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A surprisingly soft mineral may control how Earth recycles rocks

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Knowing this is important for understanding what happens to slabs of rock as they sink into the Earth, which in turn teaches us about how and why earthquakes and volcanoes happen on the surface.

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March 8, 2022

‘Walking in Beauty’

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Arts and sciences combine in the creation of a community-based mural reflecting the hard sciences and human nature of art.

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April 22, 2021

Explore UMFA’s ‘Black Refractions’ from home

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This month’s exhibition-related programs are all available free online.

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March 8, 2021

Mysterious magnetic fossils offer past climate clues

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New method preserves these rare samples for scientific analysis

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January 27, 2021

Taking greenhouse gas analysis on the road, er, rails

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One train-mounted air quality sensor can cover the same area as 30 stationary sensors.

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December 17, 2020

Air pollution spikes reduce test scores

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More frequent peak air pollution exposure was associated with reduced math and English language arts test scores for third graders in all primary public schools in Salt Lake County.

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November 23, 2020

Science reveals secrets of a mummy’s portrait

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Scientific analysis of an ancient portrait pigment reveals long-lost artistic details.

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November 20, 2020

U partners with Taiwan universities for dual degree program

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The agreement allows students studying geology or atmospheric science to concurrently earn degrees.

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November 10, 2020

Revolutionizing science classrooms

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Graduates of the U’s Master of Science for Secondary School Teachers program engage in intensive research to bring authentic science experiences to their students.

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September 24, 2020

How U alumni helped invent the catalytic converter

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The catalytic converter, which removes toxic gases from car exhaust, owes its invention partly to U alumni working at Corning Incorporated in the 1970s.

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September 21, 2020

Insights into climate change during origin of dinosaurs

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An international team reveals discoveries about an unusual time called the ‘Carnian Pluvial Episode.’

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July 10, 2020

Humans of the U: Michelle Tuitupou

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“It’s not just planning out their classes, it’s helping them find their path.”

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June 5, 2020

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