Being full of beans might not be such a bad thing. ASU nutritionists say eating a half-cup of beans each day may just keep the doctor away.read more
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Algae fuel makes splash at international show
Two ASU researchers flew to London to share their findings and research on the application of algae-based oils for creating biofuels at the Farnborough International Air Show. read more
Research investigates potential harm from nanomaterials
ASU researchers are exploring the potential risks from the use of nanomaterials in a project supported by a $400,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Energy.read more
NSF Career Award to advance solar energy efforts
An NSF Career Award, presented to assistant professor Jian Li, is providing funding that will advance the research of efficient organic photovoltaic materials.read more
Scientists create new nanotech building blocks
Researchers at ASU's Biodesign Institute are using DNA to make intricate, nano-sized objects, which hold great potential for advancing medical and electronic applications.read more
Microscopic ‘astronauts’ advance germ study
Advancing the research studies of Biodesign's Cheryl Nickerson, some tiny “astronauts” piggybacked onboard the space shuttle Endeavor as part of its STS-123 mission.read more
Researcher's nanodevice could cut airport lines
ASU researcher Wayne Frasch has developed a biosensing nanodevice with the potential to eliminate long lines at the airport while revolutionizing health screenings for life-threating diseases. read more
Tobacco plants may provide virus cure
Armed with a $1.5 million grant, ASU researchers are enlisting tobacco plants in the fight against West Nile virus.read more
Tobacco plants may provide virus cure
Armed with a $1.5 million grant, ASU researchers are enlisting tobacco plants in the fight against West Nile virus.read more
Rodel scholars identify early dropout behaviors
A team of ASU students is providing research that could help reduce Arizona’s dropout rates.read more
