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University of Arizona astronomy researchers track space junk to the Moon

The spent rocket stage is expected to crash on the far side in March.

Former shuttle cockpit simulator comes to Tucson

Astronauts trained on it, then it became a movie set.

University of Arizona geologist examining Tonga volcano eruption

The explosive force was mostly underwater but stronger than expected

University of Arizona wind tunnels getting upgrades

Improvements are expected to generate more research for hypersonic technology.

Adia Barnes on Teamwork and Motherhood.

Also on Arizona Spotlight:Can new technology save water on farms? Plus Chris Dashiell remembers Peter Bogdanovich, and a short story read by author Michelle Ross.

Space telescope launched on daring quest to behold 1st stars

The University of Arizona designed one of the instruments on board.

Space telescope launch culminates special effort by Tucson company

4D Technology did testing for the James Webb Space Telescope project

Study shows more people are not afraid to have machines make their choices

A University of Arizona researcher's survey asked if they preferred algorithms to human-generated decision-making.

COVID-19 creating another holiday of concern

Omicron variant and vaccination worries are making gatherings difficult again.

New astronaut list includes trainees with UA ties

They could be in line for upcoming missions to the ISS and maybe the moon.

UA doctoral student's satellite gathering upper atmosphere data for climate forecasters

The self-designed research package went aloft on a high-altitude balloon in August.

Threat from hazardous space debris is getting worse

A University of Arizona scientist says tracking rogue objects is harder than ever.

International bioscience company announces new laboratory in Tucson

The company will join several other bioscience facilities in the University of Arizona Tech Park.

Archaeologists find hundreds of ceremonial sites that help link Maya and Olmec cultures

The research highlights the critical role of regional interactions in ancient Mesoamerica.

University of Arizona engineering students demonstrate solar cooking skills

Over five hundred freshman tested home-made solar ovens on the mall.

University of Arizona researchers search for meaning behind idle thoughts

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

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