Featured Stories
UH Students Design Electric Vehicles for Competition
The Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture and Design’s industrial design program will install an exhibit of future electric vehicle concepts made by students on Friday. This is the first time program leadership has facilitated an automotive design studio for students, thanks to generous sponsors.
Energy Symposium to Examine Path to Carbon Neutrality in Texas
The University of Houston Division of Energy and Innovation and Center for Carbon Management in Energy are hosting a day-long symposium, titled “Netzero Texas by 2050” on Thursday, Dec. 1, to discuss pathways and solutions to help Texas become carbon neutral by 2050.
UH Study Finds Word Choice and Media Exposure Affected Anti-Asian Restaurant Boycotts During COVID-19 Pandemic
Research from the University of Houston and Penn State University found that the use of terms like "China virus" by public officials and the media to describe COVID-19 contributed to hostility toward and boycotts of Asian-related businesses.
Discovery May Advance Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease
To combat cardiac cell death, the underlying basis of cardiovascular disease, UH researchers are reprogramming human heart cells, changing them to the kind that enable the heart to contract and relax synchronously.
UH Researcher Aims to Uncover Causes of Developmental Disabilities in African Children
Elena Grigorenko and her colleagues will embark on a five-year project in rural Zambia, southern Africa. They plan to provide detailed characterization of the children's relevant phenotypes, studying the cause of the disabilities.
Four University of Houston Researchers Named Most Cited in the World
Professors were included in Clarivate's Highly Cited Researchers 2022 list. Their academic papers ranked in the top 1% of citations for field and publication year.
Featured Events
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Nov 30 1:00 pm
Design Depot
Unleash your creativity at Design Depot! Swing by the Student Center South and get a free t-shirt and other giveaways! You can paint your own plant pot or mini canvas! We’ll also be featuring student art vendors, in collaboration with the Student Centers.
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Nov 30 7:00 pm
How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Boris Karloff narrates an animated tale about the lonely and heartless title character who decides to dress up as Santa and steal the Christmas decorations, gifts and feast from the people of Whoville. Join us in the showing of How the Grinch Stole Christmas with SPB!
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Dec 01 11:00 am
Winter Wonderland
Come out to the annual Winter Wonderland event and enjoy 60 tons of snow, food, t-shirts, and more! Hosted by SPB
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Dec 01 11:00 am
Critical Issues in Energy Symposium: Net Zero Texas by 2050
The Division of Energy and Innovation, along with the UH Center for Carbon Management in Energy (CCME), are hosting a day-long symposium to discuss pathways and solutions to make Texas carbon neutral by 2050. Register here
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Dec 05 5:00 pm
Finals Mania!
This longstanding UH tradition provides a tasty evening “breakfast” and a welcome opportunity to refuel as you prepare for this semester’s finals. Plenty of pancakes and sausage will be prepared, but don’t arrive too late, as food will be served only as long as supplies last! A physical Cougar Card is required to gain entrance. We hope to see you there!
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Dec 08 8:00 am
Critical Issues in Energy Symposium - Managing CCUS: Risk and Financing
Risk understanding and management is the key to unlocking financial investment in the carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS) marketplace.
UH Initiatives
The University of Houston is a powerhouse of innovation. UH has grown to service the city of Houston and beyond through our extensive educational offerings, partnerships with local businesses and contributions to the community. Explore more below about how we are cultivating the future through Energy, Health, Arts, and Athletics to create success for our students and alumni.
