The image is a promotional graphic for a textbook. It features a person smiling and wearing glasses in a circular frame. Text on the image reads: "UH Earth Scientist, Peter Copeland Co-Authors Award-Winning Textbook Recognized with National Honors." The book cover shown is titled "Earth History: Stories of Our Geological Past" by Peter Copeland and Janok P. Bhattacharya. The University of Houston logo is present.

🏆 UH faculty earn national honors

Earth History: Stories of Our Geological Past, co-authored by Peter Copeland, wins:
• 2026 PROSE Award (Earth Science)
• 2026 TAA Most Promising New Textbook

🔗 https://bit.ly/4rPJmTz

#UH #UHNSM #CANTSTOPDISCOVERY

Red and white announcement for the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, University of Houston, mentioning Ognjen Miljanić named Associate Dean for Research. Features a person wearing glasses and a suit.

Ognjen Miljanić has been appointed associate dean for research at the University of Houston College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics.

He will help advance the college’s research enterprise and support faculty across disciplines.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4swxWpb

#GoCoogs #UH #UHNSM

This image is a promotional poster for the University of Houston's M.S. in Computer Science – Artificial Intelligence program. It features red digital human figures interacting with computer screens. Large text reads "AI is transforming every industry. Are you ready?" Information about the program's focus on scalable AI solutions across various sectors is included, alongside contact and location details for the University of Houston Katy Campus.

UH’s M.S. in Computer Science – Artificial Intelligence track emphasizes:

▪ Machine learning and deep learning
▪ Data engineering
▪ Cloud-based architectures
▪ AI/ML operations and deploymen

Start your AI journey: uh.edu/nsm/ms-ai
#AI #ComputerScience #UHNSM

Researchers are working in a laboratory with test tubes and safety equipment. The image includes a banner that reads, "UH Researchers on the Front Lines of Advancing Dementia Treatment and Prevention." The University of Houston logo is visible with text for the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics.

At #UH, more than 100 faculty across 12 colleges are advancing brain health research backed by $62.5M in grants.

In NSM, Associate Professor Jokūbas Žiburkus is exploring how sensory stimulation can enhance brain function for dementia patients.

Read: https://bit.ly/40rp9by

#UHNSM #GoCoogs

The illustration features a smiling person next to a large trophy with the University of Houston logo. Text highlights "NSM," "Dean Gregory B. Dudley," "Driving Discovery & Student Success." Basketball imagery and chemistry equipment are present, with additional phrases like "NSM Crowned Bracket Champs" and "Go Cougars!" The background includes festive elements and university branding.

Thanks to our amazing community of donors, the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics finished the March 7 championship round with the highest number of donors and unlocked $5,000 in bonus funds.

Thank you for going #ALLINFORUH

#UHGivingDay #GoCoogs #UH #UHNSM

This image features a University of Houston promotional graphic for the "Madness Bracket Challenge: The Finals" between the College of Natural Sciences & Mathematics (NSM) and the College of Education (COE). Promotions for Dean Gregory B. Dudley of NSM are on the left, emphasizing "Driving Discovery & Student Success." Promotions for Dean Cathy Horn of COE are on the right, highlighting "Empowering Educators & Changing Futures." The University of Houston logo is at the top center, and a callout reads, "The Finals March 7 - All in for UH! Go Cougars!"

Championship Round: NSM vs. College of Education

The UH Giving Day Madness Bracket Challenge is down to the finals.

Winner is determined by number of donors on March 7.

Help NSM bring home the title.

Give here: https://bit.ly/4buLJpW

#ALLINFORUH #UHGivingDay #UH #UHNSM

The image is an advertisement for the University of Houston's M.S. in Computer Science with an Artificial Intelligence track. It highlights the launch in Fall 2026 at the University of Houston Katy Campus. The background features a glowing AI icon with digital elements. The bottom includes the University of Houston's logo and a website link: uh.edu/nsm/ms-ai.

🚀 Shape the future with Artificial Intelligence.

The M.S. in Computer Science – Artificial Intelligence track launches Fall 2026 at the UH Katy Campus.

Learn more and apply: uh.edu/nsm/ms-ai

#GoCoogs #ArtificialIntelligence #UHNSM

A person stands in a rocky landscape, wearing a t-shirt and pants. There is an inset portrait of the person with short hair, wearing a jacket. Text on the image reads: "Ali Raza, UH Ph.D. Candidate, Helps Lead International Speleothem Science Summer School in Morocco." The University of Houston College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics logo is displayed at the bottom.

UH Ph.D. candidate Ali Raza helped organize the sixth Summer School on Speleothem Science in Morocco, bringing together 85 scientists from 33 countries to study how cave formations record Earth’s past climate.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4rVHpWg

#UHNSM #EarthScience #Paleoclimate #GlobalResearch

Portrait of a person wearing a suit and tie, with a logo for the University of Houston's College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics at the top. Text on the image: "Albert Cheng, Reappointed as a Distinguished Speaker of the Association for Computing Machinery."

