Image BIO5 pairs local startup with UArizona researcher to address cognitive decline Feb. 15, 2022 Initially paired as mentee-mentor, Ying-hui Chou and Marie Wesselhoft of ZelosDx are developing a blood test to predict patients who may develop neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s. Read more
Image Little sensors solving big problems Feb. 14, 2022 Dr. Judith Su discusses how she creates tiny sensors to detect everything from viral particles to environmental toxins. Read more
Image Elevating and celebrating women and girls in science Feb. 10, 2022 The BIO5 Institute is proud to support the advancement of women and girls in STEM through hands-on experiential learning, engaged training, and embedded support programs. Read more
Image Crushing cancer with innovative, interdisciplinary approaches Feb. 3, 2022 BIO5 members are working to tackle many different kinds of cancer with innovative approaches. Read more
Image The key to healthier employees could be a quieter – or louder – office space Feb. 2, 2022 A study led by BIO5 member Esther Sternberg suggests that if employers intend to build or redesign their office spaces with employee health and well-being in mind, they might want to consult acoustical engineers who can help them dial in conditions for good environmental sound Read in UArizona News
Image Eight selected to newest class of BIO5 Postdoctoral Fellows Jan. 28, 2022 Eight fellows exemplifying the interdisciplinary research goals of the BIO5 Institute were recently selected as recipients of the 2022 BIO5 Postdoctoral Fellowship. Read more
Image Institute-wide mentorship supports groundbreaking discovery and world-class education Jan. 27, 2022 The BIO5 Institute offers students mentorship experiences that complement their academic curricula through internships and paid jobs, as well as post-graduate assistantships. Read more
Image Inspirational female leaders in STEM Jan. 18, 2022 Drs. Betsy Cantwell and Jennifer Barton share tips for succeeding as a woman in STEM, particularly engineering, as well as how they navigate the intersection between STEM and business. Read more
Image Increase your ZZZs with three simple tips Jan. 4, 2022 Dr. Michael Grandner, Director of the UArizona Sleep and Health Research Program, gives us the secrets to a better night's sleep. Read more
Image Respiratory tract bacterial extracts could prevent COVID-19 Dec. 14, 2021 A team of researchers, including BIO5 members, found that a combination of bacterial extracts used in Europe to treat respiratory infections may offer a new way to prevent or reduce infection by SARS-CoV-2. Read in UArizona News