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    Gessner College Graduates Will Change and Be Changed by Nursing

    Friends and families gathered at the Cullen Performance Hall at the University of Houston to celebrate commencement ceremonies of the Andy and Barbara Gessner College of Nursing. Kathryn Tart, professor and founding dean of the Gessner College, thanked graduates for their trust as they pursued their studies.
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    UH Researchers Paving the Way for New Era in Medical Imaging

    New technology developed by researchers at the University of Houston could revolutionize medical imaging and lead to faster, more precise and more cost-effective alternatives to traditional diagnostic methods. For years, doctors have relied on conventional 2D X-rays to diagnose common bone fractures, but small breaks or soft tissue damage like cancers often go undetected.
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    University of Houston’s Energy Transition Institute to Host Inaugural Competition

    The University of Houston’s Division of Energy and Innovation has announced its inaugural “Coogs for Energy Hackathon” event led by the Energy Transition Institute, pitting 10 teams against each other to find the best solution to some of region’s most pressing challenges, from soaring energy demand during extreme weather events to boosting the local economy by installing electric vehicle charging stations along the I-10 corridor.
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    Small Wins: Making 2025 Your Best Year Yet

    With the start of a new year, many of us are eager to set goals that will help us grow personally and professionally. However, staying motivated and maintaining a healthy balance can be challenging without a clear plan. By taking on the right strategies you can make this year your most successful yet. Small, intentional steps can lead to lasting change, whether you’re striving for a better work-life balance, improved physical health or professional growth.
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    UH Physicists Hit Major Milestone in Advancing Superconductor Applications

    Researchers at the University of Houston’s Texas Center for Superconductivity have achieved another first in their quest toward ambient-pressure high-temperature superconductivity, bringing us one step closer to finding superconductors that work in everyday conditions – and potentially unlocking a new era of energy-efficient technologies.
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    White House Recognizes UH’s Donna Stokes for Excellence in STEM Mentoring

    The White House recently announced the educators and institutions earning the nation’s highest honor for outstanding mentoring in STEM disciplines. The Presidential Awards for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring were awarded to a who’s who of scholars, scientists, educators and researchers. Among this year’s honorees is longtime University of Houston physics professor Donna Stokes.
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