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Female Fish Develop "Testes" in Gulf Dead Zone

A low-oxygen "dead zone" in the Gulf of Mexico is causing sexual deformities in fish, a new study says. Read more on National Geographic.
Grand Opening of New Health IT Learning Center at The University of Texas at Austin

Grand Opening of New Health IT Learning Center at The University of Texas at Austin

New state of the art teaching facility dedicated to health IT education opens in the Norm Hackerman Building.
Insight: May 2011

Insight: May 2011

In this issue of Insight, we explore diversity on campus, the science of spanking, the integration of technology into the classroom, and more.

Clone army steals genes from other species

This weekly Zoologger column in the New Scientist features research by David Hillis and Shannon Hedtke on asexuality (or lack therein) of the clam, Corbicula fluminea.
David Laude Named Interim Dean

David Laude Named Interim Dean

Laude, senior associate dean for academic affairs and a University Distinguished Teaching Professor, will assume the position on August 1.

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Nobel Prize Winner Wieman Delivers Plenary Talk at UTeach Conference

Nobel Prize Winner Wieman Delivers Plenary Talk at UTeach Conference

“A Scientific Approach to Learning and Teaching Science,” the subject of Nobel Prize recipient Carl Wieman who kicks off the annual national UTeach conference.

The 'Gold' Standard

The 'Gold' Standard

Chemistry professor and undergraduates research platinum-based fuel cells with advanced computing technologies through the Freshman Research Initiative.

Fish Labs: Students Innovating Early

Fish Labs: Students Innovating Early

The Freshman Research Initiative is increasing graduation rates and encouraging students to further their education in the sciences in graduate school.

College Readiness: Preparing Students for the University Curriculum

College Readiness: Preparing Students for the University Curriculum

Helping students before Day One with on-line tutorials and peer mentors can help increase graduation rates and retention in science and math majors.

Snapshot: Shannon Allport

Snapshot: Shannon Allport

An audio slideshow glimpse into the life of biology major Shannon Allport, who has chosen to become a champion of diversity on campus.