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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 10, 2026

University of Houston Physicists Break Superconductivity Temperature Record

Researchers from the Texas Center for Superconductivity (TcSUH) and the department of physics at the University of Houston have broken the temperature record for superconductivity at ambient pressure — a breakthrough that could eventually lead to more efficient ways to generate, transmit and store energy.

March 9, 2026

UH Researcher Disputes Claim that Multilingualism Promotes Better Brain Aging 

Not so fast: A University of Houston professor of psychology is disputing a high-profile study claiming that people who live in multilingual countries show healthier brain aging, claiming instead that wealthy countries, with the best healthcare systems, offer longer life expectancies.

March 5, 2026

Renowned UH Psychology Professor Receives Big 12 Faculty of the Year Award

Elena Grigorenko, the Hugh Roy and Lillie Cranz Cullen Distinguished Professor of Psychology at the University of Houston, has received the Big 12 Faculty of the Year Award, a prestigious honor recognizing one standout scholar from each conference institution.

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.

Around Campus

March 9, 2026

Celebrating Legal Honors

March 6, 2026

Dining Services Goes Texan

March 2, 2026

Plauché Earns IDA Honor

February 25, 2026

Tam Elected Fellow

Upcoming Events

Date Time Event Name   Location
Wednesday, March 11 11 a.m. - Noon Coffee With a Cop  

Student Center South
Wednesday, March 11 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. How to Communicate Effectively  

Online
Wednesday, March 11 1 - 2 p.m. Coping During Financially Stressful Times  

Online
Wednesday, March 11 5 - 7 p.m. 2026 Billboard Bash  

University Arts District The Billboard in the University Arts District
Thursday, Mar. 12 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Dean's Guest Lecture: Doug Woodham    Dudley Recital Hall
Friday, March 13 9 -10:30 a.m. Data + Donuts: Pi Day   MD Anderson Library Digital Research Commons Room 266-C
Friday, March 13 Noon - 5 p.m. Exploring Cultural Identity Through Vessel Figures    Blaffer Art Museum

See the full calendar for a complete list of events.

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