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COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND LIFE SCIENCES
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- Texas timber industry eyes new opportunities amid steady marketsTexas Crop and Weather Report - July 22, 2025 The post Texas timber industry eyes new opportunities amid steady markets appeared first on AgriLife Today.
- Stay hydrated all summerAgriLife Extension expert shares how to avoid dehydration or heat-related illnesses The post Stay hydrated all summer appeared first on AgriLife Today.
- AgriLife Research scientist helps crack genome of a soft tickCollaborative study tackles tick that threatens human health and pork industry The post AgriLife Research scientist helps crack genome of a soft tick appeared first on AgriLife Today.
COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE
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- The Future of Construction on Earth Is ExtraterrestrialNASA Artemis missions are working toward a near future where humans are an interplanetary species — lunar bases are planned by 2030 and a round trip to Mars in 2039. These planet-hopping people will need buildings in which to ... The post The Future of Construction on Earth Is Extraterrestrial appeared first on Texas A&M University College of Architecture.
- Many Texas communities are dangerously unprepared for floods − lack of funding plays a big roleThis article originally appeared in The Conversation. Read the original article. By Dr. Ivis García, Jaimie Hicks Masterson & Dr. Shannon Van Zandt (THE CONVERSATION) The devastating flash floods that swept through Texas Hill Country in July 2025 ... The post Many Texas communities are dangerously unprepared for floods − lack of funding plays a big role appeared first on Texas A&M University College of Architecture.
- Dr. Yan Appointed as Interim Dept. Head of ArchitectureDr. Wei Yan, a longtime professor and nationally recognized researcher in computational design and artificial intelligence in the field of architecture, has been named interim head of the Department of Architecture at Texas A&M University. Yan officially stepped ... The post Dr. Yan Appointed as Interim Dept. Head of Architecture appeared first on Texas A&M University College of Architecture.
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
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Reaching For The StarsMontgomery Bohde ’26, who is earning degrees in applied mathematics and computer science with a minor in philosophy, is honored as a 2025 Astronaut Scholar....Read More→ The post Reaching For The Stars appeared first on the The College of Arts and Sciences News page.
Texas A&M-Texas Chemical Transition Engine Named NSF Semifinalist in National Innovation Engines Competition to Strengthen U.S. Chemical Manufacturing and Supply ChainsThe TCTE advances a bold vision for a sustainable and prosperous innovation economy that enables advanced technologies and drives global dominance....Read More→ The post Texas A&M-Texas Chemical Transition Engine Named NSF Semifinalist in National Innovation Engines Competition to Strengthen U.S. Chemical Manufacturing and Supply Chains appeared first on the The College of Arts and Sciences News page.
Texas A&M Oceanography to Host Live Research Cruise Video BroadcastLed by expert Texas A&M faculty both on land and at sea, the broadcast brings real-time science to life from the Gulf....Read More→ The post Texas A&M Oceanography to Host Live Research Cruise Video Broadcast appeared first on the The College of Arts and Sciences News page.
BUSH SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT AND PUBLIC SERVICE
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- Scowcroft Institute Report Examines COVID-19 Brain Effects And OriginsTexas A&M research institute releases final installment of study highlighting the pandemic’s neurological impact and raising concerns about Chinese military research on coronaviruses. The Scowcroft Institute of International Affairs at Texas A&M University has released the second and final installment of a major report completed by Dr. Robert Kadlec in 2024. The report, A Critical […] The post Scowcroft Institute Report Examines COVID-19 Brain Effects And Origins appeared first on The Bush School of Government & Public Service.
- Bush School Graduate Student Presents Research on Trade and Regional Inequality in Mexico CityOn July 10, Colleen Goggin, a recent graduate of the Master of International Affairs program at the Bush School of Government & Public Service at Texas A&M University, presented her original research as a Texas Lyceum Fellow at this year’s Texas Lyceum Quarterly Conference, “Beyond Borders: Immigration & the Texas Economy,” in Mexico City, Mexico. […] The post Bush School Graduate Student Presents Research on Trade and Regional Inequality in Mexico City appeared first on The Bush School of Government & Public Service.
- Amy ’84 and Tim Leach ’82 give $1 million to the Bush School for endowed chair honoring Randy Sims ’61, a widely respected Brazos Valley officialThe Leaches’ investment will fund an expansion of the Bush School of Government and Public Service’s City and County Governance Program. “We are profoundly grateful to Amy ’84 and Tim Leach ’82 for their extraordinary generosity to support public service and the future of Texas. Their gift will empower us to better serve communities across […] The post Amy ’84 and Tim Leach ’82 give $1 million to the Bush School for endowed chair honoring Randy Sims ’61, a widely respected Brazos Valley official appeared first on The Bush School of Government & Public Service.
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
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- Storytelling to Understand EmotionsThe Texas A&M Institute for Early Childhood Development & Education shares how you can turn story time into a powerful tool for your child's growth. The post Storytelling to Understand Emotions appeared first on Education and Human Development.
- Creating Opportunity Through TeamworkTexas A&M partners with Every Kid Sports to expand youth sport access through after-school programs and scholarships. The post Creating Opportunity Through Teamwork appeared first on Education and Human Development.
