At UT Austin, researchers from science, engineering, humanities and the arts turn bold ideas and questions into cutting-edge breakthroughs and discoveries that shape society’s understanding of the world.
April 1, 2026
Cut, Paste, Cure
At The University of Texas at Austin, scientists are helping home emerging gene-editing technologies and find new applications with the potential for widespread benefits in society.
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UT MD Anderson – UT Austin Collaborative Research Summit Showcases Practice-Changing Innovation to Advance Cancer Care, Diagnosis, and Prevention in Texas and Beyond
The fourth annual UT MD Anderson – UT Austin Collaborative Research Summit highlighted Texas’ leadership in cancer research and the values-driven culture of collaboration that propels innovation to save and transform lives.
April 8, 2026
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Celebration of Research: 5 Faculty Members Honored for Transformative Contributions
Learn more about the 2026 recipients of the President’s Research Impact Award, honoring researchers whose work has fundamentally changed lives and perspectives, and the University Research Excellence Awards, celebrating career-long accomplishments, creative research endeavors and groundbreaking research papers.
March 18, 2026
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10-Minute Digital Program Reduces Symptoms of Depression in Landmark Trial
A 10‑minute digital program co‑developed by a UT Austin psychologist significantly reduced depression symptoms within four weeks, according to a large randomized controlled trial.
March 17, 2026
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Experimental Chemo Drug May Trick the Immune System Into Fighting Cancer
Researchers at UT Austin and MD Anderson Cancer Center discovered why some chemotherapy drugs not only eliminate cancer cells but also activate the innate immune system to attack cancer cells.
March 17, 2026
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Fernanda Leite Receives Prestigious Peurifoy Construction Research Award From American Society of Civil Engineers
Leite is the third faculty member from UT to receive this award, considered akin to a lifetime achievement honor in construction engineering research.
March 10, 2026
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Robot Hands So Sensitive They Can Grab a Potato Chip
A new robotic hand developed at UT Austin uses tactile sensing and soft robotics to gently grasp fragile objects, with potential applications in health care and manufacturing.
