Archive for: research
UT’s New Particle Accelerator Could Democratize Scientific Research
By Andrew Roush
You may only know them from the dentist’s office, but x-rays are pretty important when it comes to research. Used in nearly every scientific discipline, x-ray...
UT Advocates Podcast: Legislative Update
By Andrew Roush
We review the progress of Texas Exes’ advocacy agenda at the Capitol, and discuss what advocates can do to affect its outcome. Daniel Becka is the director...
UT Advocates Podcast: Kay Bailey Hutchison
By Andrew Roush
The former Longhorn cheerleader and veteran of the U.S. Senate discusses her love of UT, the importance of research and diversity, and how alumni can help protect...
UT Advocates Podcast: Priorities in the 83rd Legislature
By Andrew Roush
With a look back at the first two months of the Legislature (and the podcast), we articulate the top policy priorities for UT Advocates. Tim Taliaferro is vice...
From Prototype to Product
By Kelsey McKinney
Dell, Facebook, 3M, Google—with a plethora of tech companies within its city limits, Austin has more than earned its nickname of “Silicon Hills.” Now, with...
TXEXplainer: How Will the Sequester Affect UT?
By Andrew Roush
At the end of the week, massive federal spending cuts could shake up America’s universities (and just about everything else). We look into how buzzwords like...
UT National Medal of Science Winners Reflect on Their Success
By Andrew Roush
Honored by the President, two UT professors reflect on long scientific careers and what keeps them searching for new discoveries. At most universities, having two...
Meet William Berdanier, UT’s Latest Marshall Scholar
By Kelsey McKinney
William Berdanier, a senior majoring in mathematics and physics honors in UT’s Dean’s Scholar’s program, will be heading to the United Kingdom...
UT’s Dana Center Urges Overhaul of Remedial Education
By Rose Cahalan
Half of all U.S. undergraduates and 70 percent of all community college students start college without being academically ready and require remedial courses to...
Hutchison: Higher Education—A Great Investment for Texas
By Kay Bailey Hutchison
A thriving economy depends on a vibrant business culture, and Texas is arguably the best state to do business in the nation. Our low taxes and reasonable approach...
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This Texas Ex Is Singing His Cowboy Songs in Music City
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How a Former Marine Built UT’s National Championship Weightlifting Team
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Two Award-Winning Professors (and One Hollywood Celebrity) Make Science Cool
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The Way Back: Hoop Dreams
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Good Reads Q&A: This Children’s Book Brings Social-Emotional Learning to Life in Technicolor