
Health & Environment
T-cell research reveals paths to better vaccines for COVID-19 and beyond
Oct. 8, 2026 • 4 min. readDistinct profiles between mild and severe COVID-19 patients reveal why some fight off infection easily while others don't, guiding the development of mutation-resistant vaccines.
Why muscle health should be a bigger part of clinical nutrition
Oct. 7, 2026 • 4 min. readExperts call for greater attention to muscle health across aging, illness and weight loss.
Research collaboration helps Gulf Coast communities plan for the unpredictable
Sep. 30, 2026 • 4 min. readProjects across the state use storm-surge, population and transportation data to develop real-time strategies for hurricane evacuations.
Researchers advance promising therapy for fatty liver disease
Sep. 29, 2026 • 4 min. readExperimental compound targets key disease pathways in MASH, reducing fat, inflammation and scarring in preclinical models — with hopes for future patient trials.
Researchers crack the code on why some cancer cells survive treatment
Sep. 23, 2026 • 4 min. readA newly discovered cellular stress-protection system may help tumors withstand chemotherapy, pointing to a new strategy for more effective treatments.
How agentic AI is working to fix a broken healthcare system
Sep. 21, 2026 • 5 min. readResearchers are deploying a suite of AI agents not to replace humans, but to relieve administrative burdens and ease patient suffering.
Study finds creatine’s benefits extend beyond the gym
Sep. 18, 2026 • 4 min. readNew research suggests creatine may help aging adults maintain lean tissue and strength — even without structured exercise.
Dissolvable, microscopic needles light the way for cancer treatments
Sep. 18, 2026 • 7 min. readTiny, biodegradable needles deliver therapeutic drugs and redistribute light beneath the skin, offering a painless, scar-free alternative to invasive surgery.
Study reveals surprising cause of immune challenges in people with Down syndrome
Sep. 15, 2026 • 5 min. readResearchers identify an unexpected genetic pathway behind excess hydrogen sulfide — offering fresh insight into infection risk, inflammation and potential new therapies.
AI-powered early dementia-detection tool earns Texas A&M a Fast Company Innovation by Design Award
Sep. 14, 2026 • 4 min. readThe 2026 recognition, for a “digital human” that analyzes speech, expressions and biometrics, shows how the university is creating breakthroughs to improve lives.