Dr. Joel Cuello shares his solutions for feeding a hungry planet while protecting the Earth’s precious resources.

Dr. Paulo Pires discusses his work to better understand how changes to cerebral blood flow are linked to neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s.

David Galbraith has established research methods to enhance the understanding of complex organisms and developed foundational tools to refine agricultural practices worldwide.

The University of Arizona’s BIO5 Institute facilitates several annual grants and awards to support researchers in pushing the boundaries of scientific innovation.

Dr. Emmanuel Katsanis talks about his two passions – improving the lives of sick children and running.

BIO5 researchers are addressing sleep health and sleep-related diseases through their work at the bench and bedside.

BIO5 member Dongkyun "DK" Kang was developing a smartphone confocal microscope to diagnose cancer in rural settings when a researcher on the other side of the world reached out to see if his the same technology could be used to diagnose corneal ulcers.

Heddwen Brooks provides career guidance and compassion to help females pursue both motherhood and an outstanding career.

Dr. Philipp Gutruf discusses his biomedical devices that seamlessly integrate with the body to advance scientific knowledge and medical diagnostics.

This year’s event facilitated connections between 200 students and 26 partner companies and organizations as students met with potential mentors to secure summer internships and permanent employment after graduation.