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Mission to Psyche inches closer to launch after passing JPL testing

The Mission to Psyche is an ASU-led endeavor that is now one step closer to launch after passing environmental testing to see how the spacecraft would fair in the space.

By Kaden Ryback | April 13, 2022

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ASU study calls for more inclusivity in research of the use of critical minerals for electric vehicles

The study ultimately found there is a need for inclusivity and collaboration in the research field of this area in order to make changes in the supply chain. 

By Claire Braggs | April 9, 2022

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Devil's Depot se asocia con DoorDash y Starship para entregar comida gratis a los estudiantes de ASU

La despensa de alimentos del campus, Devil's Depot, recientemente lanzó dos programas piloto con DoorDash y Starship Technologies para abordar la inseguridad alimentaria y aumentar el acceso a los alimentos para los estudiantes de ASU.

By Mindy Lok | April 4, 2022

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Devil's Depot partners with DoorDash and Starship to deliver free food to ASU students

The on-campus food pantry Devil's Depot recently launched two pilot programs with DoorDash and Starship Technologies to tackle food insecurity and increase food accessibility for ASU students.

By Mindy Lok | March 28, 2022

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Aspiring student app developers won project funding, here's what they are creating

After winning the $250 prize at Open Pitch, three Sun Devils are using the funds to get their app ideas off the ground, including one to assist students in promoting their own new apps. 

By Kaden Ryback | March 28, 2022

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Student-run Zen Shuttles piloting golf cart rideshare app

Zen Shuttles is providing ASU students and staff a new way to get across campus: electric golf carts. By offering rides at a flat rate of $1.99 per ride per person, Zen Shuttles is aiming to be a cheap and efficient form of transportation.

By Kaden Ryback | March 17, 2022

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Shark Tank style incubator offers mentorship and funding for ASU entrepreneurs

A Shark Tank style competition for social entrepreneurs and nonprofits called SuperCharger is being developed as a result of an ASU partnership.

By Mindy Lok | March 16, 2022

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As cities across Arizona convert to electric buses, what's stopping ASU?

ASU is hesitant to hop on electric bus technology, with officials citing performance and price concerns. 

By Kaden Ryback | March 2, 2022

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Cronkite School and Global Futures Laboratory team up to improve sustainability storytelling

The Cronkite School and Global Futures at ASU are partnering to expand the school's sustainability journalism curriculum and has hired National Geographic Editor-in-Chief Susan Goldberg to help.

By Claire Braggs | March 1, 2022

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ASU researchers partner with TikTok creators to produce a research toolkit

ASU digital humanities researchers are partnering with marginalized TikTok creators in The Online Creator's Association to investigate the platform's algorithm.

By Mindy Lok | March 1, 2022

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Student volunteers build DIY air filters to combat COVID-19 in K-12 classrooms

For epidemiologist and ASU professor Megan Jehn, duct-taped boxes of a fan and filters built and delivered by student volunteers are the DIY solution to poor air filtration in K-12 classrooms.

By Luke Chatham | February 16, 2022

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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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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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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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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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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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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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Interplanetary Initiative partners with Slate to launch podcast

A new weekly podcast from a partnership between Slate and ASU's Interplanetary Initiative explores the future of space with guest experts.

By Avianna Hoppes | March 23, 2021

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SolarSPELL brought virtual learning resources to South Sudan

In a partnership with Empower Kids South Sudan, ASU's SolarSPELL brought thousands of virtual textbook devices to students in South Sudan last year.

By Josh Geenen | February 14, 2021

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