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Floating sensors help scientists measure ocean temperatures for clues to causes of climate change.

Public Not Hearing 'Cathedral' of Science Behind Climate Change, Researcher Says

Jan 29, 2019 Joellen Russell is an oceanographer collecting data impacting how scientists measure an forecast climate change.
Image illustrating the OSIRIS-REx spacecraft's journey from Earth on its way to the asteroid Bennu.

The Journey of NASA'S OSIRIS-REx Mission

Jan 25, 2019 A look back at the UA-led mission's origins and next steps in 2019.
The OSIRIS-REx spacecraft will attempt to sample soil from the surface of the asteroid Bennu.

Rocks On Bennu Create Bump for OSIRIS-REx Sample Search

Jan 25, 2019 The scientists have found more rocks than expected on the surface of the asteroid Bennu.
An e-scooter left beside a trail in a park in the Washington, D.C., area.

Tucson Seeking Right Plan for E-Scooters

Jan 25, 2019 The prospect of electric scooters on the streets of Tucson has led to a conversation about issues like safety.
A study suggests having a romantic partner present can reduce stress response.

Stressed Out? Keep Your Romantic Partner Close, Research Suggests

Jan 24, 2019 The study shows a reduced stress response when a companion is nearby.
The University of Arizona received a grant from the U.S. Department of Defense to study ways to help injured veterans recover from broken bones.

Healing Faster From Broken Bones

Jan 22, 2019 UA professor seeks ways to help people recover from orthopedic injuries more quickly.
Sierra Vista city limits.

Sierra Vista to Run Controlled Burns Next Week

Jan 18, 2019 City hopes to head off mosquito growth near wastewater facility.
Image of the phases of a super blue blood moon, taken in northwest Tucson on Jan. 31, 2018.

Rare Lunar Eclipse-'Supermoon' to Create Striking Visual Experience

Jan 18, 2019 Unlike last year’s solar eclipse, Sunday's total lunar eclipse is visible to the naked eye - No eye protection needed

Two Cochise County Libraries Turning on Wi-Fi Hot Spots

Jan 15, 2019 A grant allows Sunsites and Elfrida libraries to lend hot spots to visitors.
"Understanding the Unseen Universe" is the subject of one of this year's College of Science lectures at the University of Arizona.

Science Lecture Series Returns to UA

Jan 14, 2019 "Searching for Certainty" is the theme for 14th annual showcase.
Researcher and professor Jun Isoe, left, and Roger Miesfeld, head of the department of chemistry and biochemistry at the University of Arizona

UA Research Could Help Reduce Disease-Spreading Mosquito Populations

Jan 11, 2019 The scientists found a way to make mosquito eggs inviable by blocking a specific protein.
The far side of the moon as imaged by NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter.

UA Lunar Scientists Anticipate Discoveries From China Moon Mission

Jan 4, 2019 The unmanned Chinese craft executed the first-ever soft landing on the far side of the moon.
The first color image of Ultima Thule, captured at a distance of 85,000 miles. The image at right shows an overlay of the color image at left on the center image. Learn [more](http://pluto.jhuapl.edu/News-Center/News-Article.php?page=20190102).

UA Scientists View Historic Photos of Flyby at Edge of Solar System

Jan 2, 2019 The New Horizons spacecraft took the first photos of planetoid Ultima Thule.
Pedestrians at the midway point on their way up Tumamoc Hill.

Tumamoc Hill Path Closing to be Repaved

Jan 2, 2019 The January project to improve access for hikers and UA scientists is expected to close the hill for two weeks.
A keyboard on a desk.

US-Bound Migrants Opt Instead for Mexican Coding School

Jan 2, 2019 The software engineering school originally catered to returning Mexican migrants.
A restoration of Crittendenceratops krzyzanowskii, a new dinosaur species discovered south of Tucson, by Sergey Krasovskiy.

New Dinosaur Species Found South of Tucson

Dec 21, 2018 The previously undiscovered species is similar to a triceratops.

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