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
NIH grant will help researchers follow a virus on its path to the nucleus April 22, 2024 The work of BIO5 member and virologist Samuel Campos on human papillomavirus has been recognized by the National Institutes of Health for its enormous potential. Read in College of Medicine-Tucson Image
Arizona community gets exclusive access at Behind BIO5 event April 19, 2024 On April 3, the BIO5 Institute invited the community for an evening of intimate laboratory tours, captivating fireside chats, and engaging poster presentations by University of Arizona innovators. Read more Image
Researchers identify key bacteria in Latina study participants’ cervicovaginal microbiome linked to HPV and cervical cancer April 16, 2024 A study by BIO5 member Melissa Herbst-Kralovetz and her team is a call to action for more studies that will specifically inform cervical cancer prevention strategies in Latina women. Read in Cancer Center Image
Taking advantage of the body’s electrical system to treat disease April 10, 2024 Dr. Christopher Banek discusses his journey from writer to scientist, and how manipulating the body’s nervous system is the next frontier for treating cardiovascular and kidney diseases. Read more Image
Testing marine cloud brightening to slow global warming April 2, 2024 In a new study, BIO5 member Armin Sorooshian, professor of chemical & environmental engineering, along with leading atmospheric scientists presents insight on method that could help us adapt to our changing climate called marine cloud brightening. Read in College of Engineering Image
Revolutionizing liver tissue engineering and transplants March 27, 2024 Dr. Ekta Minocha shares how her research on stem cells aims to provide hope and innovative solutions to people suffering from liver disease and cancer. Read more Image