College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics

The College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics is committed to the success of our students, the pursuit of knowledge through fundamental and applied research, and continued engagement in community and professional service.

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Featured News

Professor Edgar Bering Receives Statewide Physics Education Award

Honored by Texas Section of the American Association of Physics Teachers for decades of impact on teaching and student success.
Biology and Biochemistry Chair Named Associate Editor of Cancer Research Journal

Dr. Shaun Zhang represents the University of Houston and NSM on an international stage in the fight against cancer.
UH Biology Student Awarded Prestigious Barry Goldwater Scholarship

Brandon Than recognized for groundbreaking research in cancer immunotherapy.
Featured Video: General Motors New Teacher Academy

The program provides support and professional development to recent STEM graduates who have been teaching for up to three years.

Awards & Achievements

UH Physicists Hit Major Milestone in Advancing Superconductor Applications

Two NSM physicists uncover breakthrough studying ambient-pressure and high-temperature superconductivity.
White House Recognizes UH’s Donna Stokes for Excellence in STEM Mentoring

Veteran physics prof joins exclusive class of educators, innovators.
UH’s STEM RISE Program Recognized with Insight into Diversity Magazine’s 2024 Inspiring Programs in STEM Award

Award recognizes programs that support recruitment and retention of underrepresented students into STEM fields.
Seeking Answers about the State of Matter

Ph.D. student Caleb Broodo is analyzing high-energy particle collisions at Brookhaven National Lab.

Research & Reports

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6Departments
5,206Undergraduate Students
901Graduate Students
21Undergraduate Degree Options
21Master’s/Ph.D. Options
$31 MILResearch Expenditures