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Expectant Lemur Dads See Hormonal Changes In Response To Pregnant Mates, Poop Shows

The increase in estradiol may help prepare the lemurs for fatherhood, according to new University of Arizona-led research.

Hansel And Gretel's Breadcrumb Trick Inspires Robotic Exploration Of Caves On Mars And Beyond

University of Arizona engineers have developed a system that allows autonomous vehicles to scout out underground habitats for astronauts.

What Kind Of Workspace Suits You Best? It May Depend On Your Personality

Extroverts may thrive in open seating, while introverts may do better in private offices, a new study co-authored by University of Arizona researchers finds.

New Uarizona Report Offers Hope To Farmers During Historic Water Crisis

The University of Arizona Southwest Center and local and international partners are working to address the needs of agricultural communities reliant on the Colorado River Basin for irrigation.

Why It May Be Better To Give Than To Receive This Valentine's Day

Research has shown that hugs, kisses and other forms of affectionate communication are good for health and well-being, especially when it comes to the heart. Those who give affection may see even more benefit than those on the receiving end, a University of Arizona expert says.

The Key To Healthier Employees Could Be A Quieter – Or Louder – Office Space

A new study suggests that too much – or too little – office noise has a negative effect on employee well-being. The sweet spot? About 50 decibels, comparable to moderate rain or birdsong.

Getting A Good Night's Sleep Can Potentially Save A Young Adult's LifeGetting A Good Night's Sleep Can Potentially Save A Young Adult's Life

Research by sleep scientists in the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson's Department of Psychiatry shows a correlation between poor sleep and suicide risk in college-aged adults.

How Your Mood Affects The Way You Process Language

When you're in a bad mood, you might want to focus on tasks that are more detail-oriented, such as proofreading, University of Arizona research suggests.

A More Sustainable Way to Generate Phosphorus

MIT chemists found a way to cut the carbon footprint of producing white phosphorus, an ingredient in many consumer products.

Studies Of Unusual Brains Reveal Critical Insights into Brain Organization, Function

Ev Fedorenko’s Interesting Brains Project highlights the human brain’s remarkable capacity to adapt, reorganize in the face of early damage.

MU Researcher Discovers Threshold That Triggers Drought Response In Forests

A recent study at Baskett Forest in mid-Missouri explored how forests behave without water when drought threatens.

New Method Can Provide Rapid Detection Of Food Adulteration

University of Missouri scientists demonstrate the entire process can take 45 minutes or less.

Importance Of Early-Life Factors Identified In New Lung Health Study

New insights into the importance of early-life factors on lung health have been unveiled in the most comprehensive study of its kind, led by the Universities of Bristol and Essex.

Ancient Tools Provide Earliest Evidence of Rice Harvesting

Striations and residue found on stone tools in China reflect harvesting methods.

New UCI study indicates that genetic sex determines how muscle tissue interacts with other tissues and organs

A new study by researchers at University of California, Irvine (UCI) indicates that an individual's genetic sex influences the way muscle tissue communicates with other other tissues and organs in the body.

Socialness Is in the Eye of the Beholder

A new Dartmouth study investigates how social interaction is perceived.

Reducing Cardiovascular Disease Risk During American Heart Month

February is American Heart Month, a time for all people to focus on their cardiovascular health.

Excess Medications and Alcohol Misuse by People With HIV Increase Delirium Risk

Delirium is a transient but serious condition that complicates as many as one in five hospitalizations, and those living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) are especially at risk.