Science & Tech

Students developing app to address social isolation among elderly adults

Two ASU students are developing a mobile app that focuses on helping elderly adults overcome feelings of social isolation and loneliness as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

By Mindy Lok | February 2, 2022

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How ASU fell into NASA's orbit

Since the 1960's, the University has made equipment for 10 active NASA missions, is making equipment for nine more and is leading two NASA missions exploring the moon's south pole and a massive asteroid. 

By Kaden Ryback | January 28, 2022

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Two ASU students are finalists in the global Red Bull Basement competition

Two ASU students have become finalists in the Red Bull Basement competition with their note-taking/studying app called Jotted. They are currently in their development phase within the competition and the business in general and will be heading to Istanbul in two weeks.

By Luke Chatham | December 4, 2021

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ASU partners with Blue Origin to aid Orbital Reef space station

ASU has partnered with Blue Origin to lead the Orbital Reef University Advisory Council to conduct research and education outreach for the space project.

By Luke Chatham | November 18, 2021

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Jobs openings walking distance from the ASU Downtown Phoenix campus

As Downtown Phoenix ASU students look for jobs this winter break, here are job opportunities not too far from campus.

By Kaden Ryback | November 18, 2021

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Student research shows difficult road for POC, women business owners

Analysis of ASU student research shows easing business start-up policy encourages more businesses owned by minorities.

By Alexis Waiss | November 18, 2021

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WTF is an NFT? This ASU business can tell you and help you sell them

DropParty is an NFT business co-founded by an ASU student to help creators sell their digital art. 

By Kaden Ryback | October 31, 2021

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ASU researchers develop new COVID-19 tests, await FDA approval

ASU researchers have developed three new COVID-19 tests now awaiting FDA approval to be mass produced.

By Claire Braggs | October 28, 2021

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A new kind of MaRTiny: ASU researchers hope device will help gather heat data

MaRTiny, a new device that measures heat effects, made its debut in the field last weekend at Tempe's Kiwanis Park.

By Wyatt Myskow and Luke Chatham | October 21, 2021

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From mosquito nets to food apps: Students look to build businesses

After winning $250 at Open Pitch, ASU student entrepreneurs are using the money to push their business ideas forward.

By Kaden Ryback | October 18, 2021

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Climate Imagination Fellows make room for a science-minded world

The Center for Science and the Imagination's 2021 Climate Imagination Fellows are working on more positive visions of a future transformed by climate change.

By Olivia Persyn and Claire Braggs | October 14, 2021

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Rio Reimagined looks to make continued environmental improvements

The City of Tempe is working on cleaning up brownfield sites along the river and creating a green stormwater infrastructure plan. 

By Morgan Fischer | October 3, 2021

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As Phoenix's bioscience initiative grows, so do job opportunities for students

Phoenix City Council approved Bioscience Healthcare Strategic Initiative for the 2021-22 fiscal year, helping it sustain its investment in the industries.

By Donovan Johnson | October 3, 2021

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Sierra Club ranks ASU as 'coolest' university

Arizona State University ranked first for "coolest university" by Sierra Magazine for its sustainable practices.

By Marty Ley | October 3, 2021

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New ASU coffee shop will bring students caffeine on wheels

A new cold brew coffee business on campus is bringing caffeine to students by bicycle.

By Kaden Ryback | September 30, 2021

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There is not an HIV outbreak at ASU

A false rumor of an HIV outbreak on ASU's campus has been going viral on apps Yik Yak and Tik Tok, bringing into question how public health conspiracy theories spread and the way they harm those positive with the virus.

By Olivia Persyn | September 29, 2021

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ASU completes study with Tempe to cool down bus shelters

ASU researchers completed their study with 3M reflective material to cool down bus shelters in Tempe, finding that, on average, the material cools the shelters. 

By Luke Chatham | September 28, 2021

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Extreme heat study aims to protect workers as ASU feels the heat

With record high temperatures in Phoenix, a study co-authored by an ASU assistant professor recommends methods to help keep workers safe from the dangers of extreme heat.

By Kaden Ryback | September 28, 2021

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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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