A new study by researchers from the University of Texas at Austin found that text messages containing emojis are perceived as more emotionally responsive than those using words alone.

Texas astronomers are part of the effort to construct the Giant Magellan Telescope – an effort that will bring a new level of clarity to images of far-flung galaxies.

Inspired by how nature blends toughness and flexibility, researchers at The University of Texas at Austin have developed a fast, precise new 3D printing method that seamlessly merges soft and hard properties into a single object using different colors of light.

The Austin area is well suited to keep growing its defense and aerospace industry as the region has a good foundation of both a premier research university in the University of Texas and is the home to the Army Futures Command.

In a study published in the Cell Press journal Device, scientists introduced a wireless, temporary electronic forehead tattoo that monitors brainwaves to objectively measure mental workload.

A study published May 29 in Device unveils a wireless forehead e-tattoo that decodes brainwaves to measure mental strain. This technology may help track the mental workload of workers like air traffic controllers, surgeons, truck drivers and more.

Engagement with digital technology was associated with a 58 percent reduced risk of cognitive impairment in people middle-aged and older, according to a study conducted by UT researchers.

Abundant, low-cost, clean energy — the envisioned result if scientists and engineers can successfully produce a reliable method of generating and sustaining fusion energy — took one step closer to reality, as a team of researchers from The University of Texas at Austin, Los Alamos National Laboratory and Type One Energy Group solved a longstanding problem in the field.

At the University of Texas, students and faculty are collaborating on a hands-on project to explore scalable and affordable housing solutions by building and researching a modular housing unit donated by ROKiT Homes and philanthropist John Paul DeJoria.

A more efficient and environmentally friendly approach to extracting rare earth elements that power everything from electric vehicle batteries to smartphones could increase domestic supply and decrease reliance on costly imports.