NASA Changes Worry Tucson Planetary Science
New grant-funding structure promises more money for planetary research, but local scientist negative impacts.
Local Distiller Turns Sonoran Desert Wood into Whiskey
Mesquite craftsman uses native wood to craft unique spirits—and tap into a long scientific legacy.
Scientists: Darkness Harder to Find Due to Overpopulation
Use of artificial lights is increasing around the world; experts say tens of millions of people have never experiences truly dark skies.
Retinal Implants Get New Tech That Could Improve Clarity
Wolfgang Fink, member of the joint U.S.-German research team developing product said current retinal implants allow people to see, but only basic, blurry shapes.
UA Biologist Captures Unusual Animal Behavior on Camera
After scouring endless hours of footage, Pacifica Sommers began to notice something a little odd: a dancing mouse.
UA-Led Research Team Finds New Planet
Gas giant discovered orbiting around star outside Earth's solar system; relatively young at 13 million years old.
UA Doctorate Student First to Identify Minerals on Mars Surface
What they have is basaltic sand, made from eroded lava, similar in composition to sand found here on earth in places such as Hawaii.
UA Researchers Study Climate Change Effects In Amazon Trees
University scientists part of international research team; recently wrapped up field work in Peru.
Desert Photographer Explores Science of Color Vision
Michael McNulty looks into research offering insights on physical properties of light, human perception specific to the Sonoran desert.
Researchers Find New Scorpion Species in Catalinas
This is the second time a new species is found in the mountains, which is unusual; unclear of how venomous creature is.
Pima County, UA Working to Eradicate Invasive Bullfrogs
Species has been threatening native frogs, toads, wildlife in central Tucson restoration area.
Historic Park's Pond Drying Because of Drought
Distinctive desert-meets-swamp characteristic of Tucson's Agua Caliente Park is slowly disappearing.
Suspect Charged in Saguaro National Park Vandalism
16-year-old boy alleged to have spray-painted graffiti on 11 saguaros, other spots in May.
UA Mineral Museum Receives Its Largest Donation Ever
The collection will help create database used for non-destructive sampling technology.
Proposed Barriers Along Border Could Harm Wildlife
The issue has raised flags among environmentalists, who argue it could be devastating to the area's natural surroundings.
