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At UT Austin, researchers from science, engineering, humanities and the arts turn bold ideas and questions into cutting-edge breakthroughs and discoveries that shape society’s understanding of the world.

July 29, 2025

UT Expands Research on AI Accuracy and Reliability to Support Breakthroughs in Science, Technology and the Workforce

A National Science Foundation artificial intelligence institute based at The University of Texas at Austin will receive continued funding for research that will improve the accuracy and reliability of AI models and lead to new drug development and improvements in clinical diagnoses.

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July 29, 2025
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UT Expands Research on AI Accuracy and Reliability to Support Breakthroughs in Science, Technology and the Workforce

A National Science Foundation artificial intelligence institute based at The University of Texas at Austin will receive continued funding for research that will improve the accuracy and reliability of AI models and lead to new drug development and improvements in clinical diagnoses.

July 15, 2025
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Stay Hydrated: New Sensor Knows When You Need a Drink

As Texas faces another intense summer, dehydration remains a serious but hard-to-monitor risk. Researchers at The University of Texas at Austin have developed a noninvasive, wearable sensor that continuously tracks hydration levels, aiming to protect people like athletes, firefighters, and everyday workers.

July 15, 2025
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3D Printing Breakthrough Paves Way for Next-Gen Medical Devices and Stretchable Electronics

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.

July 8, 2025
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New Cohort Announced for 2025–26 Research Leaders Academy

This fall, the Office of the Vice President for Research, Scholarship and Creative Endeavors welcomes the 2025-2026 cohort of the Research Leaders Academy.
May 29, 2025
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Stressed or Bored at Work? New Electronic Tattoo Can Help

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.

May 1, 2025
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Engineering Affordable Housing

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.