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
Integrating AI into research may revolutionize outcomes Aug. 26, 2024 Health Sciences researchers encourage its use, but caution that it takes quality data and human supervision to keep “hallucinations” at bay. Multiple BIO5 members discuss their view on the use of Artificial Intelligence in data research and the future of health science research. Read more in U of A Health Sciences Image
Michael D.L. Johnson awarded second year as BIO5 distinguished professor Aug. 19, 2024 An associate professor in immunobiology, Johnson continues his interdisciplinary research, collaboration and mentorship as the Keating Family BIO5 professor for a second year. Read more Image
Circadian rhythm disruption linked to lung inflammation Aug. 15, 2024 Researchers at the University of Arizona Health Sciences Center for Sleep, Circadian and Neuroscience research are studying the effects of circadian rhythm disruption on the lungs. Read more in U of A Health Sciences Image
Finding skills and support system as a BIO5 student worker Aug. 14, 2024 Two University of Arizona undergraduates describe how their experiences working in marketing, business, and programming at the BIO5 Institute helped them personally and professionally. Read more Image
For researcher, fight against cancer is personal Aug. 12, 2024 Facing the disease himself and in his brothers led BIO5 member Curtis Thorne to search for a cure. Read more in U of A Health Sciences Image
Pesticide exposure linked to stillbirth risk in new study Aug. 6, 2024 Increased rates of stillborn births were seen among people who lived near areas where pesticides were used during their first trimester of pregnancy or pre-conception. Read more in U of A Health Sciences Image
Pursuit of a Valley fever vaccine passes significant milestone Aug. 6, 2024 A U of A startup was recently awarded funding to adapt a canine Valley fever vaccine for humans. Some of the money will be earmarked for the university, which is the leader in Valley fever research. Read more in UA News Image