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.
Intel to invest $20B in Arizona expansion, add 3,000 jobs
Intel Corp. announced plans to invest $20 billion to build two new semiconductor factories at its Chandler Campus. "Intel is proud to expand our U.S. manufacturing presence with two new factories in Arizona," said Keyvan Esfarjani, Intel senior Vice President in manufacturing and operations.
Arizona Town Hall Meeting on COVID-19 Vaccine Safety
Scientists at Arizona State University and University of Arizona have joined a national effort to educate the general public about COVID-19 vaccination. Leading Arizona's discussions will be: Felicia Goodrum, PhD, University of Arizona College of Medicine James Alwine, PhD, University of Arizona Grant McFadden, PhD, director, Biodesign Center for Immunotherapy, Vaccines and Virotherapy Brenda Hogue, PhD, Biodesign Center for Immunotherapy, Vaccines and...
Cities of Light: A Collection of Solar Futures
A new book of science fiction, art, and essays from the Center for Science and the Imagination and Center for Energy & Society at Arizona State University explores how solar energy will transform the future of cities and the people who inhabit them. A webinar inspired by the book will be held Friday, April 2.
Food Systems career panel on April 2
Wondering what you can do with a Sustainable Food Systems degree? Join the ASU Swette Center for Sustainable Food Systems for our first career panel on Friday, April 2nd, from 1-2pm AZ via Zoom.
Variances in critical protein may guide fate of those infected with SARS CoV-2
Of the many perplexing questions surrounding SARS CoV-2, a mysterious new pathogen that has killed an estimated 2.6 million people worldwide, perhaps the most insistent is this: why does the illness
Tech company plans to develop lab at ASU Polytechnic in Mesa
Mechnano, a nanotechnology company located in the Polytechnic Innovation Zone, announced plans to develop a lab at the Arizona State University Polytechnic campus in Mesa.
ASU will lead effort to upskill, resell workforce through $8M grant
The U.S. Department of Labor has awarded Arizona State University an $8 million grant to lead an innovative workforce development partnership to help train workers for high-paying, high-demand jobs in
Laser Marking Technologies opens facility in Arizona
Laser Marking Technologies opened a new facility in Chandler, AZ to support, service, and develop customer relationships in the southwestern U.S..
Cattle ranching and conservation
“Growing up, we were always told that if you take care of the land, the land will take care of you,” said Frank Krentz, an Arizona cattle rancher. This statement rang true throughout our conversation with Frank while our class learned more about his role in conservation efforts on his family’s ranch and other ranches in Arizona.
Cigna Medical Group joins SkySong community
SkySong, The ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center announced the Cigna Medical Group (CMG) is opening a new, innovative health care center in SkySong 4, located in Scottsdale.
April 8-9: ASU Diversity and Inclusion Conference
ASU Staff Council sponsors the 1st Annual Conference on Diversity and Inclusion at the university to provide a venue for exchange of innovative ideas and facilitate action.