Science & Tech

Student-led research ASCEND-s to new heights with launch of high-altitude balloon

ASU's ASCEND team launched a balloon with the collaboration of other universities in order to observe the solar eclipse in October.

By Dimitra Manatou | November 14, 2023

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U.S. Surgeon General speaks to ASU students on mental health, human connection

The U.S. Surgeon General spoke to the ASU community on Monday about mental health with respect to one's environment and social network.

By Ginia McFarland , Hunter Rhea and Sita Sudhakar | November 13, 2023

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Panel discussing desalination in Mexico fails to include environmental impact, Mexican voices

The panelists focused on the technological capabilities of desalination but disregarded active environmental criticism from others in the field.

By Sophia Ramirez | November 9, 2023

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The bridge between artificial and human intelligence: How AI could experience life

Industry experts in artificial intelligence believe that while conscious AI may be possible, it poses challenges to fabrication in real life.

By Hunter Rhea | November 8, 2023

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ASU students break new ground with Axoniverse’s innovative biochip technology

Axoniverse, an innovative startup founded by students at ASU, is on the cutting edge of biocomputing technology, developing biochips that integrate living neurons for advanced information processing.

By Dimitra Manatou | November 7, 2023

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Final steps toward X-ray innovation: ASU's CXFEL to complete first phase this spring

The first phase of the CXFEL project will obtain diffraction patterns through experiments, allowing a closer look at proteins and other biological components.

By Dimitra Manatou | November 2, 2023

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ASU's new quantum computing pathway looks to break binary with new courses

The new path in the electrical engineering major, beginning this semester with just a single class, aims to introduce engineering students to a new technology field.

By Dimitra Manatou | October 24, 2023

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ASU Mission to Psyche has launched: What's on board?

A summary of some of Psyche Mission's instruments and how they'll be monitored during the satellite's journey.

By Sophia Ramirez | October 24, 2023

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ASU neuroscientists weigh in on the 'Link' between risk and reward in human testing

Given proper procedures, the Link's human trials could lead to great progress in treating neurological conditions. However, recent events have raised concerns about the process.

By Hunter Rhea | October 18, 2023

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The 'Genius Grant': How an ASU researcher won, and what they look for in a fellow

With complete freedom on how to use it, the 'Genius Grant' is incredibly selective. These are some of the qualities they look for, as found in one ASU winner.

By Sophia Ramirez | October 17, 2023

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ASU-led Psyche Mission lifts off from Cape Canaveral: follow along the lift-off process

Behind the scenes, the work involved in a rocket launch is extensive; for ASU, this launch is especially historic.

By River Graziano and Sophia Ramirez | October 13, 2023

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New FORCE Lab at ASU features national firsts in high-pressure research

The FORCE Lab, in the midst of final mechanical preparations, discusses potential experiments and the benefits of its open access policy.

By Dimitra Manatou | October 9, 2023

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ASU's Project ECHO model plays a vital role in Long COVID solutions

ASU's Project ECHO's explores potential solutions to long COVID's medical problems through a unique information sharing model.

By Dimitra Manatou | October 3, 2023

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The flowers of Tempe campus: six species to keep an eye out for

A look at six of the late-summer blooming plants that can be seen and appreciated on the Tempe campus, which are maintained by the ASU Arboretum initiatives.

By Sophia Ramirez | October 3, 2023

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ASU announces Latino GDP crossing $3.2 trillion in report with Latino Donor Collaborative

Across the nation, the Latino community's influence on the economy is rapidly growing, reflected in a report recently released by the Seidman Research Institute and the Latino Donor Collaborative.

By Sophia Ramirez | September 28, 2023

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Undergraduate research: How ASU students can fast-track their careers

In STEM fields where research is a prevalent aspect of the career, getting involved early is critical, with some research opportunities proving more fruitful than others.  

By Ritwik Sharma | September 21, 2023

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Revolutionizing nanomaterials: new developments from ASU's Birkel Lab

In the pursuit of innovations in the area of nanomaterials, researchers at Birkel Lab must navigate the intricate balance of time, precision and variability.

By Dimitra Manatou | September 19, 2023

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The benefits of a new hobby for college students

ASU students have created hundreds of student organizations to share their hobbies with the community. Talking to them reveals the benefits they have found from participating in hobbies.

By Sophia Ramirez | September 14, 2023

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Cultivating a sustainable tomorrow: Astro Seed's pioneering approach to agriculture

Astro Seed, a company funded by ASU, seeks to make crops more accessible and sustainable through innovations in agricultural solutions.

By Dimitra Manatou | September 7, 2023

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ASU research team partners with EPA to study electrified transit emissions

An almost $650,000 grant from the EPA has been given to an ASU research team for the purposes of studying pollution of electrified public transportation.

By Sophia Ramirez | September 5, 2023

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