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Jooyeon Hwang, PhD, is leading a $5 million project funded by the Texas Legislature for early detection and research on the risk of cancer among firefighters. (Photo by UTHealth Houston)

Researchers with UTHealth Houston School of Public Health awarded $5 million to study cancer risk among firefighters in Texas

The state of Texas awarded UTHealth Houston School of Public Health $5 million over two years for early detection and research, led by principal investigator Jooyeon Hwang, PhD, associate professor in the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences, on cancer risk among firefighters in Texas.

Three men UTHealth Houston employees, one female UTHealth Houston employee, and one male intern.

New autism support, internship program creates meaningful impact

To support young adults with autism transitioning into adulthood and the workforce, particularly those within Latino communities, UTHealth Houston recently implemented the bilingual Launching! to Adulthood program.

“Our goal is that this intervention will improve overall quality of life for stroke survivors,” said Jennifer E.S. Beauchamp, PhD, RN, principal investigator of the study. (Photo by UTHealth Houston)

New grant at UTHealth Houston aimed at preventing depression among stroke survivors

Research has shown that engaging in enjoyable or meaningful activities can help prevent depression after stroke. Now an interprofessional team of researchers at UTHealth Houston has received a new federal grant to test an intervention using video chats to encourage mood-enhancing behaviors among older, low-income stroke survivors.

The Future Nurses Fund will supplement other forms of financial aid, such as scholarships and grants awarded by UTHealth Houston or state/federal government programs. (Photo by UTHealth Houston)

UTHealth Houston launches tuition-free program for qualifying nursing students

The new UTHealth Houston Future Nurses Fund will provide free in-state tuition and fees to qualifying students enrolled in the state’s top Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program at Cizik School of Nursing at UTHealth Houston.

Young teen makes waves in medical AI research at UT AI Symposium

Myreen Ahsan standing at the 2025 UT System AI Symposium

At just 13 years old, Myreen Ahsan is already earning recognition usually reserved for PhD candidates and seasoned professionals. From leading-edge research on brain cancer to award-winning robotics projects, the Friendswood Junior High student is blazing a trail in science, medicine, and technology.

Some storms leave emotional damage: How to cope after a traumatic weather disaster

While some level of anxiety and depression can be expected after natural disasters, it’s important to catch signs early, according to Ron Acierno, PhD. (Photo by Lisa Raynor-Keck)

Hurricane Beryl left a historical path of destruction in its wake, killing 64 people, leaving nearly 3 million without power, and causing billions of dollars in infrastructure damage. The visible aftermath of a hurricane or a traumatic weather event is obvious, but what about the effects that people can’t see?

University researchers receive more than $5 million from CPRIT

Three UTHealth Houston researchers were awarded more than $5 million in funding from the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT), furthering the state’s mission to prevent and treat cancer through innovative science and core infrastructure.

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