Coming soon: A revamped Arizona Bioscience News / Flinn Foundation
The Flinn Foundation will be introducing a new-look Arizona Bioscience News next month. Today’s edition will be the final one using this long-established format. Thank you for your current and continued support. We will see you in October.
Banner Alzheimer’s Institute CEO steps down after 20 years to lead high-stakes clinical study / Phoenix Business Journal
Dr. Eric Reiman, a pioneer in brain imaging and neuroscientific research, is stepping down from his role as founding CEO of Banner Alzheimer’s Institute. He will continue with independent research and as chair of the Flinn Foundation Board of Directors.
New Yuma soil health lab aims to help desert farmers / AZ Family
The Desert Agriculture Soil Health Initiative has established a laboratory at the University of Arizona Yuma Agricultural Center to focus on analyzing the chemical, biological, and physical indicators of soil health and improve collaboration with local growers.
ASU joins White House initiative aiming to increase education for advanced manufacturing / KJZZ
The Trump administration has announced it’s partnering with eight universities, including Arizona State University, to onshore advanced manufacturing and increase the workforce.
National Academy of Engineering honors ASU’s Panchanathan with prestigious award / Phoenix Business Journal
Sethuraman Panchanathan, University Professor of Technology and Innovation at Arizona State University and the former director of the National Science Foundation, is the recipient of the 2026 Arthur M. Bueche Award for his involvement in U.S. science and technology policy, promoting technological development, and enhancing the relationship between industries, government and universities.
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Thursday, Dec. 10: AZBio Trailblazers Awards
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