News: Accolades
Read the latest news from the College of Natural Sciences at The University of Texas at Austin
Kimberly Boddy Named a Sloan Research Fellow
The two-year fellowships are awarded annually to early-career researchers seen as emerging leaders in their fields.
Two UT Austin Faculty Members Selected as 2026 Cottrell Scholars
William Gilpin in physics and Devleena Samanta in chemistry each were selected for the honor.
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Ken McMillan Among Longhorns Newly Elected to the National Academy of Engineering
UT computer scientist Ken McMillan has been elected to the prestigious National Academy of Engineering.
Tanya Paull Selected as Fellow of American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
The professor of molecular biosciences at The University of Texas at Austin was one of 16 new fellows named.
Computer Scientist Kristen Grauman Wins Hill Prize in Artificial Intelligence
The Texas Academy of Medicine, Engineering, Science & Technology and Lyda Hill Philanthropies support the awards.
Allan MacDonald Wins Frontiers of Knowledge Award
The UT Austin physicist was one of two scientists to win the international prize in the category of basic sciences.
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UT Textiles & Apparel Students Finalists in National Retail Federation Foundation 2026 University Challenge
The team of four undergraduate students took home second place after presenting their business plan to a team of retail executives.
5 Questions for Vernita Gordon
The winner of a Regents’ Outstanding Teaching Award highlights classroom approaches linked to lasting impact.
Taft Armandroff Elected to Chair Giant Magellan Telescope Board of Directors
With vice chair Brian Schmidt, the McDonald Observatory director will lead the next phase of construction.
Vernita Gordon Receives 2025 Regents Outstanding Teaching Award
The UT System award recognizes extraordinary classroom presence and innovative teaching methods.