Using evolution to think about the pandemic suggests SARS-CoV-2 can affect social behaviors
The SARS-CoV-2 virus, which is responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic, might affect social behavior in people by interfering with the immune system and affecting the brain and nervous system. ASU researchers co-authored the first of ten insights included in the recently published paper in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. Read More
ASU wins NIH grant to provide COVID-19 testing to underserved communities
ASU is among 32 institutions that received a grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to measure and promote COVID-19 testing in underserved communities across the U.S. The large collaborative effort will work to empower communities and restore trust in the process, which has disproportionately affected American Indian, African American and Latino communities. Read More
New partnership seeks to transform the way teaching and learning is done in Arizona schools
Three organizations have committed to partnering with Mesa Public Schools, the largest school district in Arizona, to support district leaders in efforts to create equitable learning outcomes and better prepare all students for the demands of college, career and civic life. They share a common conviction that the one-size-fits-all approaches in our current education system prevent both learners and educators from succeeding to their fullest potential. Read More
Carbon capture 'moonshot' moves closer
As the world dices with the climate emergency, businesses and governments are starting to push funding towards technology that aims to trap planet-heating gases rather than let them saturate the atmosphere. The International Energy Agency (IEA) recently confirmed that carbon capture was an imperative part of the mix, warning that it would be “virtually impossible” for the world to hit climate targets without capturing and storing emissions generated from factories, power plants, transportation and other sources. Read More
ASU Provost Mark Searle announces plan to step down, transition to professor in June 2021
On Wednesday, ASU announced that Executive Vice President and University Provost Mark Searle will step down from his position on June 30, 2021. Searle has held the post since November 2015 after serving as interim for seven months prior. He will transition to the role of University Professor, assisting the president and next university provost with the implementation of strategic initiatives. Read More
ASU brings drive-thru COVID-19 testing to Lake Havasu City
“Test results were taking a considerable amount of time, and the city was looking for additional options for our community. That’s when this opportunity with ASU presented itself,” said Mayor Sheehy, who has partnered with ASU at Lake Havasu on many community-related issues such as the environment, sustainability, volunteer work and fundraising. Read More
Pac-12 announces resumption of football, basketball & winter sports seasons
The Pac-12 sports competitions will resume its football season for those teams that have the necessary state and local health approvals on November 6, men's and women's basketball on November 25, and other winter sports consistent with the NCAA season start dates. Read More
ASU working to develop new technologies and expand access to COVID-19 testing with Arizona's support
“Arizona State University continues to lead the way in developing new technologies to help us respond to COVID-19 and protect Arizona communities,” said Gov. Doug Ducey. “We’re excited to work with our university partners on expanding access to COVID-19 testing, including investing in ASU’s groundbreaking point-of-need test." Read More