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Arizona's Newest Telescope Now Operational

Sep 7, 2012 Discovery Channel Telescope, fifth largest in U.S., makes scientific and screen debut
The popular public viewing program at Kitt Peak.

Kitt Peak Telescopes Under Cost-Cutting Microscope

Aug 21, 2012 National observatory, public star-gazing programs face uncertainty
In Georgescu's highest-growth scenarios, temperatures in Arizona could rise as much as 4 degrees Celsius (about 7 degrees Fahrenheit) by 2050 due to the urban heat island effect alone. As shown in the map, that warming would also affect climate conditions in the central U.S.

Web Feature: A Burning Question

Aug 16, 2012 Researchers find that heat and growth go hand in hand for Arizona
Tucson Audubon’s Southeast Arizona Birding Festival will be held from Wednesday August 7th through Sunday the 11th, 2024.

Braving the Heat Brings Birding Rewards

Aug 9, 2012 Despite the heat, August offers unique opportunities for local birders
The monsoon made a big impact this week, and the wet weather was a welcome reprieve from our areas ongoing drought conditions.

Strong Monsoon May Linger, Expert Says

Jul 31, 2012 So far, this year’s summer rains have delivered record-breaking amounts -- but will they last?
NASA's Mars Curiosity Rover.

Minding Mars from Tucson

Jul 25, 2012 Scientists around world pay close attention to NASA mission

Web Feature: The Weather Man

Jul 19, 2012 A retired Air Force communicator keeps an eye on the sky

Mysteries Of Pluto: Fifth Moon Found

Jul 17, 2012 Hubbell images spotlight dwarf planet discovered at AZ observatory
Dr. Roger Angel, Director of the UA Steward Observatory Mirror Lab, discusses using the Labs highly concentrating solar mirrors to bring down the cost of generating solar electricity.

Energetic Focus on the Sun

Jul 16, 2012 Mirror technology could be a big boon to solar energy in AZ
We take a tour with the TBG Director of Horticulture, Michael Chamberland, and learn about how moisture-loving plants such as orchids and bromeliads are grown in our desert environment.

Tropical Plants Thrive In 'Cool' Greenhouse

Jul 10, 2012 Tucson Botanical Gardens showcases unique plants in controlled environment

Teachers' Voices with Ofelia Zepeda and Meredith Kupinski

Jul 5, 2012 Two educators talk about a new program where teachers - instead of students - are asked to become immersed in the indigenous culture of their school.

Should We Call It Downtownology?

Jul 5, 2012 Science may help fuel redevelopment of Tucson's core
The MINDDRIVE crew left Yuma, AZ, early Tuesday, June 12, with Tucson as the final destination. Brian Nakonechny was driving and Elias Williams was the passenger.

MINDDRIVE

Jun 28, 2012 Find out about a program that gives at-risk high school youth the chance to build an electric car, and then drive it cross country.
Patches commemorating various firefighting efforts adorn the NAFRI walls.

Learning From Fire

Jun 19, 2012 Interagency institute trains fire managers and analyzes fire behaviors
Tucson Sonora, Mexico

AZ Week: Global Economy Right at Home

Jun 8, 2012 Arizona and Sonora officials rev up business, job creation

Venus Makes Once-In-Lifetime Celestial Cameo

Jun 5, 2012 Dozens gather in Tucson to watch planet cross between Earth and sun

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