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Study Determines Theoretical Energy Benefits and Potential of Algae Fuels
It’s theoretically possible to produce about 500 times as much energy from algae fuels as is needed to grow the fuels, according to a new study by researchers at The University of Texas at Austin. However, limited by existing technology, the researchers found in a separate study that their algae growing facility is getting out…
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University of Texas at Austin Olympics Experts
University of Texas at Austin experts are available to discuss a range of topics related to the London Olympics, from the physical performance of elite athletes to the organization and management of a large-scale international sports event.
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UTPD, FBI, and JTTF Investigate Student Kidnapping Scam
The University of Texas at Austin Police Department, along with agents from the FBI and Joint Terrorism Task Force, are investigating anonymous hoax phone calls being made to parents and grandparents of students, claiming their children have been kidnapped, injured, or need medical attention.
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Quiet Please: Mitigating Underwater Noise
UT researchers have created an underwater bubble curtain to muffle man-made noise.
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Molecular Matchmaking for Drug Discovery
From image processing to 3-D modeling to search, computer and computational science help improve the drug discovery pipeline.
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State-Supported Living Centers Receive Assistance in Implementing Trauma-Informed Care
The Hogg Foundation for Mental Health at The University of Texas at Austin has awarded a two-year, $368,077 grant to provide training and technical assistance to two state-supported living centers (SSLCs) and participating community-service providers supporting individuals with intellectual disab
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Memories Serve as Tools for Learning and Decision-Making, New Study Shows
When humans learn, their brains relate new information with past experiences to derive new knowledge, according to psychology research from The University of Texas at Austin.
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Pandemic Preparedness
How UT-created computer models can help officials prepare for pandemics.
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Old Drug Holds New Promise
Exciting new findings in UT’s neurobiology labs suggest that rapamycin, an FDA-approved immunosuppressant used to control organ rejection in transplant patients, may be an effective therapy for Alzheimer’s, epilepsy, and even autism.
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University of Texas Ranked No. 30 Among World Universities
The Center for World University Rankings has ranked The University of Texas at Austin No. 30 in its inaugural list of the world’s top 100 universities.
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The Summer 2012 Reading List
Eager to escape the heat? Dive into summer with a book recommended by a top faculty member.
