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

“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)

June 13, 2025

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.



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

Myreen Ahsan standing at the 2025 UT System AI Symposium

June 6, 2025

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)

June 3, 2025

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

Headshots of all three CPRIT awardees.

May 31, 2025

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.




2025 President’s Scholar Award recipients announced

Photo of the four President's Scholar Award winners.

May 23, 2025

Four members of the UTHealth Houston community received the university’s most distinguished awards for their exceptional work, history of long-standing excellence, and dedication during the 2025 President’s Scholar Awards and Recognition of Excellence Award ceremony on May 22.



Annual flood door drill tests university’s hurricane readiness

Members of UTHealth Houston pose for a photo before the annual flood drill test.

May 19, 2025

With hurricane season approaching, UTHealth Houston once again tested its flood defense systems through a carefully coordinated annual drill Saturday that underscores how far the university has come since the devastation of Tropical Storm Allison in 2001.



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