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RESEARCH NEWS
From alternative energy to health threats to space exploration, Mavs are leading cutting-edge research projects.

Protein Chemist Lands NIH Grant to Study Inflammation
Saiful Chowdhury’s $1.84M grant could lead to smarter treatments for inflammatory diseases and cancer

UTA unveils MAVRC, boosting drone research and innovation
The outdoor netted facility will advance autonomous drone technology for research, public safety and industry projects

UTA deploys VR to boost veterans’ mental health
Researchers develop immersive tools to ease anxiety, help communities spot signs of suicide risk

UTA Researcher Builds Blueprint to Combat Trafficking
Human trafficking offenses increased 26% from 2012-22, according to the Bureau of Justice Statistics
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UTA student’s research earns international recognition
Maria Olds’ study on blood alcohol tests highlights the impact of UTA’s chemistry programs

Cancer center taps UTA expert for survivor health study
Yue Liao contributes to City of...

Can fitness trackers flag cardiovascular disease?
Researchers aim to detect heart disease early using sleep, activity and blood pressure data from fitness devices

Nature livestreams build real human ties
UTA study shows nature-focused livestreams foster community, reflection and mental health benefits

Are microplastics making us age faster?
UTA researchers explore how microplastics may affect muscle, brain health and aging in real-world settings

Math model sheds light on Alzheimer’s spread
UTA study shows how brain networks and genes interact to drive the disease’s progression

UTA study links police fatigue to performance risks
Officers want better sleep but face barriers such as shift work, job pressure and emotional fatigue
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How social media can help abuse survivors heal
UTA study finds young people use digital platforms to process trauma, find support and seek help

Heart attacks don’t follow a Hollywood script
UTA expert dispels myths shaped by TV and movies to improve how people recognize real heart attack symptoms

Adaptive spine board could revolutionize ER transport
UTA research shows that better cushions could set a new standard in casualty transport protocol

Can enzyme behind high cholesterol be turned off?
UTA research could help restore proper cholesterol levels, stopping many diseases in their tracks

Taking the fear out of quantum physics
National pilot program led by UTA faculty equips STEM teachers to teach quantum science and inspire tech careers

UTA powers smarter microgrids with new converter tech
Liwei Zhou’s system improves microgrid accuracy, cutting costs while managing solar, batteries and EV charging

Champion for care: UTA’s Woo earns state honor
Texas Nurses Foundation recognizes professor for excellence in teaching, mentorship and maternal health research

UTA taps AI to help cancer survivors get moving
Regular exercise boosts recovery—researchers are creating an AI-powered system to promote healthy behaviors

Bayesian learning boosts gene research accuracy
UTA researchers develop a new tool to identify transcriptional regulators that, when they malfunction, can cause cancer

Chronic pain hits rural residents hardest
Pain may explain higher opioid use in rural areas, UTA study finds

The Social Spark Behind College Vaping
Frequent talk about vaping in tight college friend groups tied to higher use, UTA study finds

Smarter Evacuations with AI and Digital Twins
New UTA study aims to give emergency planners real-time tools to protect lives during disasters

Stress genes clear dead cells, offering disease insights
UTA researchers uncover a new cell-clearance pathway linked to diseases affecting immunity and brain health

UTA students take on public policy in D.C.
Six students gain firsthand experience through internships and policy courses at UT System’s Archer Center

UT Arlington researchers: Microplastics are infiltrating our...
Wastewater treatment plants are not effectively removing this tiny pollutant, study shows

Blown Away: Glass Art World Converges at UTA
Held in Texas for the first time, the event spotlighted student work, new techniques and bold glass innovations

Harnessing nature’s design to build tougher materials
UTA researcher developing 3D-printed composites inspired by bamboo, conch shells for stronger planes, cars and more

Museum specimens offer new lens on pollution history
UTA study uses preserved plants and animals to trace 200 years of pollution exposure and its effects on human health

Can social media predict teen health risks?
UTA researchers to track 250 Texas teens’ social media use, mental health and behavior over time

Improving PSA Messaging to Protect Against Online Scams
UTA researchers will investigate how to best protect the public against online romance scams through public awareness messaging

UTA Researchers Pioneer New Heart Testing Method
Researchers use MRI and NASA-inspired pants to improve stress tests and reveal hidden heart issues

Student researchers put UTA on national stage
Program allows students to present original research, network with professionals and future employers

Studying how bacteria grow to fight infections
UTA biologist examines growth patterns in bacteria to help develop more targeted, effective antibiotics

Brannon awarded Fulbright for global health AI research
UTA communications scholar will teach in Germany, study how patients across cultures interact with AI in health care

Thinking peers drink more drives risky behavior
Students often overestimate how much alcohol their peers drink—study shows how to reduce risk

Prestigious research award goes to 23 UTA scholars
McNair Scholars program prepares students for careers in scientific research

UTA ATLAS team shares Breakthrough Prize in physics
University scientists, among first to join the ATLAS Experiment in 1995, contributed to cutting-edge particle research

UTA-based TMAC wins award for pioneering pollution tech
Real-time sensor data helps Texas manufacturers reduce costs and lower reduce emissions

NASA taps UTA for wildfire smoke warning system
Project will enhance air quality forecasting, providing real-time smoke alerts and health information

UTA wins global honor for cancer research
Radiation study by nursing and physics team earns rare Best in Physics award at largest medical physics conference in the world

UTA engineering grad shapes future with UTARI research
Connor Berberek’s work with advanced composites at UTARI shaped his academic focus and future

UTA and UTD presidents: University research is essential....
Federal money plays a leading role in biomedical innovation, technology and our everyday health

AI system targets tree pollen behind allergies
UTA researchers help develop a tool to aid allergy sufferers, farmers and city planners

How math helps to protect crops from invasive disease
UTA research unveils a math model to predict toxic crop fungi, potentially saving Texas farmers billions in losses

Study connects metal exposure to childhood gut health
Publication selected as National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences Extramural Paper of the Month

UTA faculty earn top honors for research excellence
Three standout scholars recognized for advancing physics, health care and materials science worldwide
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Sun earns UTA's highest research honor
Electrical engineering Professor Yuze “Alice” Sun joins elite group of faculty, honored for research that improves lives and strengthens national security

Harmful microplastics infiltrating drinking water
UT Arlington research finds wastewater treatment plants are still not effectively removing dangerous microplastics

UTA's 23 patents strengthen UT System's No 3 ranking
Research contributions help boost the UT System’s position among the nation’s top innovators in patent technology

Four UTA faculty named NAI Senior Members
National Academy of Inventors recognizes their groundbreaking work in chemistry, engineering and health care

UTA researchers find invasive frog on Pacific island
Greenhouse frog discovered by UT Arlington team in the Marshall Islands threatens local ecosystems by displacing native species