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Students from Jack Yates High School in Houston's Third Ward are researching hypertension, breast cancer, the spleen, and more during an innovation new summer program at the University of Houston. The STEM Research Inquiry Summer…

For years, cancer survivor studies have touted the positives of mind-body interventions such as mediation, yoga, mindfulness, massage therapy, acupuncture, tai chi and qi gong to improve cancer survivors’ mental health, sleep quality,…

Among the most promising anti-cancer treatments in recent years, oncolytic virotherapy (OV) has emerged at the top of the pack of immunotherapy. Oncolytic viruses are those that can kill cancer cells while leaving nearby healthy cells and…

Results from a University of Houston College of Nursing study indicate that 61% of otherwise healthy Black and Hispanic adolescents have low vitamin D levels, that drop even lower with age. The research fills a knowledge gap on groups of…

What is the common thread among mRNA vaccines, genomic drugs, NASA’s mission to the moon and the harnessing of nuclear power? They all have been products of science convergence, where knowledge from multiple scientific disciplines is…

The University of Houston Athletics Department announced Thursday that it has officially launched a comprehensive fundraising campaign centered on competitive excellence in the Big 12 Conference. Titled HOUSTON RISE, the $150 million…

Inside the body, some seemingly harmless proteins have sinister potential. In the case of Alzheimer’s disease, the amyloid-beta (Aβ) protein, which is vital for brain growth, can become tainted and destroy cells, which leads to…

West Texas is known for majestic mountains, spectacular sunsets and vaunted vistas. It’s where the stars at night are big and bright. And nestled in the heart of it all is Marfa, a thriving arts town and the backdrop for one of the…

Researchers at the University of Houston are reporting a first-of-its-kind technology that not only repairs heart muscle cells in mice but also regenerates them following a heart attack, or myocardial infarction as its medically…

Some people are born to be teachers, even if early career choices lead them down other paths first. For professionals working in STEM fields, a new University of Houston program offers a fast track to earn a place at the head of a…