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  Hispanics/Latinos Underrepresented in Alzheimer’s Disease Research

  The largest ethnic minority in the U.S., at 18% of the population, Hispanics/Latinos are 50% more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease than non-Hispanic whites, yet they comprise less than 1% of clinical trials for Alzheimer’s. A University of Houston researcher is set on changing that, by increasing health literacy among Hispanics/Latinos and closing the health disparity gap.

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  Kirk Watson Named Founding Dean of Hobby School of Public Affairs

  Texas Sen. Kirk Watson has been named founding dean of the University of Houston Hobby School of Public Affairs.

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  Study: Inequality Between Men and Women Dramatic In Houston-Area

  Significant inequality between men and women exists in the Houston-area, according to a new study by the University of Houston Institute for Research on Women, Gender & Sexuality (IRWGS). The study reveals that women are almost 50% more likely to live in poverty than men and the wage gap for men and women by race and ethnicity is considerably greater here than nationally.

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  UH Adaptive Athletics Hosts 2020 Cougar Open

  Adaptive Athletics at the University of Houston is hosting its fifth Cougar Open Wheelchair Tennis Tournament Friday, Feb. 21- Sunday, Feb. 23 at the Memorial Park Tennis Center. This year, 88 players from 15 countries, including former Paralympic medalists, will compete in professional and recreational divisions for a $14,000 prize purse.

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  Visiting Scholar Brings Expertise on Brazilian Literature, Film, and Culture

  The College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences is pleased to welcome Visiting Distinguished International Scholar Maria Aparecida Andrade Salgueiro to the World Cultures and Literatures (WCL) program for the Spring 2020 semester.

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  Beethoven at 250: UH Joins the World in Celebration

  The University of Houston is uniting with symphonies and other musical organizations from around the world to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the birth of Ludwig van Beethoven — one of the most revered figures in the history of Western music. Beethoven 250 Houston 2020 runs Monday, Feb. 17 through Saturday, Feb. 29 on the UH campus.

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  Two UH Chemists Are Named 2020 Sloan Research Fellows

  Jakoah Brgoch and Judy Wu, both assistant professors of chemistry working in different fields, are among 126 researchers in eight disciplines- ranging from chemistry to neuroscience, physics and economics- selected for the honor.

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  Four UH Faculty Members Elected to National Academy of Inventors

  The National Academy of Inventors has named four University of Houston faculty members to its 2020 class of NAI Senior Members, who are recognized as rising stars in their fields.

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  University of Houston Ranked as Top Producer of Fulbright U.S. Students

  For the first time in its history, the University of Houston is ranked among the top producing Fulbright institutions in the nation, announced today by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs.

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  Announcing CLASS 2019 Distinguished Faculty Award Recipients

  This year’s College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences recipients are Casey Dué Hackney, Professor and Director of Classical Studies (MCL), Elena L. Grigorenko, Hugh Roy and Lillie Cranz Cullen Distinguished Professor (Psychology), and Nancy Beck Young (History). This award honors senior faculty with internationally recognized bodies of scholarship or creative output.

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  Targeting Chronic Infections and Deadly Bacteria

  University of Houston engineering professor Mehmet Orman is examining the life cycle of stubborn, drug-resistant persister cells in recurrent infections to find a way to destroy them. Scientists believe persister cells cause the recurrence of chronic health issues like airway infections in cystic fibrosis patients, urinary tract infections and tuberculosis.

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  UH Expands Courses, Degree Offerings in Katy, Sugar Land

  In a significant move to expand higher educational offerings across the Houston region, the UH Cullen College of Engineering will offer three new undergraduate engineering degrees in Katy and the UH Bauer College of Business will offer upper division classes at UH at Sugar Land.

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  Health

  UH Health is the platform to integrate the university’s mission and values focused on identifying and responding to the economic, social and cultural issues affecting health in Houston, Texas, and beyond.

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  Arts

  UH Arts provide students the fuel to awaken the imagination and contribute real art to the real world. Read how students use their experiences and thoughts to ignite the imagination.

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  Athletics

  UH Athletics is driving sportsmanship to new levels by preparing student-athletes to be champions for life. Read about how student-athletes are achieving success in academics and athletics.

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  Energy

  UH Energy performs innovative research to address emerging needs in the hydrocarbons, renewables and sustainability energy sectors. Read about how UH energy fuels the industry.

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  Student Success

  UH students have access to comprehensive higher education programs and countless resources providing the tools for success. Read about how students are thriving at the University of Houston.

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  Third Ward

  As a good neighbor and university dedicated to civic engagement, we will partner and collaborate with the Third Ward to transform its schools, businesses, and healthcare resources. We celebrate the culture and history of our shared community.