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October 15, 2025
Featured UT News

New Technology, Data Drive Advancements in Breast Cancer Care

Researchers at The University of Texas at Austin are studying new solutions to detect and treat even the most aggressive forms of breast cancer using data, cutting-edge technologies and collaboration across disciplines.

October 10, 2025
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Space Research at UT: Microbes, Satellites and Deep Space Discoveries

The University of Texas at Austin has long been a leader in space research and exploration, making groundbreaking contributions that continue to shape the future of the final frontier.

October 8, 2025
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Virus Slayer Awarded 'Genius Grant' by MacArthur Foundation

Jason McLellan, a structural biologist at The University of Texas at Austin, has been awarded a MacArthur Fellowship for his work on investigating key proteins that enable viruses to infect our cells and developing new interventions to prevent and treat infectious diseases.

October 1, 2025
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Merging AI, Storytelling and Community for a More Resilient Texas

Planet Texas 2050 researchers are building powerful new tools that use artificial intelligence to combine sensor data, scientific models, and even personal stories from people on the ground.

September 30, 2025
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Study Finds Dietary Changes Quickly Alter Brain Markers Linked to Memory and Inflammation

A new study from researchers at The University of Texas at Austin reveals that following a low-calorie or low-carbohydrate diet can measurably lower levels of brain chemicals that, when too high, are linked to inflammation and memory problems.

September 25, 2025
OVPR

Research Administrators Honored for Making Breakthroughs Possible

Research breakthroughs rely on the dedicated efforts of research administrators who support funding and regulatory processes behind the scenes. To honor their vital contributions, UT Austin held the 2025 Research Administrator Awards on September 23.
September 15, 2025
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4 Tons of Spinach, 3 Professors and 1 Life-Changing Discovery

84 Years Ago This Week, UT Researchers Isolated and Named Folic Acid

August 29, 2025
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Transforming How Scientists Study and Prepare for Natural Disasters

The Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC) is the engine behind DesignSafe, enabling researchers to perform advanced computational research, manage massive datasets, and collaborate across institutions.

August 27, 2025
Austin American-Statesman

Back to school can mean back to asthma, especially in poorer neighborhoods

Back to school can mean back to asthma, especially in poorer neighborhoods

August 21, 2025
The New York Times

How Older People Are Reaping Brain Benefits From New Tech

How Older People Are Reaping Brain Benefits From New Tech