University of Texas Austin is located in Austin.
University of Texas Austin is located in Austin.

May 27, 2026
A University of Texas at Austin-led team has mapped ancient protein networks dating back over a billion years. Their work has uncovered new genetic links to three rare disorders by tracing how these proteins evolved across different species.
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May 6, 2026
A new University of Texas study warns that data centers could consume up to 9% of Texas' total water supply by 2040 if current trends continue. The report urges increased transparency from industry leaders regarding their practices as well as stronger collaboration among stakeholders.
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May 4, 2026
The University of Texas at Austin's UT Seed Fund has invested $250,000 in Celadyne Technologies. The funding will help scale advanced membrane technology aimed at expanding hydrogen use across industries.
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April 13, 2026
Scientists have reported a permanent split within the world’s largest known wild chimpanzee community after decades together. The division led to deadly violence between newly formed groups—a rare event offering insight into primate behavior—and could inform understanding about human conflict.
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April 3, 2026
A new hotline supported by UT Austin's School of Social Work aims to connect former foster youth with jobs and education resources across Texas. Staffed by peers with similar experiences, this initiative seeks both practical support and innovative solutions such as artificial intelligence.
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April 3, 2026
Two University of Texas at Austin professors have been named 2025 Fellows by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). The honor recognizes Radu Marculescu's contributions to computing systems design automation as well as Dev Niyogi's climate hazard research.
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April 3, 2026
Former Longhorns quarterback Colt McCoy will give this year's commencement speech at The University of Texas at Austin on May 9. The ceremony will honor over ten thousand graduates across eighteen colleges.
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March 29, 2026
A research team at The University of Texas at Austin has created an electronic tattoo sensor that measures plant leaf hydration without harming plants. This breakthrough could improve wildfire prediction as well as agricultural yields by providing real-time data.
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March 18, 2026
A University of Texas psychologist helped develop a digital program shown to reduce depression symptoms after just one 10-minute session. The large-scale study suggests such tools could improve access for millions unable to receive traditional mental health care.
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March 11, 2026
Researchers at The University of Texas at Austin have mapped a key protein structure in the deadly Andes hantavirus. Their findings mark an important step toward developing vaccines and antibody therapies against these high-risk pathogens.
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