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University of Arizona hurricane researchers predict above-average season ahead

They say the number of named hurricanes could reach a mark set in 2017.

UA graduate programs ranked among nation's best

Management Information and Geosciences were singled out in top college survey.

UA researchers mount new global wind study

They are using satellites to measure speed and direction of winds aloft.

New $85 million home for UA's Space Institute unveiled

The building first broke ground in 2021.

New Film Focuses on the Unique Sky Islands of Arizona

Thousands of different species depend on this habitat

Arizona springtime brings concern about disease-carrying ticks

Experts are creating the state's first database for the parasitic pest.

UA Santa Rita Experimental Range gets long-term lease

The range was first designated by President Theodore Roosevelt.

Experts say change of seasons leads to less sleep

The start of spring could create some restless nights.

Winter snow slows space exploration in southern Arizona

Mountaintop astronomers are sometimes stranded by heavy snow at telescope sites.

Water report suggests diversification for Arizona agriculture

It's in response to mandatory Colorado River cutbacks triggered by drought.

COVID detectives still dogged by disinformation

Researchers continue confirming the source of the coronavirus at a Chinese wet market

Tucson's "King of Sting," Justin Schmidt, dies from Parkinson's disease

Schmidt is known for allowing himself to be bitten and stung by insects to learn about their sting's affects.

Study suggests office workers need more sound

The findings could help designers create better staff environments.

Report reveals Super Bowl scale economic impact from UA Space Sciences

Astronomy, optical sciences and space exploration generate significant money and jobs for Southern Arizona.

Presenters prepare to bust myths at this year's UA science lecture series

Researchers will tackle misconceptions about their work during the 18th annual event.

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