While many animals walk on the balls of their feet, humans use a heel-first stride. UA researcher James Webber suggests that this gives humans the advantage of longer "virtual limbs." Ancient hominins practiced heel-to-toe walking as early as 3.6 million years ago.
John Allen has developed novel methodologies for identifying underlying causes and potential treatments for clinical depression, earning him the prestigious Humboldt Research Award.
El Independiente is a community-oriented publication out of the School of Journalism, whose students work as an editorial staff to create a bilingual print and online magazine.
A group of 22 technology experts, business leaders and entrepreneurs offers its time and expertise to help refine UA inventions and develop startup strategies and teams.