Something you maybe never thought of – dolphins get kidney stones just like people! Now a UH researcher is reporting a new method to control the growth of ammonium urate crystals, the substance known to cause kidney stones in dolphins, and the findings may not only help dolphins but may also have implications for the pharmaceutical industry.
Cynthia Woods Mitchell Center for the Arts welcomes Robert Wilson as a visiting artist. Wilson is described by The New York Times as “a towering figure in the world of experimental theatre.”
Nationwide, 37 states allow medical use and 21 have legalized recreational use of marijuana. The Hobby School’s survey reported two-thirds of Texans approve of legalizing its recreational use for ages 21 and older. Current Texas law allows limited use of cannabis for specific medical purposes.
A pair of researchers at the University of Houston reports the success of their new, at-home method for early diagnosis and monitoring of lupus nephritis. or inflammation of the kidneys, one of the most severe complications for patients with systemic lupus erythematosus, known as lupus.
A new Hobby School of Public Affairs survey shows Texans are divided by politics on many contiguous issues, including parental rights in the care of transgender minors. Others matters, such as requiring a content-rating system for school texts, drew at least slim majorities within each political affiliation.
University of Houston Football's inaugural season in the Big 12 Conference will feature visits to TDECU Stadium from in-state rivals TCU and Texas with additional home league matchups against Cincinnati, Oklahoma State and West Virginia.
The stubborn superbug Clostridium difficile, or C. diff, may have met its match. A UH researcher is reporting the first well-controlled study to demonstrate the effectiveness of a new medicine for patients with the debilitating recurrent infection and disease.
Chemist and physicist Eric Bittner was elected as a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, the world’s largest general scientific society. Bittner is a Moores Professor of chemistry in the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics and was elected to the AAAS chemistry section.
The 2023 Certificate in Energy Leadership webinar series starts Feb. 3 and ends March 24. This six-part series featuring key industry leaders provides important insights into the rapidly changing industry, critical skills and understanding of complex related issues for those working in or aspiring to work in the energy industry in any capacity.
A majority of Texans say they support some form of taxpayer-funded assistance for parents who want to send their children to religious or other private schools. The topic is expected to be one of the most contentious before the Texas Legislature this session, and the latest survey of public opinion by the Hobby School of Public Affairs at UH sheds light on public attitudes.
Art, design and architectural works will celebrate the power, beauty and architectural potential of Black diasporic hair practices, debuting Thursday, Feb. 2. The exhibition opening kicks off Black History Month and will be on display through February.
The UH STEM Center in collaboration with UH Energy, Texas Industrial Energy Efficiency Program and Texas Industrial Energy Efficiency Network are hosting students (from grades 3-12) at a University of Houston STEM Zone Saturday event focused on energy and its uses in industry. The event will be 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 28.
UH professors and award-winning researchers can discuss a range of topics relevant to the media and the general public. Among the subjects they can address are politics, elections, energy, health care, education, law, popular culture and more. Many of these seasoned professors have been featured on national news outlets and are prepared to assist reporters through on-camera or phone interviews.
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Ring Week will take place Monday, February 13th – Thursday, February 16th, 2023, at the UH Athletics-Alumni Center located at 3204 Cullen Blvd, Houston TX 77204, O’Quinn Great Hall, 1st floor. This is your opportunity to meet one on one with a Balfour representative and ask questions about ordering your UH Class Ring. Please RSVP!
Renowned political scientist John H. Aldrich will explain the foundations of the American party system, how and why parties evolve, and the place of the two-party system in an effective democracy. Aldrich’s examination of the profound changes in political parties since World War II and the driving forces behind the increase in polarization has prompted conversations around how the political divide affects governance today.
The University of Houston Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture + Design and University Services are excited to host the 2023 Career Fair, now spanning two days!
Paint en plein air using gouache or watercolor with artist, educator and University of Houston MFA alumna Isabelle Zimmerman. Explore how public artworks interact with the environment and create a dynamic compositions inspired by different public art sites on the University of Houston campus.
An annual one-day conference for students, faculty, and staff, Equity Institute allows participants to engage in transformative sessions that enhance their cultural knowledge. Participants must register to attend. Free and open to all.
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