Research

Shining light into the deep inner workings of Alzheimer’s

February 10, 2021

New insights into the biological and chemical signs of Alzheimer’s disease raise hope of revealing its causes and pointing the way to effective treatment.

Imaginative solutions lead the way at ASU Innovation Open

February 9, 2021

Student innovators representing seven startup ventures took home $340,000 in winnings to help advance their entrepreneurial ambitions at the 2021 ASU Innovation Open.

ASU launches tribal coordination center to battle COVID-19

February 8, 2021

New ASU engineering research and outreach seeks to equip Native American authorities with data tools to better manage COVID-19.

The Backus commitment

January 28, 2021

Chuck and Judy Backus are etched into ASU’s Polytechnic campus history for leading the way to its opening 25 years ago and today establishing an endowment to help students succeed there.

Using sapphire for biosensing: A new way to shape the gemstone

January 27, 2021

ASU researchers create a scalable manufacturing process and demonstrate the first sapphire-supported nanopore membrane for high-performance biosensing.

ASU Engineering ranks in the U.S. News’ Top 10 Best Online Programs

January 26, 2021

Innovative technology and award-winning faculty land the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at #10 among online graduate engineering programs nationwide.

Behaving like animals

January 25, 2021

Research from ASU's IDEAlab draws inspiration from biology, and specifically the operation of animal motor neurons and muscle fibers, to advance soft robotics.

Mothers of children with autism have different metabolite levels

January 13, 2021

Research shows blood sample analysis of potential mothers could help predict whether they are at a higher risk of having a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

For the community, by the community: Grand Challenges Scholars Program network prepares for a more collaborative future

December 31, 2020

ASU is working with other GCSP network members to lead the transition to a new community consortium leadership structure and expand opportunities.

Jet industry leader gifts aviation scholarship to ASU engineering

December 22, 2020

ASU alumnus Justin Firestone and his wife Natalie look forward to supporting and inspiring an aviation student through the Justin and Natalie Firestone Scholarship for Entrepreneurship in Aviation.

Outdoor solar testing may be IoT for photovoltaics

December 4, 2020

Arizona State University researchers developed a new system for measuring solar performance over the long term in scalable photovoltaic systems, representing a breakthrough in the cost and longevity of interconnected power delivery.

New scholarship honors veteran and dedicated air traffic controller

December 3, 2020

The John and Mary Hoffmann Memorial Endowed Scholarship will support an air traffic management student while honoring the memory of John and his dedication to the aviation industry.

Revolutionizing materials science with use-inspired AI research

December 1, 2020

Associate Professor Yang Jiao and Assistant Professor Yi "Max" Ren are pioneering a new field of materials science involving artificial intelligence.

Cold storage is crucial to COVID-19 vaccine distribution

November 30, 2020

ASU Associate Professor Kristen Parrish discusses practical aspects of ensuring that vaccine doses stay cold and effective.

Reaching for meaningful mind-body connections

November 24, 2020

A new functional reaching task developed by ASU researchers can help understand older adults' cognitive abilities and predict future decline in aging brains.

New engineering program supports a sustainable energy future

November 17, 2020

ASU’s new multidisciplinary master’s degree prepares engineers to “speak different languages” and shape the future of the energy industry.

Algae engineering: stepping stone to sustainable solutions

November 5, 2020

A Fulton Schools research center explores uses of biochemicals produced by algae to provide clean energy, treat wastewater and restore environmental health.

ASU engineering begins major industry collaboration

October 29, 2020

Semiconductor industry giant Applied Materials is supporting five years of new research with ASU's Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering.