Jacob Daane, assistant professor of biology and biochemistry, is spearheading a $1.9 million, five-year research project to explore the genetic mechanisms behind trait evolution and disease resilience in hardy fish species.

Stacey Gorniak, associate professor of health and human performance, received a $1.4 million grant to investigate the interplay of menopause, Type 2 diabetes and sleep apnea in relation to dementia in later life.

FEATURED ARTICLES

Food Safety Team Keeps UH Eateries Up to Code 
UH's Food Safety department, comprised of three dedicated inspectors, ensures the campus community can enjoy dining with confidence. Their commitment to food safety standards across the UH System makes them an invaluable asset to the University.

Texas Voters Weigh Proposed State Constitutional Amendments 
At least half of likely voters will say yes to high-profile issues on the current state ballot, according to a Texas Trends survey from UH and Texas Southern University. Among the issues: Property tax relief, university funding and financing for natural gas electricity-generating plants.

Woodard Earns Prestigious ‘Mastership’ From American College of Physicians 
LeChauncy Woodard, clinical professor at the Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine and founding director of the Humana Integrated Health System Sciences Institute, achieved Mastership in the American College of Physicians. This honor is held by only 1-2% of its 161,000 members.

FEATURED EVENTS

Step UP! Mental Health 
Thursday, Oct. 26 
Learn how to be an active bystander and help others during mental health situations. The information session will be from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 26, in Student Center South, Downtown Room.

UH Music and Dance Performances 
Multiple Dates 
October and November are filled with performances by students at the Kathrine G. McGovern College of the Arts. Visit the arts calendar for event details. 

Check the University calendar for a complete listing of events. 

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• HISD Teachers Say English Language Learners Struggle Under 'One-size-fits-all' Instruction
• Study: Domestic Violence in Houston Area Doubled Over the Past Three Years
• Driverless Cars Are Here. But They May Not Be Ready for Prime Time — Yet.

Note: Views expressed in these articles do not necessarily reflect those of the University of Houston.

Texas Tribune 

As Texas Bans Diversity and Equity Offices at Public Colleges, Rice University’s Inclusion Efforts March On 
DEI efforts have become a lightning rod for debate in American higher education. At Rice University, officials admit impact is hard to measure — but they also see progress from their work.

Higher Ed Dive

Education Department Unveils Stricter College Oversight Rules 
The U.S. Department of Education debuted a sweeping regulatory package fortifying federal oversight of financially unstable colleges, including broadening the circumstances in which they must supply the government with a letter of credit.

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