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DNA profiles lead to IDs of 2 men who died in Tucson in 2019

The DNA Doe Project worked with the Pima County Medical Examiner's office.

New studies firmly fix source of COVID-19 outbreak

University of Arizona co-authored research puts the spotlight on wild animal traders in a Chinese market.

Arizonans benefit from the special scent of the monsoon

Scientists find evidence of health benefits in the desert rain.

Bird flu arrives in Arizona

The first cases were found in Maricopa County.

Biomedical engineers sneak medicines past immune system

University of Arizona researchers are developing ways to target medication more efficiently to fight disease.

University of Arizona-backed research is finding the source for feelings of hunger

The part of the inner brain that produces sensations of hunger and fullness is familiar to neuroscientists.

University of Arizona researchers search for meaning behind idle thoughts

The study's results might help physicians diagnose and treat mental illness.

The fascinating history of Mr. & Mrs. Neil, and their Mountain View Hotel.

Also on Arizona Spotlight: University of Arizona research creates understanding about the role of estrogen in preventing Alzheimer’s Disease; and a 2nd grader's story about learning the difference between wishes and reality.

Discovery of high levels of an enzyme in deadly COVID-19 cases could lead to a plan to save lives

UA researcher surprised to find high amounts of the human enzyme similar to rattlesnake venom known to 'shred' bacteria and viruses.

Insects benefiting from early monsoon rains

Termites and mosquitoes are among those going through seasonal life cycles.

Research finds higher risks for Hispanic and Indigenous patients in Arizona with kidney cancer

According to the research, a higher risk of mortality and advanced-staged kidney cancer in these racial groups are more common.

HEROES study: COVID vaccines 90% effective

First responders rank among workers with the highest risk

Alcohol abuse soars in lockdown

Severe alcohol use jumps 400% in lockdown, according to UA researchers

Child COVID cases starting to be studied

Researchers are asking why kids are less likely to contract serious COVID-19 infections.

Banner-Phoenix morgue overflows with COVID-19 dead

Hospital calls on refrigerated trucks as the pandemic grows.

COVID-19 vaccinations begin in Tucson

TMC, Banner-UMC giving vaccine to front line health care workers

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