News: Public Health
Read the latest news from the College of Natural Sciences at The University of Texas at Austin
Jekyll and Hyde Bacteria
What do you do when the bacteria you study that's deadly in the real world acts all mild and gentle in the lab?
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The Case of the Missing Folate
Richard Finnell studies the genetic underpinnings of neural tube defects such as spina bifida.
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6 Tips for Staying Sharp
Experts at UT Austin share what science says about how students can stay sharp during busy times.
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Three Natural Sciences Faculty Selected to Receive President's Associates Teaching Excellence Awards
The award recognizes faculty members who have achieved a consistent level of excellence in teaching undergraduate students.
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