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Last update: 4 hours agoHuman MRI Breakthrough at ASU: ASU has switched on its first MRI system approved for human scanning, opening doors for new studies of brain function, aging, and disease. Semiconductor Collaboration: ASU also joins Applied Materials’ EPIC Center as an inaugural university research partner, aiming to speed next-gen chip equipment innovation. Water + Tech Tension: Amarillo residents report water bills jumping after “smart” meters and a new billing system—another warning sign as data centers chase more power and water. Arizona Education Fight: The Arizona Auditor General says the state’s school voucher program isn’t auditing transactions well enough, while officials dispute the findings. Public Health Watch: Nevada health experts are monitoring the hantavirus outbreak as CDC tracks dozens of patients nationwide, including in Arizona. Local Jobs Push: Pima County is hosting a May 19 career fair connecting job seekers to dozens of public employers. Plant Science for Drought: Researchers report a newly identified bean-root cell type that helps seedlings survive hot, dry, nutrient-poor soil.
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