Ancient Enzymes Function like Nanopistons to Unwind RNA
Discovery marks a major step toward understanding the molecular mechanics for many steps in RNA biology.
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Biologist Receives $1.5 Million to Study Potential Biofuel Crops
Tom Juenger has received a $1.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to study native prairie grasses as potential sources of biofuel.
The Art and Science of Making White Dwarfs in the Desert
Astronomer Don Winget is making white dwarf "star stuff" here on Earth.
Young Mathematician Alessio Figalli Received One of Europe's Highest Honors
Mathematician Alessio Figalli, who recently received one of Europe's highest honors, has been solving difficult mathematical problems at a prodigious clip.
2012 Graduate Wins $175,000 Teaching Fellowship
The fellowship is designed to meet the needs of beginning teachers from the onset of the credentialing process through the critical early years of their careers.
Video: Next Generation Sequencing
Next-generation genome analysis technology enables biologist Christopher Sullivan to study how viruses replicate and cause tumors in new ways.
Computer Science Camp is Geared to Girls
Free, weeklong camp in the Department of Computer Science showcases the potential of a rewarding career in technology to selected Texas high school girls.
50-Year Cholera Mystery Solved by Scientists at The University of Texas at Austin
The answers may help clear the way for a new class of antibiotics.
Cosmic Girl: Dean's Honored Graduate Aditi Ray Allen
In this audio slideshow Aditi Ray Allen, one of the college's 2012 Dean's Honored Graduates, talks about learning to unicycle.
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