News: Molecular Biosciences
Read the latest news from the College of Natural Sciences at The University of Texas at Austin
Cockrell School of Engineering
New Research Boosts Future Whooping Cough Vaccines
Molecular biosciences faculty contributed to advances that could lead to more effective, longer lasting vaccines.

Three UT Austin Faculty Members Selected to the American Association for the Advancement of Science
Ken Keiler studies basic molecular biology with the aim of developing new antibiotics.

UT News
UT Austin and MD Anderson Launch Joint Initiative to Advance Breakthroughs in Cancer Research
Interdisciplinary research teams involve UT Austin faculty in the life sciences, computer science and chemistry.

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.

Cockrell School of Engineering
Pharmacoengineering Program Enables Advanced Drug Development and Delivery
Graduate students at The University of Texas at Austin have a new opportunity to revolutionize how medicines are developed and delivered.

Research Identifies Key Antibodies for Development of Broadly Protective Norovirus Vaccine
Discovery brings us one step closer to vaccine and treatment for prevalent virus.

Andreas Matouschek Named Interim Dean as David Vanden Bout Steps in at Provost’s Office
Matouschek, previously associate dean for research and facilities, will lead the College of Natural Sciences.

NSF Grant Establishes Center to Develop Self-Replicating Materials
These non-living materials will have capabilities including self-healing, adaptation, growth and programmability.

Researchers Find Hidden Link Between Plants’ Growth and Immunity
A new study shows how plants balance growth and defense, offering insights for stronger, more resilient crops.

UT Vaccine Scientist Will Be Inducted Into National Inventors Hall of Fame
McLellan, who will be inducted in Washington, D.C. on May 8, is among the youngest new inductees in hall of fame history.
