News & Events
Featured News
Research Newsletter Archives
More Research News
From alternative energy to health threats to space exploration, Mavs are leading cutting-edge research projects.
Satellites and AI put UTA on front lines of flood fight
Water engineering team works to protect lives and property and guide state disaster planning
UTA study probes status of rural health care, hospitals
Researchers analyze how the Rural Emergency Hospital model is shaping access to care in vulnerable Texas communities
UTA alum’s research offers hope for new treatments
Alec Whited’s published study on how the body clears dying cells could inform autoimmune treatments
$450,000 gift fuels nuclear research at UTA
HF Controls’ investment gift aids AI research and names student success center in Computer Science and Engineering
UTA study explores zinc’s power to heal blast injuries
Researchers aim to develop a safe treatment to limit muscle loss and promote regeneration after traumatic wounds
UTA leads charge to create a resilient Texas coast
Researchers combine science, design, and community action to help coastal towns tackle climate and industrial challenges
When AI paints like van Gogh, who gets the credit?
UTA’s Ananya Singh explores how artificial intelligence challenges originality and raises questions of artistic ownership
UTA researchers to study soldier ingenuity with SJTs
A two-year study will provide insights into how soldiers can be trained to demonstrate ingenuity in high-stakes, limited-resource scenarios
UTA expands brain health research
Study shows how guided cognitive training may improve brain performance
Breathing room: UTA study clears the air on asthma
UTA researchers show that improved home ventilation can ease asthma symptoms and advance public health
Do more with less strain: UTA’s robotic arm
Soft, air-powered exoskeleton eases muscle fatigue, reduces injuries and boosts workplace safety
.jpg?mw=800&rev=ca41e7ba37044f668953bb65e7654271&revision=ca41e7ba-3704-4f66-8953-bb65e7654271&hash=27D98539ACBFA5566CDD5E22B71106D2)
UTA study: Just a little movement can lift your mood
Swapping just 30 minutes of sitting for light activity boosts energy and mood the next day
Bucket list wishes make final days meaningful
UTA study finds fulfilling end-of-life bucket list wishes boost well-being, family bonds, and closure
UTA earns elite status for cybersecurity research
NSA designation affirms the University’s national leadership in cyber innovation, education and workforce growth
Saving cells from the brink of death—why it matters
UTA discovery could help scientists better understand brain development and disease
Arthritis pain rising: How state policies matter
UTA researchers tracked 10 years of data on how welfare programs and education influence joint pain
Teaching students how to better manage natural resources
UTA faculty revamp a course through an NSF grant to build decision-making skills around water, food and energy
Many children seem on track—but struggle with motor skills
UTA study shows milestones can be misleading; early motor skill developmental is critical for kids
Research seeks to help older women deliver healthy babies
UTA’s Salman Sohrabi studies tiny worms to uncover how to preserve egg quality and reduce pregnancy risks
UTA physicist wins $1.3M grant for neutrino research
Ben Jones will study tiny ghost-like neutrinos that could unlock the universe’s secrets
New AI tools help scientists track how diseases start
UTA researcher Xinlei Wang leads efforts to make complex cellular data readable for faster disease insights
Kidney disease study reveals unexpected marker
UTA study finds certain blood markers could identify cardiovascular problems earlier than expected
UTA research seeks new answers to brain disorders
Xi Zhu studies PTSD, depression, OCD and brain development to uncover markers that could lead to more precise care
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
.jpg?mw=800&rev=232727bd2bd74f4f8b1160d5c8bebb2b&revision=232727bd-2bd7-4f4f-8b11-60d5c8bebb2b&hash=562F7C77B0365B319DCC89FA13B635F3)
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
.jpg?mw=800&rev=f7205b01ba34491e89dafe658f571d99&revision=f7205b01-ba34-491e-89da-fe658f571d99&hash=9CF6E16962BA8D174531C275E3FC9555)
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
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
Stress genes clear dead cells, offering disease insights
UTA researchers uncover a new cell-clearance pathway linked to diseases affecting immunity and brain health
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