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Why bioscience and healthcare innovators are looking to Phoenix
When Mayo Clinic was evaluating a massive investment to build a biotechnology innovation hub in the Phoenix area, leaders considered many attributes in the Valley of the Sun, including access to land, talent and workforce development, attractiveness to new movers, ease of travel, as well as world-class healthcare and clinical research in a business-friendly environment.…
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ASU on the cusp of becoming a $1B research university
University’s growth into research powerhouse the result of President Crow’s vision, community and state support, and innovative approaches across fields and disciplines Researchers Mark Li (left) and Robert Vyne work inside the clean room area at the MacroTechnology Works research facility in the ASU Research Park in Tempe, Arizona. Photo by Deanna Dent/ASU Once a…
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ASU launches groundbreaking partnership to address water insecurity in Arizona
NAU, U of A to join ASU’s Arizona Water for All Network Initially formed to advance water security in communities along the U.S.-Mexico border, the Arizona Water for All Network, a pillar of the Arizona Water Innovation Initiative at ASU, has expanded to designing innovative approaches to holistically address water insecurity across Arizona. Photo courtesy…
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TGen-ASU Study Reveals Lasting Effects Of Common Herbicide On Brain Health
Glyphosate exposure linked to Alzheimer’s disease-like pathology in pre-clinical models PHOENIX, AZ – A study led by researchers from TGen, part of City of Hope, and Arizona State University shows that pre-clinical models exposed to the herbicide glyphosate develop brain pathologies associated with neurodegenerative disease. The findings suggest the brain may be much more susceptible to the damaging effects…
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Achievement unlocked: Physical therapy professor redefines health education using interactive gaming
To form an effective, reliable fitness routine, people often turn to state-of-the-art workout equipment, countless dieting advice books and expensive personal trainers. Now, thanks to one digital passion project produced by an NAU professor and a Phoenix-based artist, learning new and simple ways to build a happy, healthy lifestyle can be as easy as powering…
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First 2 degree offerings from ASU Health available in fall 2025
Master of Science in Public Health Technology and Master of Public Health will help students find jobs in the modernized health care system The first degree offerings from ASU Health will help students find jobs in the modernized health care system. The one-year Master of Science in Public Health Technology and the two-year Master of Public Health, both out of…
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Health Solutions faculty takes on role of president of Arizona Speech-Language-Hearing Association
Victoria Clark, clinical associate professor at the College of Health Solutions has been named as the new president of the Arizona Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ArSHA). “When I was elected president, wonderful mentors in the organization advised me that the work of the presidency is to ‘steer the ship,’” said Clark. “… I am humbled by the expertise and…
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The 4th Annual Faculty Peer Awards Celebrated Stellar Mentors and Researchers
Rayna Gonzales, PhD poses with David Guttman, MD, and Dean Fredric Wondisford after receiving her award The peer-nominated faculty awards recognized seven faculty from various disciplines who demonstrated excellence in service, teaching, leadership and research. Each year, faculty at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix nominate and recognize the outstanding work of…
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Understanding evolution at the cellular level
November 24 is Evolution Day, which commemorates Charles Darwin’s work in evolution. In honor of that, we are featuring Michael Lynch, director of the Biodesign Center for Mechanisms of Evolution, and his work pioneering a new field of research, evolutionary cell biology. “Evolutionary biology and cell biology are both highly sophisticated fields, but they have…
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The 2nd Annual State of the PBC Speakers Announced
Over the past two decades, Arizona’s three public research universities and the City of Phoenix have invested significantly in creating a thriving life sciences ecosystem in the heart of Downtown Phoenix. This year we seek to bring you the highlights and achievements of the people and companies driving innovation at the Phoenix Bioscience Core and…
