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Researchers at the University of Arizona have discovered that planet-forming disks of gas and dust around tiny stars live much longer than previously thought. The findings provide new insights into planet formation and the habitability of planets outside our solar system.

The series, which begins March 6, will break down the complexities of communication across species, minds and the vast reaches of space.

The honorees were nominated by their colleges and approved by the Alumni Advisory Council, a volunteer board of 19 members who advise on alumni engagement and outreach efforts.

An associate professor of English, Louis was one of 50 artists from across the country recently named a 2025 USA Fellow by the Chicago-based nonprofit organization United States Artists.

Between 2000 and 2023, glaciers collectively lost 7,211 billion tons of ice, contributing almost three quarters of an inch to global sea-level rise, a new study finds.

Contrary to what people might think, North American forests are burning less, not more, finds a new study co-authored by U of A fire ecologist Donald Falk. Researchers say the absence of fire can contribute to more severe wildfires in the future.

Steve Kortenkamp and Sunggye Hong created 3D-printed spacecraft models and other tools to help teach astronomy to visually impaired middle and high school students.

Gov. Katie Hobbs appointed Hamden, a renowned expert on ultraviolet telescopes, to the commission to help shape Arizona's role in aerospace and space sciences.

University leaders were in the Phoenix area this week for Fuel Wonder Phoenix, a showcase of U of A excellence, and for the Arizona Board of Regents Meeting at Arizona State University.

The National Survey of Student Engagement recognized the U of A for meaningful faculty connections, strong academic support and a campus that emphasizes success.