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Health Impact of Chemicals in Plastics Is Handed Down Two Generations

UC Riverside mouse study finds paternal exposure to phthalates increases risk of metabolic diseases in progeny

Einstein's Description Of Gravity Just Got Much Harder To Beat

UArizona researchers put general relativity to a new test with black hole images.

How Cold Was the Ice Age? Researchers Now Know

Scientists' ice age "hindcast" may shed light on future climate.

What It Would Take To Discover Life On Saturn's Icy Moon Enceladus

Surrounded by a vast ocean underneath a thick ice shell, Enceladus is a hot candidate for potentially harboring alien life. A team of researchers led by the University of Arizona concluded that a future mission could provide answers even without landing on the tiny world.

Meet The Bug That Tastes 'Like Quinine With Habanero'

What is velvety, red, pea-sized and can be seen scurrying across the ground in the desert Southwest after a torrential rainstorm?

Microbes Are 'Active Engineers' In Earth's Rock-To-Life Cycle

An open-air, living laboratory that spans parts of Arizona and New Mexico is helping researchers better understand how mineral weathering – the breaking down or dissolving of rocks and minerals over time – feeds into Earth's intricate life-support system.

The Ants Go Marching … Methodically

Most biologists have assumed that ants wander aimlessly around a new environment. New University of Arizona research suggests that one species of rock ant actually searches in a more methodical way.

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.