April 22: Ayanna Thompson, author of new book, Blackface

This important book explains what blackface is, why it occurred, and its 21st-century legacies. Blackface examines that history and provides hope for a future with new performance paradigms. Join us April 22 for a discussion with the author.

Recap: Measuring impact using the Sustainable Development Goals framework

  On Wednesday, March 24, Project Cities Program Manager Steve Russell was joined by Dr. Gregory Broberg, community partners Tracie Hlavinka (Town of Clarkdale) and Jay Davies (City of Peoria),

Virtual 2-day workshop on public interest technology draws attendees from five continents

The workshop for the U.S. Agency for International Development explored synergies in the application of technology to the advancement of human well-being. More than 140 people attended across four sessions over two days.

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First detailed look at crucial enzyme advances cancer research

In order to develop more effective drugs against a range of cancers, researchers have been investigating the molecular structure of many diseased-linked enzymes in the body. An intriguing case in

Mayo Clinic and ASU MedTech Accelerator boosts health startups

The partnership propels a new cohort of next-generation medical technology and service startups forward with one-of-a-kind tools and resources.

ASU contributes to Global Alliance for Equity in Leadership report

A new report, What Will It Take: Equality In Leadership By 2030, outlines 10 action plans that articulate the practical actions Government, Universities and Industry must take to close the leadership gender gap.

Peoria Planning and Zoning Commission offers key insights on student project

On Thursday, March 18, 2021, PC faculty and students convened with the City of Peoria’s Planning and Zoning Commission to discuss one of the spring 2021 student projects. Project Cities

Deadline extended: Global Futures Research Accelerator

The Global Futures Research Accelerator empowers the Scientists and Scholars network to develop an ASU research enterprise strategy to increase competitiveness, funding success, partnerships and societal impact. Apply by May 17.

Apply by July 30: Global Futures Research Accelerator

The Global Futures Research Accelerator empowers the Scientists and Scholars network to develop an ASU research enterprise strategy to increase competitiveness, funding success, partnerships and societal impact. Apply by July 30.

April 7: Solve Climate by 2030 event

Solve Climate by 2030 is a nationwide effort to spark Earth Month conversations on the challenge of rapid decarbonization across the country. Join us for a discussion on the ambitious, yet feasible actions that will spur a just, green recovery in Arizona.

Make a difference for local plants and pollinators

Read the ASU Now story As part of the citizen scientist initiative taking place throughout April, we will be hosting a welcome webinar on Thursday, April 1, at 9:00 a.m.

Innovating organic agriculture

The Organic Food Production Act (OFPA) of 1990 celebrated its 30th birthday last November, and it has stood the test of time. The organic industry has grown to over $55 billion each year, with 16,585 organic farms in the U.S. Additionally, each year more American consumers purchase organic food, with health as a primary motive. In 2020, 82% of U.S. families had purchased organic food at least once in the year. While the organic industry has changed, the original law has not; the OFPA has remained unamended in the thirty years since it was passed.