Newly published research unveils a revolutionary two-step process in crystal formation, challenging existing theories and proposing a new paradigm. This discovery sheds light on the…
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Researchers report the breakthrough discovery of a new vaccine that targets the dangerous synthetic opioid fentanyl. It can block fentanyl’s ability to enter the brain,…
“Special” muscle can promote glucose and fat burning to fuel metabolism for hours while sitting. The ‘Soleus Pushup’ is a metabolic innovation that rivals any…
Specially sourced argon may soon help reveal secrets about the universe’s dark matter. University of Houston Researchers to Create Facility for Mining Exceptionally Pure Argon…
University of Houston Researchers Exploring the Bounds of Room-Temperature Superconductivity. In the simplest terms, superconductivity between two or more objects means zero wasted electricity. It…
Illustration of a human cell cross-section. UH Researchers Receive $1.2 Million Grant to Peer into Ribosomes Two University of Houston researchers are developing a type…
Depiction of the application of organic semiconductor nanotubes in artificial muscle. Credit: Artwork courtesy of Mohammad Reza Abidian Actuator Discovery Outperforms Existing Technology University of…
In Through The Nose… COVID-19 Nasal Vaccine Candidate Effective at Preventing Disease Transmission. Credit: University of Houston Non-viral vaccine elicits immunity in respiratory tract. Breathe…
Being more efficient, traditional LED lightbulbs require much less electricity to operate. But they are not problem free. LED lightbulbs offer considerable advantages over other…
New anode for aqueous batteries allows use of cheap, plentiful seawater as an electrolyte. Lithium-ion batteries are critical for modern life, from powering our laptops…
Researchers have developed a machine learning model that can accurately predict the hardness of new materials, allowing scientists to more readily find compounds suitable for…
(l-r) Jonny Wu, assistant professor of geology in the UH Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences and Spencer Fuston, a third-year geology doctoral student, applied…
Researchers report that while magnesium and other multivalent metals show promise for high-density energy storage, but a number of obstacles remain. They suggest next steps…
Nickel Foam Filter Catches, Heats and Kills the Virus and other Pathogens Researchers from the University of Houston, in collaboration with others, have designed a…
Determining when and how quickly a liquid will convert to a vapor has been stymied by questions about how – and how much – the…
The hybrid device consists of a molecular storage material (MSM) and a localized phase-change material (L-PCM), separated by a silica aerogel to maintain the necessary…
Researchers from the University of Houston have reported a significant breakthrough in producing hydrogen and clean drinking water from seawater, one of the most abundant…