Image SWEHSC Members and Trainees Attend the 2025 ISEE/ISES Conference Monday The International Society of Exposure Science (ISES) and the International Society for Environmental Epidemiology (ISEE) held their joint conference from August 17-20, 2025, in Atlanta, Georgia. ISES and ISEE provide opportunities for career development, exchanges of innovative research and ideas, and networking opportunities for exposure scientists and environmental epidemiologists worldwide. This conference featured a women’s networking event, multiple symposia showcasing research, poster sessions, and flash talks to encourage conversation and collaboration. Read more
Image AZBio Awards to honor two U of A faculty members, startup company Sept. 10, 2025 Melissa Herbst-Kralovetz, LifeSpan Digital Health and Dr. Eric Reiman are being recognized by the Arizona Bioindustry Association. Read more
Image Exposure to VOCs in Auto Repair Shops in Tucson, Arizona Sept. 9, 2025 Auto repair shops employ approximately 1% of the U.S. labor force. Workers in this industry are routinely exposed to volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which are gases emitted from certain solids or liquids found in many products and processes. Exposure to VOCs is often associated with irreversible health effects, including asthma, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and cognitive and neurological symptoms. Despite these risks, VOC exposure studies are quite sparse. Read more
Image Air pollution directly linked to increased dementia risk Sept. 4, 2025 A new study suggests a clear link between long-term exposure to air pollution and dementia. Read more
Image Amanda Wilson wins international young scientist award Sept. 2, 2025 Amanda Wilson, PhD, was given an award by the International Society of Exposure Science. Read more
Image Erin Brockovich toxic metal detected in air after LA fires Aug. 28, 2025 LA fires released hexavalent chromium, a known carcinogen, into the air. Read more
Image Building a research database to protect tribal trust Aug. 25, 2025 A public-facing research database highlights collaborations between UA researchers and AZ Tribes. Read more