $20M NSF award to catalyze biosciences discoveries April 26, 2024 BIO5 member Tyson Swetnam will lead CyVerse, an open science platform led by the University of Arizona, as it provides the computing infrastructure for a new center focused on molecular and cellular biosciences with a a $20 million award from the U.S. National Science Foundation. Read in UArizona News Image
Judith Bronstein elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences April 24, 2024 BIO5 member Judith Bronstein, distinguished professor in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Sciences, has been elected as one of the newest members of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Her groundbreaking work in ecology and mutualism, coupled with her dedication to mentorship, has earned her this prestigious recognition. Read in UArizona News Image
University of Arizona selected to participate in NSF-NobleReach Emerge partnership aimed at speeding biotechnology development and translation April 22, 2024 BIO5 member Nirav Merchant has his project chosen for pilot program that pairs research teams with entrepreneurial experts in effort to establish long-term financial viability. Read in Research Innovation and Impact Image