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University of Houston showcases student artwork across campus
When the summer heat becomes unbearable in Texas, the University of Houston offers an indoor art experience at its Student Centers.
University of Houston develops AI tool for emergency food distribution
University of Houston researchers are working on an AI-powered dashboard designed to aid food pantries in Florida.
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University of Houston engineer leads effort for better ovarian cancer detection
By Houston Daily | Jul 24, 2025
With a $1.2 million grant from the Department of Defense, Tianfu Wu, an associate professor of biomedical engineering at the University of Houston, is leading a research team to advance early detection methods for ovarian cancer.
University of Houston adopts revised Academic Fresh Start law
By Houston Daily | Jul 22, 2025
The University of Houston has become the first public higher education institution in Texas to implement a significant revision to the state's Academic Fresh Start law.
University of Houston mourns passing of former leader Alexander F. Schilt
By Houston Daily | Jul 19, 2025
The University of Houston System is mourning the loss of Alexander F. Schilt, a former chancellor and president whose leadership left a lasting impact on the institution. Dr. Schilt passed away recently.
University of Houston researchers unveil findings on Uranus's internal heat
By Houston Daily | Jul 19, 2025
A study by researchers at the University of Houston has provided new insights into Uranus's energy dynamics, revealing that the planet emits more heat than it receives from the Sun.
Married archaeologists uncover ruler's tomb at ancient Maya site
By Houston Daily | Jul 19, 2025
In 1937, woodcutter Rosa Mai ventured into the dense jungle of the Vaca Plateau in Caracol, Belize.
University of Houston advances in NSF competition with sustainability-focused proposal
By Houston Daily | Jul 18, 2025
The University of Houston (UH) has advanced to the semifinal round in the National Science Foundation's (NSF) Regional Innovation Engines competition.
University of Houston archaeologists uncover tomb of first king of Caracol
By Houston Daily | Jul 16, 2025
Archaeologists from the University of Houston have made a significant discovery at Caracol, Belize.
University of Houston professor advances seismic exploration with innovative technology
By Houston Daily | Jul 15, 2025
Upstream energy companies may soon benefit from advanced technology in identifying oil and gas deposits, thanks to University of Houston Professor Mark Meier.
University engineer develops biodegradable alternative to plastic
By Houston Daily | Jul 8, 2025
In an effort to address the environmental challenges posed by plastic waste, Maksud Rahman, an assistant professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering at the University of Houston, has developed a potential alternative using bacterial cellulose.
University of Houston students innovate in health care Shark Tank-style competition
By Houston Daily | Jul 8, 2025
More than two dozen University of Houston students participated in a Shark Tank-style competition as part of the fifth annual Summer Health Research Program, sponsored by UH's Humana Institute.
University of Houston professor Carlee Purdum recognized as Kavli Fellow
By Houston Daily | Jun 30, 2025
Carlee Purdum, an assistant professor of sociology at the University of Houston, has been named a Kavli Fellow by the National Academy of Sciences.
University of Houston recognized as top value college by The Princeton Review
By Houston Daily | Jun 26, 2025
The University of Houston (UH) has been recognized by The Princeton Review as one of the top value colleges in the United States for 2025, ranking No. 42 among public universities.
UH partners with Special Olympics Texas for free health screenings
By Houston Daily | Jun 24, 2025
University of Houston's Fertitta College of Medicine partnered with Special Olympics Texas to provide free health screenings for athletes with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
University of Houston honors staff at annual awards ceremony
By Houston Daily | Jun 23, 2025
The University of Houston recently honored its staff at the 2025 Staff Council Awards and Scholarship Ceremony.
Multifocal contacts may slow myopia progression: new research findings
By Houston Daily | Jun 17, 2025
Global research reveals that 35% of children worldwide are affected by myopia, a condition requiring glasses for clear distance vision.
University of Houston graduate receives Silver Creator Award from YouTube
By Houston Daily | Jun 11, 2025
Thousands of students graduate from the University of Houston annually, but few can claim a Creator Award from YouTube.
Research links psychological flexibility with reduced risk of eating disorders
By Houston Daily | Jun 10, 2025
University of Houston researchers have published a study examining the relationship between psychological flexibility and eating disorders among women.
Gregory Dudley named new dean for UH's College of Natural Sciences
By Houston Daily | Jun 9, 2025
The University of Houston has announced Gregory Dudley as the new dean for its College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics.