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Stephen T. Zamora's efforts to increase understanding about Mexican law have earned him Mexico’s highest award.
The University of Houston has a significant impact on the economic vitality of Houston and beyond. Each year, thousands of talented UH graduates invest their knowledge and skills in Houston through jobs with area businesses, institutions, and nonprofit agencies. Students and faculty regularly make groundbreaking discoveries in medical research, technology, public safety, and more. And for many members of Houston’s business community, the University provides valuable professional development opportunities in a wide range of disciplines.
A University of Houston research team is working on recreating and enhancing a technological effect, which, if successful, could result in better prosthetic movements and also provide instant electrical power for soldiers and others through the simple act of walking.
Nothing can fully prepare family or friends when they learn that a young loved one has tried to commit suicide. The efforts of a University of Houston researcher, however, might help parents, peers and counselors intervene before such an attempt is even made.
Julia Wellner is looking forward to her two-month-long, taxpayer-funded cruise, but there won’t be any poolside lounging, spa visits or blackjack tables.
The University of Houston has received a grant of up to $2.4 million to improve teacher education in math and science after a competition that included submissions from more than 50 universities.
December in Houston is usually marked by falling leaves and dropping temperatures. It’s also the month when Houstonians can observe bold new works by a collection of rising art stars during one of the city’s most anticipated exhibitions.
