Science & Tech

Allen Coral Atlas provides breakthrough tools for coral reef conservation

The world's most comprehensive map of coral reefs, Allen Coral Atlas, which provides breakthrough tools for conservation, is complete.

By William Stuart | September 22, 2021

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ASU researchers find detergent pods are not as eco-friendly as brands claim

ASU researchers concluded in a study that detergent pods are not necessarily as biodegradable or eco-friendly as some brands boast.

By Claire Braggs | September 20, 2021

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Sian Proctor becomes first Sun Devil astronaut

ASU's first alumna astronaut, Sian Proctor, launched from NASA's Kennedy Space Center on Wednesday on the first all-civilian space mission in history.

By Olivia Persyn | September 16, 2021

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Looking to go more green, ASU and Phoenix plan to expand composting

Both the city of Phoenix and ASU are looking to expand compost operations for use by residents and students.

By Kaden Ryback | September 14, 2021

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Meet the ASU Hacking Club

Formerly known as pwndevils, members of the ASU Hacking Club discuss their rebrand and goals for the year.

By Olivia Persyn | September 12, 2021

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ASU-developed ShadowCam is incorporated into Korean spacecraft

ShadowCam, an instrument proposed by ASU, has been completed and shipped to the Korean Aerospace Research Institute, where it was installed into its orbiter.

By Luke Chatham | September 9, 2021

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How an ASU program helped a student business working to turn poop water into plants

ASU alumnus Travis Andren is taking his business, Lemna, to new levels with his recent completion of a new master's program. Lemna is working to revolutionize wastewater management in animal agriculture. 

By Claire Braggs | September 8, 2021

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For some, poetry is an art. For Rosemarie Dombrowski, it is medicine.

Phoenix Poet Laureate and ASU lecturer Rosemarie Dombrowski uses her poetry for healing and connecting students in the classroom.

By Kaden Ryback | September 1, 2021

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ASU student works up a sweat with athletic clothing brand

Emma Vollrath, an ASU business student, launched Emma Lou, an athletic clothing brand selling yoga pants, sports bras and shorts, last year.

By John Sanders | August 12, 2021

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Tempe leans into wastewater analysis as fewer people seek COVID-19 tests

The wastewater testing program, launched in 2018 to test for opioids and transitioned to COVID-19 in March 2020, looks to improve public health in the Tempe community. 

By Morgan Fischer | June 22, 2021

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New molecular sciences bridge program to support underrepresented students

The American Chemical Society is bringing its bridge program to ASU to help Black, Latine and Indigenous students find a path to doctoral-level studies.

By Anna Campbell | June 2, 2021

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'In the business of poking holes'

ASU professor Robert Balling is the author of several books that question the severity of global warming's consequences, and his work is said to have played a role in the climate change skeptic movement.

By Chris Scragg and Jessica Myers | April 22, 2021

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Climate stories invite feedback to update the Tempe Climate Action Plan

Graduate students partner with Tempe's sustainability director to create climate stories and solicit resident feedback for the Climate Action Plan update. 

By Nancy Lam | April 22, 2021

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Starbucks research center to open on Tempe campus

ASU and Starbucks have partnered to form new research center focused on making greener stores and more sustainable food options.

By Grace Lieberman | April 17, 2021

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ASU receives $8 million grant to train unemployed, underemployed workers

A new grant to ASU from the U.S. Department of Labor will help train Arizonans for mid- to high-skill positions in information technology, cybersecurity and other sectors.

By Josh Geenen | April 15, 2021

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Nanotechnology company partners with ASU to create lab in Mesa

Nanotechnology company MECHnano is partnering with ASU to build and work in a lab to advance their work with the help of students.

By Luke Chatham | April 14, 2021

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ASU-led NASA Mission to Psyche moves to next step in spacecraft construction

NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory received the body for the Psyche spacecraft, which will be used to complete the ASU-led Mission to Psyche.

By Luke Chatham | April 14, 2021

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Video: Breaking down blockchain and Bitcoin

ASU has a blockchain lab, but what is the blockchain? How do cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum work?

By Judah Brody | April 14, 2021

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New partnership between ASU and SRP addresses climate change

The Salt River Project and ASU announced a long-term partnership focusing on sustainable and educational programs to combat climate change.

By Alyssa Marksz | April 1, 2021

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Local businesses await students' return to campus as restrictions lift

Businesses serving the ASU community are holding out for renewed foot traffic in the Fall 2021 semester to increase sales after a year of economic hardship.

By Anna Campbell | April 1, 2021

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