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March 2, 2026

Hope on the Horizon: UH Researchers on the Front Lines of Advancing Dementia Treatment and Prevention

Across 12 of UH’s 16 colleges, more than 100 faculty are working on research tied to brain health — from prevention and early detection to caregiving supports and new therapies — backed by $62.5 million in active grants.

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February 23, 2026

University of Houston Professor Warns of Nerve Stimulation During MRI

A University of Houston engineering professor is warning that implanted cuff electrodes — widely used in therapy for epilepsy, depression and inflammatory disorders — could trigger unintended nerve stimulation for patients undergoing an MRI scan.

February 18, 2026

UH Researcher Joins $3.2 Million Effort to Develop Promising New Breast Cancer Treatment

A University of Houston College of Pharmacy researcher has joined a $3.2 million effort to develop a promising new treatment for triple-negative breast cancer, one of the most aggressive and difficult-to-treat forms of the disease, accounting for 10-15% of all breast cancer cases.

February 12, 2026

UH Professor Finds AI Data Center Cooling Method That Removes Heat 3x Better

A University of Houston professor has taken on the global challenge of reducing the staggering amount of heat generated in artificial intelligence data centers.

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March 5, 2026

UH Engineers Issue Hot Take on Cold-Steel: Finding Hidden Damage Requires Radar, AI

A University of Houston engineer has developed new technology that uses ground-penetrating radar and artificial intelligence to detect damage in materials like studs and joists made of the lightweight steel found in 30% to 35% of nonresidential buildings in the United States.

March 2, 2026

Student Imagination Powers Research and Innovation at UH

UH students aren’t just learning in classrooms, they’re helping advance the future of health care through hands-on research in cancer, diabetes and microbiology planetary protection.

March 2, 2026

Hope on the Horizon: UH Researchers on the Front Lines of Advancing Dementia Treatment and Prevention

Across 12 of UH’s 16 colleges, more than 100 faculty are working on research tied to brain health — from prevention and early detection to caregiving supports and new therapies — backed by $62.5 million in active grants.

March 2, 2026

UH Professor Warns of Dangers of Red-Light Laser Myopia Therapy for Children

As red-light laser therapy gains popularity in Asia for slowing myopia in children, reports of vision damage have emerged, prompting a University of Houston optometry researcher to evaluate the procedure and call for further study before it becomes more widely adopted.

February 26, 2026

UH Leads Texas with Seven Senior Members Named to National Academy of Inventors

Seven University of Houston faculty members have been named Senior Members of the National Academy of Inventors — the most of any Texas institution this year — reinforcing UH’s leadership in research-driven innovation with real-world impact.

February 25, 2026

University of Houston Scientist Helps Rethink Microbial Future of Space Travel

A global team of scientists has identified an often-overlooked biological system — biofilms — as a critical factor in the future of human space exploration.

Around Campus

March 2, 2026

Plauché Earns IDA Honor

February 25, 2026

Tam Elected Fellow

February 20, 2026

Supporting Future Mediators

February 20, 2026

Rodeo Season is in Motion

Upcoming Events

Date Time Event Name   Location
Thursday, March 5 11:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Wellness at Folly   Wilhelmina’s Grove
Thursday, March 5 Noon -1 p.m. UH Research Forum   Online
Friday, March 6 Noon - 1 p.m. Derek Charles Livingston   Dudley Recital Hall
Friday, March 6 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. Creative Exchange   

UH School of Theatre and Dance Lyndall Finley Wortham Theatre
Wednesday, March 11 11 a.m. - Noon Coffee With a Cop  

Student Center South
Thursday, Mar. 12 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Dean's Guest Lecture: Doug Woodham    Dudley Recital Hall

See the full calendar for a complete list of events.

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