Science & Tech

Explosive new ASU course combines art with volcanoes

ASU's School of Earth and Space Exploration hopes to make science more approachable and art more informative.  

By Jacob Willman | September 9, 2018

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Plants may be the solution to creating an affordable norovirus vaccine

Plant based vaccine research has come a long way in the last 20 years.

By Kelly Richmond | September 6, 2018

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No college degree? At these tech companies, it's no problem

More companies are dropping degree requirements, leaving the value of some ASU degrees in question.

By Kevin Weinhold | September 6, 2018

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ASU lab research uses neuroimaging to help students study smarter, not harder

Exam season is upon us – are you ready? ASU MAC lab's research may help you form good study habits.

By Nicole Sherwood | September 5, 2018

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AI and machine learning can improve ASU students' lives, researchers say

AI and machine learning are becoming increasingly visible on ASU campuses.

By Andrew Dimarogonas | August 30, 2018

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To sip or not to sip: the plastic straw debate at ASU

The plastic straw debate is one to ponder over, but ASU affiliates agree that there is a wider environmental issue that requires action on many sides.

By Addie Fairley | August 30, 2018

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Dorks Estate: ASU leads project with DARPA to create more efficient processing systems

ASU leads the nation in collaboration with DARPA to create improved processing systems. 

By Griffin Sandidge | August 30, 2018

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ASU Health Services helps students catch some z's

If suffering from sleeping disorders, students can seek help online and on campus.

By Maya Shrikant | August 29, 2018

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'To be funny or not to be funny': ASU study finds disparities in responses to humor

ASU study analyzes differing responses to humor based on gender and content.

By Ryan Ferdowsian | August 29, 2018

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ASU scientist created a lip balm that is truly out of this world

Space smells like raspberries and rum according to ASU scientists.

By Nicole Sherwood | August 28, 2018

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Flushing disposable contact lenses has unforeseen consequences

Disposing of contact lenses down the drain instead of throwing them away can have negative repercussions.

By Jacob Willman | August 28, 2018

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New tool from Facebook and Instagram allows students to manage time spent online

Facebook and Instagram have a solution for students who procrastinate on social media.

By Kevin Weinhold | August 28, 2018

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Lawrence Krauss violated ASU sexual harassment policies, investigation shows

An ASU investigation concluded last week that Lawrence Krauss, a prominent physicist, violated University policy.

By Kimberly Rapanut | August 7, 2018

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ASU researchers look at the possibility of life outside Earth

In the journal Astrobiology, ASU scientists share how biosignatures might reveal how researchers can begin to recognize signs of life on other planets.

By Jessica Myers | August 1, 2018

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AZLoop reaches finals in SpaceX competition for best hyperloop test pod

 ASU and Embry-Riddle students’ design could take their team to the final competition on Sunday. 

By Parker Shea | July 21, 2018

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An ASU professor's research shows that people apply human qualities to organizations

An ASU professor and his team are looking at why and how people apply human traits to companies. 

By Jessica Myers | July 20, 2018

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ASU researchers are looking at new links between viruses and Alzheimer's

ASU researchers dive deep into the impact viral diseases have on Alzheimer's, such as different herpes viruses.

By Jessica Myers | July 2, 2018

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Research Roundup: Alzheimer’s, the San Andreas Fault and ancient Chinese monkeys

In this week's Research Roundup, we discover a new species of monkey in the ancient tomb of a Chinese empress — Lady Xia, who was the grandmother of unified China's first emperor. 

By Parker Shea | June 29, 2018

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ASU team uses AI to detect wildfires

ASU team "puts AI to work" in new wildfire detection program. 

By Jessica Myers | June 21, 2018

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ASU-led study shows deep connection between diet and symptoms of autism

ASU-led research is showing that changes in diet can radically alter the livelihoods of those living with autism spectrum disorders.  

By Parker Shea | June 17, 2018

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