News: Class of 2026
Read the latest news from the College of Natural Sciences at The University of Texas at Austin
Publishing in a Leading Journal as Undergraduates
Three undergraduate researchers published with a team in Nature, shedding new light on a microbe and its host.
From Introvert to Innovator
A biotech startup. A big journal publication. Research lab friendships. This Texas Science grad fit it all in.
Department of Mathematics
UT Austin Student Team Wins 2026 Spencer-RIMS Risk Management Challenge
UT students won top honors at an actuarial math global competition beating more than 50 other teams.
Natural Sciences Students and Faculty Win UT Co-Op Awards
Outstanding undergraduates, graduate students and faculty were honored for achievements in research, teaching and mentoring.
Meet Graduate of Distinction and Biology Researcher Halimot Badmus
One of more than 180 graduates of distinction, she has researched all four years and seeks clues for new antibiotics.
NSF Awards Graduate Research Fellowships to 30 from Natural Sciences
Dozens of UT students have received prestigious fellowships from the National Science Foundation.
Nobel Laureate and Immunotherapy Pioneer to Speak to 2026 Graduates
Ceremony goers will meet one of the world’s most renowned scientists, UT alum Jim Allison (B.A. ’69, Ph.D. ’73).
College of Natural Sciences Celebrates the 2026 Dean’s Honored Graduates
Meet the 32 graduating seniors being recognized for their excellence in research, academics, leadership and service to the community.
5 Questions with Public Health Senior Ammad Hasan
The Class of 2026 graduate works to boost heart health, with a legacy that will endure on the Forty Acres.
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Hats Off to Biology Major Jack Maddox
The distinguished scholar and beloved Bevo Hat Guy reflects and prepares to turn a new page as a graduating senior.