NEWS FROM THE COLLEGES
COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND LIFE SCIENCES
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- Texas A&M Distinguished Alumnus Awards honor Shafer and YoungkinCollege of Agriculture and Life Sciences graduates among 11 recognized by The Association of Former Students The post Texas A&M Distinguished Alumnus Awards honor Shafer and Youngkin appeared first on AgriLife Today.
- Texas A&M AgriLife weed scientists earn national accoladesDotray and Jugulam, along with students, stand out at Weed Science Society of America meeting The post Texas A&M AgriLife weed scientists earn national accolades appeared first on AgriLife Today.
- Texas A&M study predicts long-term drop in chicken fertility ratesStatistical analysis forecasts further declines in ‘hatchability’ by 2050 The post Texas A&M study predicts long-term drop in chicken fertility rates appeared first on AgriLife Today.
COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE
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- Urban planning professor named youngest distinguished scholar by geography orgA Texas A&M urban planning professor is the youngest in history to receive an award from the American Association of Geographers (AAG) for his groundbreaking work integrating geography, urban planning and data science. Dr. Xinyue Ye, Harold L. ... The post Urban planning professor named youngest distinguished scholar by geography org appeared first on Texas A&M University College of Architecture.
- Mastering the Craft: Texas A&M Students Explore the Timeless Art of Japanese JoineryUndergraduate architecture students are bridging the gap between digital design and physical construction through a hands-on project focused on traditional Japanese joinery. As part of their final design studio, the technique, known for its precision and ability to ... The post Mastering the Craft: Texas A&M Students Explore the Timeless Art of Japanese Joinery appeared first on Texas A&M University College of Architecture.
- Construction Science Career Fair Attracts 230 Companies to Compete for Aggie Interns and EmployeesEager to offer internships and jobs to students from the best construction science program in the country, 230 companies in the construction industry will descend on Legends Events Center on February 20-21 for the Construction Industry Advisory Council ... The post Construction Science Career Fair Attracts 230 Companies to Compete for Aggie Interns and Employees appeared first on Texas A&M University College of Architecture.
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
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Physics Student Explores Nuclear Frontiers As 2025 Los Alamos-Texas A&M System Graduate FellowRyan Amberger ’23 is headed to Los Alamos National Laboratory, where he will spend the next year studying nuclear astrophysics — specifically, the process behind the creation of half of the elements heavier than iron that make up the universe....Read More→ The post Physics Student Explores Nuclear Frontiers As 2025 Los Alamos-Texas A&M System Graduate Fellow appeared first on the The College of Arts and Sciences News page.
Texas A&M Astronomers Recap Observational Opportunities Realized Through Dark Energy SurveyDr. Darren DePoy and Dr. Jennifer Marshall reflect on career inspiration and the latest result from one of the projects they’ve been involved in since arriving in Aggieland nearly two decades ago....Read More→ The post Texas A&M Astronomers Recap Observational Opportunities Realized Through Dark Energy Survey appeared first on the The College of Arts and Sciences News page.
What causes the powerful winds that fuel dust storms, wildfires and blizzards?Powerful windstorms can fuel nature’s most extreme weather, and Texas A&M Atmospheric Sciences Associate Professor Chris Nowotarski explains how pressure gradients and the jet stream create these intense events....Read More→ The post What causes the powerful winds that fuel dust storms, wildfires and blizzards? appeared first on the The College of Arts and Sciences News page.
BUSH SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT AND PUBLIC SERVICE
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- Anti-Immigrant Policies May Hurt Politicians’ Reelection Chances, New Research ShowsA new issue of The Takeaway finds that restrictive immigration laws reduce foreign investment and weaken incumbents’ economic records. COLLEGE STATION, TX (April 2025) – A new issue of The Takeaway features new research showing that while anti-immigrant rhetoric may win votes during campaigns, implementing nativist policies in office can backfire. Dr. Benjamin Helms of […] The post Anti-Immigrant Policies May Hurt Politicians’ Reelection Chances, New Research Shows appeared first on The Bush School of Government & Public Service.
- Want advice on careers in local government? A recent Bush School event had plenty of itAt the City and County Governance Symposium 2025, attendees heard from city managers, recruiters, mayors, former Bush School students and people who deal daily with local government Bryan/College Station, TX — The end of spring semester is approaching and a fresh class of students will be graduating from The Bush School of Government and Public Service. They […] The post Want advice on careers in local government? A recent Bush School event had plenty of it appeared first on The Bush School of Government & Public Service.
- At Democracy and Discontent conference, scholars discussed polarization and its worldwide implicationsThe “Democracy and Discontent in Europe, the U.S., and Beyond” event was on March 3. It was hosted by the European Union Center at The Bush School of Government and Public Service Political polarization is a hot-button term, used by researchers and the media to describe political divisions across the globe. At the “Democracy and […] The post At Democracy and Discontent conference, scholars discussed polarization and its worldwide implications appeared first on The Bush School of Government & Public Service.
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
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- Protecting Your Data Through EducationDr. Mohan Yang partnered with the National Science Foundation, cybersecurity experts and future educators to boost cybersecurity training across the country. The post Protecting Your Data Through Education appeared first on Education and Human Development.
- Support Children’s Writing with Digital AppsThe Texas A&M Institute for Early Childhood Development & Education provides advice on apps that can support your child's writing. The post Support Children’s Writing with Digital Apps appeared first on Education and Human Development.
