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Researchers Unlock Secrets of the Past with New International Carbon Dating Standard

Aug. 12, 2020

The new and improved tool will allow scientists to learn more about ancient civilizations, the past environment and even the history of the sun.

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Don’t crush that ant—it could plant a wildflower

Aug. 11, 2020

Trilliums, bloodroot, violets—many wildflowers of spring in eastern North America bloom thanks to ants.

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Tumamoc Hill can stay open to walkers for now, UA says

Aug. 11, 2020

The use of masks has not improved during the evening, the University of Arizona says.

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How Boundaries Become Bridges in Evolution

Aug. 10, 2020

The evolution of colorful feathers shines light on the missing link in evolution by natural selection, according to new University of Arizona research.

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Drought conditions in Arizona getting worse thanks to dry monsoon season

Aug. 7, 2020

Above normal temperatures and a lack of rain are a bad combination when it comes to the drought in Arizona.

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Coyotes to coatis: Sky Island Alliance releases 90 day results for their Border Wildlife Study

Aug. 6, 2020

After about 90 days of tracking wildlife in the lower Sky Island region of southeastern Arizona and northern Mexico, Sky Island Alliance, an environmental nonprofit in Tucson, has identified 71 species in the range of border wall construction.

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Harnessing the Sun to Purify Concentrated Waste Streams

Aug. 5, 2020

A team of engineers and scientists is developing a solar-powered desalination system to recover water from concentrated waste streams with maximum efficiency.

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Local Opinion: For community well-being, mask up on Tumamoc Hill

Aug. 4, 2020

OPINION: The senior VP Research and Innovation at UA asks for more masks up on Tumamoc Hill

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Biosphere 2 Will Welcome Back Visitors with Nighttime Driving Tour

Aug. 3, 2020

After tours were halted due to COVID-19, visitors will once again have the opportunity to visit Biosphere 2 – from the safety of their personal vehicles.

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