Congratulations to Albert M. K. Cheng on his reappointment as an ACM Distinguished Speaker for 2026–2029. Proud to recognize his continued leadership in real-time and embedded systems at the University of Houston.

#ACM #GoCoogs #UH #UHNSM

This image features an individual wearing a suit and glasses, with shoulder-length hair, smiling at the camera. Text on the image includes "College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, University of Houston," and announces "Feng Yan, 2025 Exemplary Editor of IEEE Open Journal of the Communications Society (OJCOMS)."

Congratulations to Feng Yan, associate professor in UH Computer Science and Electrical & Computer Engineering, on being named a 2025 Exemplary Editor for the IEEE Open Journal of the Communications Society (OJ-COMS).

#GoCoogs #UH #UHNSM

An individual wearing an orange jacket sits with arms crossed, smiling, against a dark background. The image includes text: "College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, University of Houston. Tai-Yen Chen, 2026 Rising Star in Chemical and Biomedical Imaging."

UH chemist Tai-Yen Chen has been named a 2026 Rising Star in Chemical and Biomedical Imaging.

His research uses advanced imaging to show how proteins regulate copper inside living cells.

🔗 https://bit.ly/4bFGNiE

#UH #UHNSM

The image features a large iceberg against a dark background with the text "UH Researcher Helps Unlock Rare Antarctic Glacier Record." Inset on the right is a person in a room, examining a sample, labeled as "Julia Wellner, Professor, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences." University of Houston and College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics logos are at the bottom.

University of Houston researcher Julia Wellner helped analyze rare Antarctic sediment cores showing repeated collapses of major glaciers during warm periods—offering new insight into future sea-level rise.

🔗 https://bit.ly/4ahhXmN

#UH #UHNSM #CantStopDiscovery

A person is standing in front of a blurred presentation slide. Text on the image reads, "DOE Award Supports UH Doctoral Student Ronin Costello in Arctic Climate Research." University of Houston logos are visible, along with "College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics."

Ronin Costello, a Ph.D. student in @uh-earth-atm-sci.bsky.social, has been selected for the DOE Office of Science Graduate Student Research award.

Costello will study Arctic cloud responses to sea ice loss.

🔗 Full story: https://bit.ly/4tiSNNe

#UH #UHNSM #GoCoogs #CantStopDiscovery

Congrats to Computer Science Professor Stephen Huang & Ph.D. student Yuan Tian on winning Best Paper at the IEEE International Symposium on Network Computing & Applications.

Their machine learning-based cybersecurity research improves detection of VPN-hidden web traffic.

#UHNSM #UH #GoCoogs

A group of five researchers in lab coats standing in a laboratory. Above them, text states "UH Researcher Receives Nearly $1M to Advance Lupus Diagnosis & Treatment." The University of Houston logo is displayed in the top left corner.

UH researcher Dr. Weiyi Peng has received nearly $1M in federal funding to study lupus diagnosis & treatment.

Her team will explore a cancer-linked enzyme’s role in lupus and whether existing cancer drugs could slow disease progression.

Read: https://bit.ly/49wIHRf

#UH #UHNSM #CantStopDiscovery

Graphic from the University of Houston, College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics announcing a publication in Nature Communications about how elevated intracellular copper induces CTR1 monomerization and prevents copper uptake. Lists members of the Chen Research Group, including Postdoctoral Associate Yuteng Yan and Associate Professor Huanhuan Chen, among others.

The Chen Research Group at UH Chemistry has published new research examining how metal homeostasis affects neurons in health and disease.

READ: https://bit.ly/45hP9ZU

#UH #UHNSM #UHChemistry #ScientificResearch #Neuroscience #MolecularBiology

Promotional image featuring Meng-Chen (Martin) Lee, recognized as the Best Runner-Up at the ACM International Conference on Multimodal Interaction, representing the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics at the University of Houston.

🎓 Spotlight on excellence!

Meng-Chen (Martin) Lee, Ph.D. student in UH Computer Science earned the Best Paper Runner-up Award at ACM ICMI 2024.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/496I0g5

#UHNSM #UHouston #GoCoogs #Innovation #ResearchExcellence

Promotional graphic for a new publication titled "Vinylsilanes as Chain-Transfer Agents in Ethylene Polymerization: Direct Synthesis of Heterotelechelic Polyolefins" from the University of Houston College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics. Features logos of the university and the publication. Includes photos and names of contributors: Zhicai Chen as post-doctoral fellow in the Department of Chemistry, Feng Chen as a doctoral fellow in the Department of Chemistry, and Maurice Brookhart as Professor of Chemistry. One photo is missing, represented by a silhouette.

New Journal of the American Chemical Society publication by Zhi-Hao Chen, Feng Chen, Olafs Daugulis and Maurice Brookhart.

They report a one-step route to heterotelechelic polyolefins with tunable molecular weights and reactive end groups.

🔗 https://bit.ly/3MPNRyO

#GoCoogs #UH #UHNSM

The UH College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics celebrated 677 graduates at its Fall 2025 Commencement, recognizing academic excellence, outstanding research, and community partnership.

