UTA In The News — Wednesday, January 29, 2025

Wednesday, Jan 29, 2025 • Katherine Egan Bennett : contact

Tarrant hospitals work to improve maternal health

Results from a three-year University of Texas at Arlington study on maternal health have led seven hospitals within Baylor Scott and White Health, JPS Health Network, and Texas Health Resources to launch a TeamBirth Initiative, reported the Fort Worth Report and Courier DFW.

Park revitalization leads to Dallas crime reduction

A recent study from a research team at UTA found that revitalizing a park in South Oak Cliff led to a 58% crime reduction in police calls since the park reopened in November 2021, reported the Trust for Public Land.

Software provides understanding of trait evolution

New software created by a team including UTA biologist Todd Castoe helps researchers better simulate how organisms evolve over time, reported Scienmag, Phys.org, Bioengineer, and Arkansas’ Camden News.

Arlington mayor visits UTA glass program

Arlington Mayor Jim Ross made a recent visit to UTA’s glass art program, reported the city of Arlington.

UTA research drives innovation

The University of Texas at Arlington is making strides in research with innovations like plastic-infused asphalt for roads and advancements in semiconductor technology, reported Arlington Patch.

Who owns a cadaver?

UTA’s Eli Shupe was a guest on Colorado’s KOA radio discussing her recent Washington Post editorial on the educational use of unclaimed bodies.