- Student’s Journey to Supporting Military Mental HealthLozano’s journey in the Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology program at Texas A&M University has prepared her to serve as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force, supported by faculty, peers and hands-on experience. The post Student’s Journey to Supporting Military Mental Health appeared first on Education and Human Development.
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
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AI and Gaming Platform Aims to Revolutionize Emergency Pipeline TrainingThe Mary Kay O'Connor Process Safety Center and EnerSys Corporation are creating a training platform that simulates a potential pipeline incident using AI and a gaming platform. ...Read More→ The post AI and Gaming Platform Aims to Revolutionize Emergency Pipeline Training appeared first on the Engineering News page.
Using Text-Generating AI to Power Nuclear ResearchA nuclear engineering graduate student is researching how generative artificial intelligence can speed up nuclear science research....Read More→ The post Using Text-Generating AI to Power Nuclear Research appeared first on the Engineering News page.
Supporting the Roads that Support UsTexas A&M civil engineers investigated the reasons for embankment slope failure of an important Houston highway....Read More→ The post Supporting the Roads that Support Us appeared first on the Engineering News page.
MAYS BUSINESS SCHOOL
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- Mays Graduate Programs Rise in U.S. News Rankings, Three Specialties in Top 11Mays Business School continues its ascent in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 rankings for Best Graduate Business Schools, reflecting our commitment to educational excellence and our progress toward becoming the preeminent public business school in the nation. Our programs achieved remarkable standings among public institutions. The Full-Time MBA program broke into the top 20, [...] The post Mays Graduate Programs Rise in U.S. News Rankings, Three Specialties in Top 11 appeared first on Mays Business School Blog.
- Creative Destruction Lab Expands to Texas at Mays Business School, Focusing on Energy InnovationTexas A&M University’s Mays Business School is proud to announce the launch of Creative Destruction Lab-Texas through a partnership with Creative Destruction Lab (CDL), a global nonprofit organization founded at the Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto that provides a world-class mentorship program aimed at scaling early-stage science and technology-based companies. Joining [...] The post Creative Destruction Lab Expands to Texas at Mays Business School, Focusing on Energy Innovation appeared first on Mays Business School Blog.
- 50 Years of Excellence: MS Marketing Program Shapes Industry Leaders Through Lasting ConnectionsDr. Stephen McDaniel | Photo by Abbey Santoro/Texas A&M Division of Marketing & Communications “When you look outside the window of my office, you’ll see a tree and a beautiful marble bench the MS Marketing students arranged in honor of my wife who passed away from ovarian cancer. It was the nicest thing [...] The post 50 Years of Excellence: MS Marketing Program Shapes Industry Leaders Through Lasting Connections appeared first on Mays Business School Blog.
SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
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- Yoakum Community Hospital works with Texas A&M Health to bring high-quality care close to homeYoakum, Texas—a small city of about 5,900 residents nestled between San Antonio and Houston—is well-known for its deep-rooted history and strong sense of community. Frequently referred to as both the “Tomato Capital of South-Central Texas” and the “Leather Capital of Texas,” Yoakum is also home to one of the top 100 critical access hospitals in… The post Yoakum Community Hospital works with Texas A&M Health to bring high-quality care close to home appeared first on Vital Record.
- Virtual reality interface design affects users both physically and mentallyOnce seen as a novelty, virtual reality (VR) technology has dramatically improved over the years and now is used widely in fields including health care, manufacturing and training. To improve VR systems, researchers have focused on how the size, location and distance of VR interface elements, known as targets, affect user performance. For instance, users… The post Virtual reality interface design affects users both physically and mentally appeared first on Vital Record.
- New method improves survival analysis power in clinical and epidemiological studiesThe restricted mean survival time (RMST) analysis technique was introduced in health care research about 25 years ago and since then has become widely used in economics, engineering, business and other professions. In clinical settings, RMST is useful because it is a straightforward way to understand the average survival time—the length of time patients live… The post New method improves survival analysis power in clinical and epidemiological studies appeared first on Vital Record.
COLLEGE OF VETERINARY MEDICINE AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES
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- Shedding Light on Fading Sight: Managing Eyesight Decline In Aging PetsGrowing old alongside your furry friend brings cherished memories, but it also brings inevitable changes. As they age, pets slow down, may experience behavioral changes, and develop stiff joints; one of the most jarring changes that come with a pet’s aging can be their loss of vision. Dr. Lucien Vallone, a clinical associate professor at […] The post Shedding Light on Fading Sight: Managing Eyesight Decline In Aging Pets appeared first on VMBS News.
- From Feral To Fur-ever: Texas A&M Gives Cat Third Chance After Mammary Cancer DiagnosisA chance encounter at a Houston loading dock in 2016 set the stage for an incredible journey of survival and transformation for Alice, a feral mother cat. When Tobi Kosanke, a geologist from the Houston area, originally brought Alice home, the kitty was so scared of people that she hid from her rescuers for half […] The post From Feral To Fur-ever: Texas A&M Gives Cat Third Chance After Mammary Cancer Diagnosis appeared first on VMBS News.
- Texas A&M Gastrointestinal Laboratory Collaborates With Virologist To Prevent Liver Disease In CatsThe Texas A&M Gastrointestinal Laboratory (GI Lab) is partnering with feline virologist Dr. Julia A. Beatty to study viral causes of liver diseases, including cancer, in cats. Beatty, whose team recently discovered the feline “cousin” of hepatitis B virus, a major cause of liver cancer in humans, is the chair professor of veterinary medicine and […] The post Texas A&M Gastrointestinal Laboratory Collaborates With Virologist To Prevent Liver Disease In Cats appeared first on VMBS News.
