Science & Tech

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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Bioethics and barriers: ASU professors weigh in on the future of ethical research

Ethics are not as prominent as they could be in science education, and the effects of that are critical.

By Dimitra Manatou | August 31, 2023

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Groundbreaking discovery in astrophysics is making waves with ASU professors

NANOGrav's recent work in gravitational waves may give way to a paradigm shift in the way astronomy and astrophysics research are conducted.

By Ritwik Sharma | August 29, 2023

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How ASU and its faculty are cracking down on dishonest uses of AI

ASU is working on reframing its academic integrity policy to crack down on cheating cases where students use artificial intelligence "unauthorized."

By Madeline Nguyen | July 10, 2023

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Tempe entertainment district could use over one million gallons of water daily

The proposed Coyotes arena and entertainment district would be built on Tempe land without access to city's main water supply and use up to 1.09 million gallons of water per day.

By Alex Wakefield | April 27, 2023

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MathGPT is incoming; how it fits into undergraduate math education

MathGPT is in development to change the way students learn from math textbooks. It is designed to teach reasoning skills, not just the final results.

By Sophia Ramirez | April 27, 2023

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MiX Center brings pioneering media design technology to ASU

The MiX Center in Mesa hosts new projects using cutting-edge technology and software. Students can get involved through new concentrations of study and professor-led projects.

By Shri Swaminathan | April 25, 2023

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Genes and environment: ASU graduate student fills gap in mental health studies

Graduate student Belal Jamil's work in developmental psychology is focused on genetics and the environment and its effects on early mental health in minority communities.

By Brenna Gauchat | April 25, 2023

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Hobbs gives opening remarks at PHX Startup Week, encourages entrepreneurship and equity

Governor Katie Hobbs gave opening remarks at PHX Startup Week, highlighting the importance of technology, entrepreneurship and diversity in Arizona

By Sophia Ramirez | April 24, 2023

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Arizona Water Innovation Initiative introduces statewide effort to address water concerns

The Arizona Water Innovation Initiative has its kickoff event on April 25, and it is a comprehensive and wide-reaching project designed to address Arizona's water needs. 

By Sophia Ramirez | April 24, 2023

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Students can get accessible STI testing and prevention options at ASU

Sexual wellness is an important part of general wellness, and students can take advantage of accessible and private resources to prevent STIs and educate themselves.

By Sophia Ramirez | April 13, 2023

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Simulated 3D projections of space keep audience on edge

The School of Earth and Space Exploration is hosting a series of 3D demonstrations that are live simulations of outer space at the Marston Theater.  

By Shri Swaminathan | April 13, 2023

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Touring ASU's CXFEL facility: X-ray science, lasers up close and still in progress

ASU's compact X-ray free electron laser will be the first in the world. The project's staff and students explain how the machine works during a tour of the CXFEL labs.

By Audrey Eagerton | April 5, 2023

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NASA Psyche Mission set to launch in 2023 with new flight plan

A year-long delay in NASA's Psyche Mission has resulted in a new flight trajectory, with a planned launch in October 2023

By Shri Swaminathan | April 4, 2023

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Growing ASU Library resources aim to demystify data science, improve accessibility

The Unit for Data Science and Analytics in the ASU Library changed leadership this semester, and is expanding the ways it educates students of all disciplines on data science techniques. 

By Sophia Ramirez | March 30, 2023

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