Houston Matters
New Book Tells The Story Of Developing An Artificial Heart
Posted on · Mimi Swartz discusses her book Ticker: The Quest to Create an Artificial Heart.
Tag: research
News
3 Houston Highways Named ‘Most Dangerous in The U.S.’
Posted on · The study focused on the country's most dangerous roads from 2010 through 2016
News
WATCH: New Mars Discoveries Advance Case For Possible Life
Posted on · Curiosity also has confirmed sharp seasonal increases of methane in the Martian atmosphere
Houston Matters
Is It Time To Reconsider The 14-Day Rule On Studying Human Embryos?
Posted on · An ethical rule prohibits embryos from being studied outside of the human body past 14 days. But, with recent scientific advances, should we reconsider?
Houston Matters
Study: Stress And Even OCD Symptoms On The Rise After 2016 Election
Posted on · Research from Baylor College of Medicine indicates that, following the 2016 election, many individuals have reported intrusive thoughts -- and even ritualistic behaviors -- associated with anxiety and stress related specifically to the state of politics.
Houston Matters
Where Are Seniors From 2006-2008 Now?
Posted on · A new report from Rice University examines college enrollment of HISD students and found some large disparities.
Houston Matters
Tackle Football And Concussions: How Young Is Too Young To Play?
Posted on · Lawmakers in several states are debating age limits to play certain sports.
News
Spending Bill Allows CDC To Study Gun Violence, Researchers Skeptical It Will Help
Posted on · Recent mass shootings have forced government officials to address the lack of research funding
News
When A High School Football Player Meets A Brain Injury Researcher
Posted on · High School athletes often raise money door-to-door for their teams. In Newton, Mass., a football player rang the doorbell of a leading brain injury researcher. Instead of money, he got a talk.
Health & Science
Drug Treatment For Kidney Stones Hasn’t Changed Much In 30 Years – Until Now
Posted on · University of Houston researcher Dr. Jeffrey Rimer and his colleagues have identified a substance that could potentially reduce kidney stone growth by 90 percent.
Energy & Environment
As Houston Moves On From Harvey, Scientists Dig In For The Long Haul
Posted on · Millions of dollars in grants are going to Harvey-related research projects that are just getting underway
Energy & Environment
Local Researcher Will Explore Harvey’s Impact On Houston’s Bayous
Posted on · It will still be a while before the storm’s environmental impact is fully understood
Hurricane Harvey
Wristbands Test Chemical Exposure From Harvey
Posted on · Researchers are handing out bracelets which can monitor exposure to chemicals in individuals who flooded during Harvey.
News
UPDATE: NASA Research Planes To Follow Eclipse
Posted on · The planes are equipped with high definition video cameras to capture the eclipse.
News
U.S. Geological Survey Finds More Untapped Oil in Part of Permian Basin
Posted on · Better drilling technology means existing oilfields can produce more oil than before.