Read the full story:
bit.ly/45bBL9q

#UHNSM #Commencement #StudentAchievement #HigherEd

University of Houston chemist Judy Wu smiling, awarded nearly $2M for research in light-activated chemistry.

UH chemistry professor Judy Wu has received a $1.96M NIH grant to study how light reshapes molecules — research that could impact drug delivery, medical imaging and smart materials.

🔬💡 Read more: https://bit.ly/48K9JUO

#GoCoogs #UH #UHNSM #CantStopDiscovery

Image featuring an announcement from the University of Houston's College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics about a new publication on 'Ambient stabilization, pressure-induced creation, and investigation of pressure-induced at Li15Si4 in Electrochem Solid-State Lett.' by Daniel A. Schulze and Melissa Sconce from the Department of Chemistry. Details include acknowledgment of contributions from assistant and associate researchers at the Texas Center for Superconductivity.

UH Researchers Deng, Schulze, Gooch, Kuo, Shi, Song, Ren and Chu report in PNAS that pressure-induced superconductivity in Bi₀.₅Sb₁.₅Te₃ can be retained at ambient pressure using their pressure-quench protocol.

https://bit.ly/4accoHZ

#Superconductivity #TcSUH #UH #UHNSM

Group photo at the University of Houston featuring three individuals holding certificates, with 'Lifesaving Skills Lead to National Recognition for UH Student and Campus Rec Instructor' captioned.

Nanophysics researcher Bryan Hlavinka earned the American Red Cross Lifesaving Certificate of Merit for stepping into action during a medical emergency in a campus lab.

His lifesaving training through UH Campus Rec made all the difference.

READ: https://bit.ly/4ptaRlN

#UHNSM #UH #GoCoogs

Image of Zhifeng Ren, recognized by Clarivate's Highly Cited Researchers Program, wearing a light-colored shirt and standing in front of the University of Houston logo.

Proud to celebrate Professor Zhifeng Ren, Department of Physics, for again being named a Highly Cited Researcher by Clarivate for the broad and lasting impact of his work from 2014–24.

Ren has now earned this distinction eight times, placing him among the top 1% of scientists worldwide.

#UH #UHNSM

Promotional image announcing the University of Houston's new Ph.D. in Statistics and Data Science, featuring a close-up of a tablet displaying graphs and data charts.

The University of Houston will launch a Ph.D. in Statistics and Data Science next fall, preparing experts who can turn complex data into actionable insight.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4pS2e3P

#GoCoogs #UH #UHNSM #CantStopDiscovery

Invitation from the University of Houston College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics for an alumni and friends holiday mixer on December 2, 2025, in Houston, Texas, featuring Dean Gregory Dudley, Chair of Biology and other department members.

The Cheers to Alumni & Cheer Holiday Mixer is happening tonight! Join UH NSM and the Department of Biology and Biochemistry for an evening of connection and celebration.

🕕 6–8 PM
📍 Weights + Measures, 2808 Caroline St Suite 101, Houston, TX 77004

See you there!

#GoCoogs #UH #UHNSM

Mini Das, named 2026 Optica Fellow, gesturing in a laboratory setting with the University of Houston logo visible.

Proud to share that Mini Das, Moores Professor at the University of Houston, has been named a 2026 @optica.org Fellow.

Her breakthroughs are redefining X-ray and biomedical imaging.

Read the article: https://bit.ly/3MbkDtR

#UHNSM #OpticaFellow #ImagingScience #Optics

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Big news from UH NSM!
Assistant Professor Bin Liu is first author on a new Nature paper unveiling high-capacity antibody–bottlebrush prodrug conjugates for targeted cancer therapy.

A breakthrough with major clinical promise.
🔗 https://bit.ly/4pqy9be

#GoCoogs #UH #UHNSM #CantStopDiscovery

Two University of Houston researchers in a laboratory, examining equipment, with text describing their breakthrough in X-ray imaging technology.

A major imaging breakthrough from UH.

Researchers in the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics developed a single-shot X-ray system that captures three contrast types at once, offering more precise, low-dose imaging.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4oWajo2

#GoCoogs #UH #UHNSM #CantStopDiscovery

Portrait of Martin Nunez with a text announcement that Martin Nunez is named Executive Editor for the Journal of Applied Ecology, representing the University of Houston, College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics.

UH biologist Martín A. Núñez will serve as the next Executive Editor of the Journal of Applied Ecology—a major leadership role in one of environmental science’s most respected journals.

Full story: https://bit.ly/4p2sBnR
#GoCoogs #UHNSM #UH

University of Houston physics students holding awards for top honors at a regional APS meeting, with college logo and APS emblem displayed.

UH Physics students are shining at the regional APS conference! 🌟

• Maggie Fuller – Outstanding Poster Presentation Award
• Rafael Estrada – Outstanding Oral Presentation Award
• Jonathan Parra – Robert S. Hyer Research Award

Story: https://bit.ly/4o8lCZ8

#GoCoogs #UHNSM #UHPhysics #APS