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COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND LIFE SCIENCES
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- Rain sparks insect pressure in cropsTexas Crop and Weather Report - June 3, 2025 The post Rain sparks insect pressure in crops appeared first on AgriLife Today.
- Study to forecast ecological ‘tipping points’ for U.S. wetlandsAgriLife Research to develop predictive tool to improve conservation efforts The post Study to forecast ecological ‘tipping points’ for U.S. wetlands appeared first on AgriLife Today.
- AgriLife Extension adds statewide wildlife specialistBlum to focus on multispecies management and human-wildlife interactions The post AgriLife Extension adds statewide wildlife specialist appeared first on AgriLife Today.
COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE
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- Displaced but Not Silenced: Community Voices Shape Harris County BuyoutsA partnership between Texas A&M University and the nonprofit Texas Appleseed is shedding new light on the human toll of one of the nation’s largest mandatory home buyout programs. For three years, faculty and graduate students from the ... The post Displaced but Not Silenced: Community Voices Shape Harris County Buyouts appeared first on Texas A&M University College of Architecture.
- Dreamed Water Towers: Reimagining Texas InfrastructureA New Purpose for a Familiar Icon What if one of Texas’ most recognizable structures could help solve the challenges of tomorrow? More than 1,000 water towers rise above Texas towns and cities. Painted with mascots, logos and ... The post Dreamed Water Towers: Reimagining Texas Infrastructure appeared first on Texas A&M University College of Architecture.
- Texas A&M Architecture Students Advance Global Health Through Rwanda Maternity Center ProjectStudents from the Texas A&M University College of Architecture presented their final designs for a Women’s and Infants’ Health and Maternity Center in Rwanda’s Bugesera District near Kigali on Friday, April 25, 2025, at the Langford Architecture Center. ... The post Texas A&M Architecture Students Advance Global Health Through Rwanda Maternity Center Project appeared first on Texas A&M University College of Architecture.
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
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Cyclotron Institute Serves Through Summer Slate Of Nuclear Science Outreach And Professional DevelopmentHot time, summer in the Cyclotron Institute, which will host or co-sponsor nine events dedicated to supporting future nuclear scientists and next-generation leaders in both stewardship science and isotope research and development....Read More→ The post Cyclotron Institute Serves Through Summer Slate Of Nuclear Science Outreach And Professional Development appeared first on the The College of Arts and Sciences News page.
College of Arts and Sciences Earns Three Top Honors at Spring Recognition CeremonyThe College of Arts and Sciences celebrates continued excellence with three top honors at Texas A&M's Spring Recognition Ceremony. ...Read More→ The post College of Arts and Sciences Earns Three Top Honors at Spring Recognition Ceremony appeared first on the The College of Arts and Sciences News page.
aggieTEACH In ActionThe aggieTEACH Arts & Sciences Program is getting high marks for equipping students to fill Texas classrooms—and inspire the next generation....Read More→ The post aggieTEACH In Action appeared first on the The College of Arts and Sciences News page.
BUSH SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT AND PUBLIC SERVICE
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- Amy ’84 and Tim Leach ’82 give $1 million to the Bush School to expand the City and County Governance Program• The gift will fund an endowed chair named for former Brazos County Judge Randy Sims ’61, whose contributions to Aggieland included barbecue, football and decades of public service • “This gift will help us serve communities across Texas and help make those communities stronger. The City and County Governance Program is one of the […] The post Amy ’84 and Tim Leach ’82 give $1 million to the Bush School to expand the City and County Governance Program appeared first on The Bush School of Government & Public Service.
- New Policy Brief Reveals Five Key Insights about TariffsA new issue of The Takeaway explains how Tariffs cost consumers and cannot close budget gaps or trade deficits. COLLEGE STATION, TX (May 2025) – A new issue of The Takeaway from the Mosbacher Institute at the Bush School of Government & Public Service outlines five key facts everyone should know about tariffs. While tariffs […] The post New Policy Brief Reveals Five Key Insights about Tariffs appeared first on The Bush School of Government & Public Service.
- Vedlitz Award in Science and Technology Policy Studies Bestowed on Samuel Park, Master of International Affairs CandidateSamuel Park, a Master of International Affairs candidate, has been named this year’s recipient of the Vedlitz Award for Excellence in Science and Technology Policy Studies. The award recognizes a graduating student who has demonstrated excellence in science and technology studies through work completed as a graduate assistant researcher, class projects, capstone coursework, or individual research papers. […] The post Vedlitz Award in Science and Technology Policy Studies Bestowed on Samuel Park, Master of International Affairs Candidate appeared first on The Bush School of Government & Public Service.
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
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- Horses Bring Hope to Parkinson’s PatientsDr. Deanna Kennedy leads innovative research to answer if equine-assisted therapy, could help those battling Parkinson’s disease. The post Horses Bring Hope to Parkinson’s Patients appeared first on Education and Human Development.
- Your Little Explorer is a Scientist TooThe Texas A&M Institute for Early Childhood Development & Education shares fun science and literacy activities for you and your child. The post Your Little Explorer is a Scientist Too appeared first on Education and Human Development.
