News: Human Ecology
Read the latest news from the College of Natural Sciences at The University of Texas at Austin
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Ready to Change the World: Dat Duong
Dat Duong, a 2025 graduate from the College of Natural Sciences, made key contributions while studying in the UT School of Human Ecology.
Insider Insights: Meet Double-Majoring Student Shriya Bengre
UT has provided opportunities for pursuing interdisciplinary interests.
Meet Three Exceptional Seniors Among our 2025 Graduates of Distinction
More than 150 top CNS students have been selected and celebrated for their distinctive contributions.
How a Nutrition Class Became One of UT’s Most Popular
The online, synchronous Fundamentals of Nutrition course proves to be as worthwhile as it is engaging for UT undergraduates across all majors and rank years.
Cross-Border University Collaboration Will Expand Research to Advance Precision Medicine
The OriGen Health Research Center will mine a massive biobank of genetic, clinical and epidemiological information to develop customized disease treatments.
Stephen Russell Elected to National Academy of Education
He is director of the School of Human Ecology and a professor of human development and family sciences at UT.
Texas Science Festival-Goers to Enjoy Fusion of Curiosity and Discovery
The University of Texas at Austin will host the science-themed, STEAM-inspired festival from Feb. 21-March 6.
Dell Medical School Mission Critical
New Inroads on a Quiet and Deadly Cancer
A nutritional sciences and Dell Med faculty research collaboration uses metabolism to address pancreatic cancer.
Dell Medical School Mission Critical
Predicting the Unpredictable Regarding Gestational Diabetes
Nutritional sciences and Dell Med faculty leverage science, medical imaging and AI for predicting the condition.
Elections are an Opportunity for Young People and for the People who Care about Them
As ballots are cast, what do younger voters — and their peers and champions — need? A scientist weighs in.
