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08/06/2025

Experts recently gathered at ASU’s Barrett & O’Connor Center to explore America’s disaster preparedness after Hurricane Katrina.

During the event, speakers explored how divides in disaster recovery and preparedness still exist 20 years after the hurricane devastated New Orleans. They discussed how climate disasters disproportionately affect poor, rural and underrepresented communities, which contributes to infrastructure funding decisions.

“There's a very deep resilience divide in America,” Resilience Force Executive Director Saket Soni said.

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In the 20 years since Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans, killing more than 1,300 people, experts say the U.S. has failed to prepare for future disasters — even as climate change has accelerated those events.

08/04/2025

Should AI have a role in the criminal justice system? ⚖️

Experts recently gathered at ASU’s Barrett & O’Connor Center to explore the promises and pitfalls of this rapidly emerging technology. They highlighted its potential benefits along with the urgent need for AI education and training across the criminal justice system.

Read more about their conversation:

“Where is it most likely for somebody to get hurt or killed? It’s drinking and driving. And in that one area (Phoenix), I welcome our new artificial intelligence (AI) […] in terms of taking away the most dangerous part of human activity on a daily basis.”

07/30/2025

From city government to corporate leadership, ASU alumni are leading the charge for a more sustainable world. 🌎

Meet four Sun Devils who are turning sustainability into action through their careers:

ASU alumni are making an impact. From city government to corporate leadership, they’re working in every sector of society to make the world a more sustainable place.Here's a look at four.

07/28/2025

Talking about your own accomplishments may not feel natural, but it’s essential for career growth.

🔗 Here are five strategies you can use to highlight your successes:

By May BuschSome people seem to be natural at self-promotion, while others struggle with talking about their achievements. Regardless of whether self-promotion feels natural, your career advancement depends on senior managers understanding your skill set and value. When you do not call attention to....

07/23/2025

More screen time for kids doesn't always = more problems. ✅

New research from Arizona State University found that it’s not just how much time kids spend on screens, it’s the type of content they engage with that makes the difference.

Summer months can mean more screen time for kids who are out of school — and more concerned parents.But according to a recent study co-led by ASU, the time spent on electronic devices may not be as harmful as caregivers think.

07/21/2025

From medical AI to microchips, Arizona State University research is powering the next wave of innovation.

Applied Materials is partnering with ASU to tackle complex challenges in microelectronics. Through a series of grants, an ASU professor and his team are building advanced AI systems to make semiconductor manufacturing more efficient. 🔗 Learn more:

As the largest U.S. supplier of semiconductor equipment, Applied Materials is at the forefront of microchip innovation. Now it’s bringing its energy to impactful research at Arizona State University. Through a series of grants, the company is teaming up with ASU faculty to tackle big challenges in...

07/16/2025

🗣️ Looking for expert insight on a deadline?

AI, climate, elections, global affairs and more — Arizona State University has an expert ready to weigh in. Explore our newsroom page to connect with faculty who can bring deep knowledge to today's biggest media stories:

Through our team of internal newsroom reporters and editors, media and public relations veterans and a full-service creative team, we tell and share the stories of one of the largest public research universities in the country. Our goal is to create content for, distribute content to, and manage rel...

07/14/2025

Nearly 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's disease.

New research from Arizona State University sheds light on surprising connections between Alzheimer’s disease, a common gut virus and the power of prevention; read the full story here:

By Leah Rosenbaum Nearly 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, a condition that devastatingly impairs memory and identity. It’s a heartbreaking disease that robs loved ones of their sense of self and ability to recognize loved ones.

07/09/2025

🎉🔱 Big congratulations to : ASU recently announced that it is opening the Knight Center for the Future of News, a national hub to reimagine journalism and rebuild trust in the media.

Backed by a $10.5 million grant from the Knight Foundation — Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication's largest single gift ever — the center will tackle the most pressing challenges facing journalism today. Get the scoop:

Arizona State University’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication is launching the Knight Center for the Future of News — a transformative new initiative designed to reimagine journalism in the U.S. and build a stronger, more trusted and financially sustainable news ecosyste...

07/07/2025

Since the 1970s, U.S. obesity rates have more than tripled. Today, nearly 60% of the calories in the American diet come from ultra-processed foods — the highest rate in the world.

But public health researchers say one of the biggest barriers to reversing this trend isn’t just the food, it’s the belief that obesity is an individual failure rather than a systemic issue (Issues in Science and Technology).

A new class of medications that people are taking to control their weight could help change how we think about obesity.

07/03/2025

ICYMI: Last week, leaders from the U.S. and Mexico came together at ASU to explore the future of the semiconductor ecosystem — from investment and workforce development to supply chain resilience.

Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs joined the event virtually, emphasizing that while Arizona is leading the way in reshoring this critical industry, its success depends on strong collaboration between industry, academia and government.

For a full recap of the conversation, visit here:

Public- and private-sector leaders from the U.S. and Mexico gathered at Arizona State University on Tuesday to strengthen the surging semiconductor industry that spans both nations.The daylong workshop addressed the semiconductor ecosystem, including investment, workforce development and supply chai...

07/01/2025

An NIH policy change — which has since been challenged in the courts — could reshape how university research is funded nationwide.

At an ASU event hosted by the Consortium for Science, Policy & Outcomes, economist Bhaven Sampat shared data from 350+ institutions and explored how changes to indirect cost recovery could reshape university research funding. Learn more ➡️: https://ow.ly/APEV50Wgte9