- Elevating Research: Assistant Professor Joins Prestigious Advisory CouncilDr. Ananya Tiwari looks to promote educational psychology research as a new member of Springer Nature’s U.S. Research Advisory Council. The post Elevating Research: Assistant Professor Joins Prestigious Advisory Council appeared first on Education and Human Development.
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
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Predicting Underwater Landslides Before They StrikeA new method for predicting underwater landslides may improve the resilience of offshore facilities....Read More→ The post Predicting Underwater Landslides Before They Strike appeared first on the Engineering News page.
Replicating Real-Life Blood Vessels to Cure Vascular DiseaseA new platform mimics various blood vessel structures, enabling more accurate models of vascular disease and patient-specific research....Read More→ The post Replicating Real-Life Blood Vessels to Cure Vascular Disease appeared first on the Engineering News page.
Engineers of Impact: Dr. Frances LiglerA pioneer in the field of optical biosensors, Dr. Frances Ligler has made positive impacts on her field and the scholars she mentors. ...Read More→ The post Engineers of Impact: Dr. Frances Ligler appeared first on the Engineering News page.
MAYS BUSINESS SCHOOL
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- Effects of the Rumor MillWorkplace gossip is hard to escape. Whether around the office or in boardrooms, employees chatter about colleagues and supervisors behind their backs. These casual conversations can have consequences for employees’ well-being and company performance, a study published in the Journal of Applied Psychology finds. When the gossip is about supervisors, its effects could [...] The post Effects of the Rumor Mill appeared first on Mays Business School News.
- Texas A&M’s Mays Business School Announces 24 Teams Advancing in AI Business Plan CompetitionTwenty-four student-led AI ventures have advanced to the second round of Mays Business School’s “Building a Better Future Through Business and AI” National Undergraduate Pitch Competition, reflecting the growing role of AI in business innovation. The competition, hosted by Texas A&M University’s Mays Business School in collaboration with the College of Engineering, College of Arts [...] The post Texas A&M’s Mays Business School Announces 24 Teams Advancing in AI Business Plan Competition appeared first on Mays Business School News.
- Building Lifelong ConnectionsVianney Sotelo ’25 found more than just high-impact learning and career preparation in the Business Honors program. She found a family through caring support from faculty and staff and relationships with classmates that will last long beyond her days at Mays. When Vianney Sotelo arrived on the Texas A&M University campus as a freshman in [...] The post Building Lifelong Connections appeared first on Mays Business School News.
SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
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- Gut health explained: What’s worth following and what’s just hype?Improving gut health has gained popularity on social media, with influencers recommending everything from diet changes to supplements. Although trends may be tempting, it’s important to understand the differences between gimmicks and evidence-based advice. Gut health is often overlooked when our bodies seem to be working well, but it plays a crucial role in overall… The post Gut health explained: What’s worth following and what’s just hype? appeared first on Vital Record.
- Texas A&M University names Mansoor Khan as dean of the College of PharmacyMansoor Khan, PhD, has been named dean of the Texas A&M University Irma Lerma Rangel College of Pharmacy, effective June 1, 2025. Khan had been serving as interim dean since April and, prior to that, served as acting dean beginning in August 2023. “I am humbled by this selection following a thorough vetting process,” Khan… The post Texas A&M University names Mansoor Khan as dean of the College of Pharmacy appeared first on Vital Record.
- Institute for Healthcare Access directors selected to speak at industry conferenceThe Texas A&M Health Institute for Healthcare Access announced today that several of its leaders have been invited to speak at the upcoming 48th annual Health Law Professors Conference, a premier industry conference sponsored by the American Society of Law, Medicine & Ethics taking place in Boston on June 4-6. The 2025 annual event is… The post Institute for Healthcare Access directors selected to speak at industry conference appeared first on Vital Record.
COLLEGE OF VETERINARY MEDICINE AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES
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- Human Clinical Trial Begins For Texas A&M-Discovered Drug To Treat Angelman SyndromeDeveloped by biopharmaceutical company Ultragenyx, GTX-102 is the first clinically developed drug targeting the genetic causes of Angelman syndrome rather than symptoms. The first therapeutic drug for Angelman syndrome (AS) — discovered by Texas A&M researchers — has begun human trials, bringing it one step closer to potentially becoming available to patients. GTX-102 was discovered […] The post Human Clinical Trial Begins For Texas A&M-Discovered Drug To Treat Angelman Syndrome appeared first on VMBS News.
- When The Knee Gives Out: Understanding TPLO SurgeryIt often starts subtly — a slight limp, a hesitation before jumping, or a pet struggling to use one of their back legs. While these signs could indicate temporary soreness or a minor sprain, they may also point to a much more serious issue, a torn cranial cruciate ligament (CCL). This common injury can significantly […] The post When The Knee Gives Out: Understanding TPLO Surgery appeared first on VMBS News.
- Clearer Views, Better Care: Why Imaging Quality Matters For Your Pet’s HealthWhen a pet doesn’t seem like itself — maybe it’s limping, behaving oddly, or seems to just not feel right — getting answers quickly and accurately can make all the difference. However, some issues are hidden deep inside the body, beyond the reach of a physical exam or basic X-ray. That’s where advanced imaging tools […] The post Clearer Views, Better Care: Why Imaging Quality Matters For Your Pet’s Health appeared first on VMBS News.
