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Read the latest news from the College of Natural Sciences at The University of Texas at Austin
Rooted in Nature: A Bio-Inspired Strategy Using Bacteria to Enhance Plant Fitness
A biologist takes inspiration from fungus-growing ants in his research with microbes that grow on roots in soil.
Visualizing Science Contest Winners for 2026 Span Disciplines
Top-prize image highlights a vital player in the central nervous system.
A Night at the Telescope
The Harlan J. Smith Scholars program involves astronomy undergraduates in observing on a major telescope.
Microplastics in the Sand: Beach Combing Goes High Tech
A UT chemist says it is now time to develop tests for microplastics, similar to tests for other toxic threats.
UT Undergrad Uncovers Country-Specific Factors Linked to Improved Cancer Outcomes
UT biochemistry major Milit Patel collaborated with researchers at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center on research published in a top cancer journal.
Department of Computer Science
Adaptive Anatomy: 3D Models That Fit Every Form
UT computer scientists are leading a new effort to improve the way AI represents structures of animals and humans.
UT News
Get To Know 5 UT Researchers Leading the Charge Against Dementia
University of Texas at Austin faculty are conducting innovative studies to better understand Alzheimer’s and related diseases.
Biochemistry Major Tu-Quyen Dao is Integrating AI Into Healthcare
Tu-Quyen Dao, a senior biochemistry student, is studying how AI can be applied to improve healthcare.
UT News
Tackling Dementia From Every Angle
The next breakthroughs in the prevention, treatment or cure of Alzheimer’s and dementia lie with UT experts.
Texas Global
Passport to Possibility: Inspiring Global Careers
Jennifer Fritz offers science students culturally immersive experiences combining academic rigor with the numerous benefits of studying in a different country.
