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Scientists discover ocean 'surface slicks' are nurseries for diverse fishesThe open ocean is a harsh place for newborn fishes. From the minute larvae hatch from their eggs, their survival depends upon finding food and navigating ocean currents to their adult habitats — all while avoiding predators. This harrowing journey from egg to home… |
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Coach learns the importance of being a global citizen in sportsEditor's note: This story is part of a series of profiles of notable spring 2022 graduates. During her senior year in… |
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Confusion complicates US recycling effortsIn most major cities and buildings, recycling bins can often be found alongside trash bins in an effort to encourage recycling. But is it working? According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the solid waste generated in the U.S. in 2018 was 292… |
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Helping shape the future of ocean scienceLekelia “Kiki” Jenkins has always loved nature. She grew up on the East Coast and spent her summers fishing and crabbing in the Chesapeake Bay. That passion led her to a career in ocean studies and… |
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College of Global Futures welcomes new leaders, facultyArizona State University’s College of Global Futures has added to its ranks with a variety of experts who will help drive its vision for a vibrant future on a thriving, healthy planet. The new leaders and… |
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Gaining altitude through educationEditor's note: This story is part of a series of profiles of notable fall 2023 graduates. Merrill Magowan… |
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Visualizing the future of ArizonaIn 1968, Apollo 8 astronaut William Anders snapped a photo of the Earth emerging from shadow, its surface marbled with swirling clouds. Subsequently dubbed Earthrise, the photo has been called the most influential environmental photo in history and credited with… |
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Scientists study microorganisms on Earth to gain insight into life on other planetsIn Oman, on the Persian Gulf, there is a large slab of ancient seafloor — including ultramafic rocks from Earth's upper mantle — called the Samail Ophiolite. These unique rocks not only provide valuable information about the ocean floor and Earth’s upper mantle, they may… |
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ASU College of Global Futures hosts student career exploration dayWhether in the corporate world, nonprofit realm or the public sector, "green jobs”… |
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Deep-sea exploration breakthrough to guide future space exploration missionsEditor’s note: This story is featured in the 2021 year in review. Scientists from Arizona State University, who are a part of the… |