- 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.
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
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A Brain-Inspired Approach for Resilient AI ProcessingTexas A&M researchers received a grant from the U.S. Army Research Laboratory to address the limitations of applying artificial intelligence tools in military scenarios....Read More→ The post A Brain-Inspired Approach for Resilient AI Processing appeared first on the Engineering News page.
An Alternative Adhesive for Wearable Medical DevicesThe first of its kind, a new adhesive for wearable medical devices could offer relief for allergy-prone skin....Read More→ The post An Alternative Adhesive for Wearable Medical Devices appeared first on the Engineering News page.
Engineering a Cleaner, Greener Race CarTexas A&M University students have designed an eco-friendly car for amateur and pro-am racing leagues....Read More→ The post Engineering a Cleaner, Greener Race Car appeared first on the Engineering News page.
MAYS BUSINESS SCHOOL
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- Texas A&M Pitcher Ryan Prager Heads to the Big Leagues with a Degree in HandThis article originally appeared in the Spring 2025 issue of @Mays. Ryan Prager has achieved a lot at Texas A&M. In baseball, he pitched twice for the Aggies at the College World Series: once in 2022 and again in 2024. In between, he spent 2023 recovering from surgery on his left pitching elbow. He [...] The post Texas A&M Pitcher Ryan Prager Heads to the Big Leagues with a Degree in Hand appeared first on Mays Business School News.
- 12 Student Team Finalists Advancing in AI Business Plan Competition AnnouncedTwelve student-led AI companies have been selected as finalists for the “Building a Better Future Through Business and AI” National Undergraduate Pitch Competition, setting the stage for the in-person pitching round in College Station later this year. The competition called for business proposals from undergraduate student founders that leveraged AI to address real-world challenges. Students [...] The post 12 Student Team Finalists Advancing in AI Business Plan Competition Announced appeared first on Mays Business School News.
- Orchestrating a Career ChangeDuring the 2020 pandemic when the world locked down, Kent Doerries ’22 stepped up. He decided it was time to make the career pivot he’d long been considering. A high school choir director, Doerries applied for the Professional MBA program and completed it while teaching during the pandemic, describing it as “the most fun [...] The post Orchestrating a Career Change appeared first on Mays Business School News.
SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
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- Study: Nature-inspired virtual reality boosts emotional well-being in older adults living with dementiaExposure to nature—even in a virtual setting—can enhance the emotional well-being and quality of life for older adults living with dementia. That’s the main finding from a pilot study led by Junhyoung “Paul” Kim, PhD, a health technology researcher with Department of Health Behavior in the Texas A&M University School of Public Health. It also… The post Study: Nature-inspired virtual reality boosts emotional well-being in older adults living with dementia appeared first on Vital Record.
- Study: Phone-based coaching helps rural Americans keep the weight off—without breaking the bankMost people who lose weight regain some or all of it back within one to five years unless they make long-term changes to their diet and exercise habits. Rural Americans face additional challenges. According to health economist Tiffany Radcliff, PhD, they have higher observed rates of obesity, less access to healthy foods and fewer options… The post Study: Phone-based coaching helps rural Americans keep the weight off—without breaking the bank appeared first on Vital Record.
- Institute for Healthcare Access director joins national data and safety monitoring boardThe Texas A&M Health Institute for Healthcare Access is pleased to announce that Education Director Bryn S. Esplin, JD, HEC-C, CPPS, has been appointed to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases’ (NIAMS) Data and Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB), where she will serve as the clinical ethicist and patient safety monitor. Esplin,… The post Institute for Healthcare Access director joins national data and safety monitoring board appeared first on Vital Record.
COLLEGE OF VETERINARY MEDICINE AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES
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- Sharks, Immunity, & Medical Breakthroughs: AP InsightsSharks have long held a prominent place in the cultural zeitgeist, as feared as they are revered. For more than 37 years, these creatures have been celebrated around the world thanks to the Discovery Channel’s popular Shark Week programming. But beneath the surface, these ancient Chondrichthyes could be the key to unlocking breakthroughs in human […] The post Sharks, Immunity, & Medical Breakthroughs: AP Insights appeared first on VMBS News.
- Budke Named Department Head Of Veterinary Integrative BiosciencesDr. Christine Budke has been named the head of the Department of Veterinary Integrative Biosciences (VIBS) at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS). Budke, a VIBS professor, has served as the interim VIBS department head since 2024. “Dr. Budke represents the Department of Veterinary Integrative Biosciences with distinction,” said Dr. […] The post Budke Named Department Head Of Veterinary Integrative Biosciences appeared first on VMBS News.
- When Growing Pains Take The Reins: Osteochondrosis In HorsesYoung horses are typically full of energy, running and playing with excitement, but sometimes, their quick growth can hinder their ability to frolic in the fields with their peers. Osteochondrosis Dissecans (OCD) — a condition that occurs when bones and cartilage struggle to keep up with an animal’s growth — is among those that can […] The post When Growing Pains Take The Reins: Osteochondrosis In Horses appeared first on VMBS News.
