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Moon rocks from the Apollo era being studied at NASA's astrobiology lab in Houston, TX.

University of Arizona opens new astrobiology center

Oct 17, 2023 It keeps UA at the forefront of research about objects gathered from space.
A photo of the solar eclipse from August 2017, taken on the University of Arizona campus.

“Ring of Fire” solar eclipse coming Saturday morning

Oct 12, 2023 The peak annular eclipse will happen in Tucson at 9:33 a.m on Oct. 14.
A view of the outside of the OSIRIS-REx sample collector. Sample material from asteroid Bennu can be seen on the middle right. Scientists have found evidence of both carbon and water in initial analysis of this material. The bulk of the sample is located inside.

OSIRIS-REx brings home largest carbon rich sample

Oct 11, 2023 NASA revealed its preliminary findings Wednesday morning.
Illustration of Psyche spacecraft in orbit.

Psyche asteroid mission ready to launch

Oct 9, 2023 The latest flight to a space rock will explore an asteroid with an exposed metallic core.
University of Arizona Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab staff members Damon Jackson (left) and Conrad Vogel (right) in the foreground looking up at the back of primary mirror segment five, April 2019.

Last mirror for world’s biggest telescope begins construction at University of Arizona

Oct 3, 2023 The mirror for the Giant Magellan Telescope will begin its laborious construction process this week.
The sample return capsule from Osiris REx after parachuting into the Utah desert.

The Buzz: OSIRIS-REx delivers its payload

Sep 29, 2023 The decades-running space mission dropped a sample from the asteroid Bennu Sunday, kicking off the next phase of the project.
Tyler Lansing Weaks and Kyra Kennedy as Paul and Corie Bratter in Arizona Theatre Company's production of Barefoot In The Park directed by Micheal Berresse.

Arizona Theatre Company invites you to run "Barefoot in the Park".

Sep 27, 2023 Also on Arizona Spotlight: Arizona Insect Festival returns to the University of Arizona; A look into how adaptive sports are building up Tucson's youth, and a post card from the 2023 Arizona Youth & Peace Conference.
The sample return capsule from Osiris REx after parachuting into the Utah desert.

OSIRIS-REx successfully returns sample capsule to Earth

Sep 26, 2023 The landing ended a seven year mission to the asteroid Bennu and back.
Using virtual reality opens a new avenue for learning and experience for mining students.

Virtual reality brings mining closer for UA students

Sep 22, 2023 The technology delivers the clearest image for those wishing to experience mining remotely.
Illustration of Osiris REx sample return capsule re-entering Earth's atmosphere.

Osiris REx asteroid sample set for fast, fiery return to Earth

Sep 22, 2023 The mission's final stage will mark the end of a seven-year journey to Bennu and back.

The Buzz: Increasing broadband access in rural Arizona

Sep 15, 2023 As billions in grant dollars roll in, how is internet access growing around the state?
Illustration shows NASA's Lucy spacecraft visiting multiple asteroids during a 12 year mission.

Why asteroids are the hottest objects for exploration in the solar system

Sep 12, 2023 Osiris REx is among a group of spacecraft aimed at discovering new information about space rocks.
Illustration of NASA's Psyche spacecraft approaching the asteroid 16 Psyche in 2029.

Launch date approaches for long-awaited mission to a metal-marked asteroid

Sep 8, 2023 NASA's Psyche spacecraft has ASU ties.
A pink sunset lights the sky behind Saguaro National Park east.

Dr. Jasleen Chhatwal on helping loved ones survive dark times.

Sep 6, 2023 Also on Arizona Spotlight: Step into a Record Fair at the final HOCO Fest; A look at the living diversity of Navopatia; and Stories That Soar! returns with a tale about a local 5th grader's journey with retinoblastoma.
Hazardous household waste collection August 2023.

Hazardous waste drop off set for Saturday

Sep 6, 2023 The City of Tucson's monthly event also gives people a chance to get rid of unwanted electronics.
A View from Below by Rachel Ivanyi.

Art is Rachel Ivanyi's first language.

Aug 30, 2023 Also on Arizona Spotlight: How do YOU pronounce "Sahuarita"?, and a profile of Brad Lancaster, water harvester.

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