Image U of A announces the Kyl Institute for National Security Friday The forward-deployed research hub draws on institutional strengths to safeguard the country and honors University of Arizona alumnus and former U.S. Sen. Jon Kyl. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image U of A partners with defense contractor team selected to compete for Golden Dome contracts Wednesday The University of Arizona will team with Precise Systems, Inc., and others as Southern Arizona's strong national defense ecosystem applies its expertise to the space-based missile defense system project. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image U of A research expenditures exceed $1B, ranked among top 20 public universities Monday The University of Arizona delivered more than $1 billion in total research activity in fiscal year 2024, ranking among the top 20 public research institutions. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image Pandora, a keen-eyed satellite built to study exoplanets, takes flight Jan. 9, 2026 After clearing its last hurdle on its way to space, the University of Arizona-led Pandora satellite mission launched into orbit, where it will study at least 20 exoplanets and their host stars over long periods of time. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image Legacy and leadership: One Wildcat's journey from mini grants to medical school Jan. 7, 2026 From founding student clubs to supporting her peers – and researching improved treatment options in health care – Natalie Rawlings has made a lasting impact during her undergraduate years at the U of A. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image New species are now being discovered faster than ever before, study suggests Dec. 22, 2025 According to a team of researchers from the University of Arizona, new species are being discovered at a faster rate than ever before, one that far exceeds extinction. These newly discovered species could be key in advancements within medicine and technology. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image AI-powered wearable boosts preventative care for elderly Dec. 22, 2025 University of Arizona engineers design a mesh sleeve that monitors leg movements with AI for subtle signs of frailty. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image Life on lava: How microbes colonize new habitats Dec. 18, 2025 Taking advantage of a "natural laboratory" in Iceland, a research team from the University of Arizona studied how microbes colonize fresh lava flows as soon as they cooled. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image Confused by the doctor's questionnaire? U of A study suggests it's common Dec. 17, 2025 A new paper suggests that a widely used questionnaire for triaging mental health symptoms could be giving providers poor data to inform treatment – and that a fix could be as simple as rewriting some of the questions. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image Famous faces, balanced budgets and big ideas: Top U of A stories of 2025 Dec. 16, 2025 The University of Arizona was home to countless research discoveries, programmatic successes and other historic milestones throughout 2025. Read more at University of Arizona News