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Houston Nonprofits Gain Valuable Resources Thanks to Work of UH Students
Public policy, public administration and economics students work as consultants during the summer internship course, Social Economy and Enterprise Academy. It is organized by the Hobby School of Public Affairs and the Department of Economics.
Unlocking the Power of Molecular Crystals: A Possible Solution to Nuclear Waste
A team of University of Houston researchers has an innovative solution for nuclear waste management: molecular crystals capable of capturing iodine — one of the most common radioactive fission products. The versatile crystals could be used for nuclear waste management and other energy-related applications and move the world closer to a net-zero future.
UH Represented at Inaugural Alliance of Hispanic Serving Research Universities Conference
UH faculty and staff participated in the inaugural Alliance of Hispanic Serving Research Universities (HSRU) Conference on Supporting Hispanic Women in Physical Sciences and Engineering
Examining When to Get Off Meds for Multiple Sclerosis
University of Houston College of Pharmacy researchers are evaluating when older patients with multiple sclerosis should stop taking their medications. It is the first study to evaluate both the safety and effectiveness of stopping meds in older adults with MS who may have reduced need for them.
Researchers Find Lost Maya City in Mexican Jungle
In the ongoing quest to unearth the world’s hidden mysteries, University of Houston researchers and archaeology partners have discovered a lost Maya city deep in the jungles of Campeche, on the Yucatan Peninsula, in Mexico.
UH's Fulbright and Gilman Scholars Embark on Academic Adventures
Cougars are taking their talents far beyond UH’s classrooms and labs. They’re exploring new countries in search of knowledge and sharing what they’ve learned at the University. These global learning opportunities are made possible by the U.S. Fulbright Program and Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program.
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