Project Compiling Presidents Polk’s Legacy Nears Completion
It has been 170 years since James K. Polk served as the 11th president of the United States. His legacy, however, lives on at UT through the James K. Polk Project.
Nature Prefers Asymmetrical Pollen Grains, Study Finds
A study, coauthored by Maxim Lavrentovich, shows that plants favor the production of uneven, asymmetrical patterns on the surface of pollen grains over more symmetrical patterns.
Nursing Graduates Surpass National and State Averages for Licensure
Graduates from UT’s College of Nursing had one of the highest pass rates in the 2018 National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX)—97.2 percent.
UT Announces Record Year for Research, $260M in Expenditures
UT has reported its most impressive research year on record for the fiscal year that ended June 30, 2018, with $260 million in expenditures.
UT Transitions Strategic Focus for its Global Engagement in Asia
UT is making changes to bolster its educational and research efforts throughout Asia. As part of the plan, the university will close its Confucius Institute and launch its own global programming.
Does Being Bilingual Make Children More Focused? Study Says No
Study by two UT faculty members says bilingual children do not have more advantages than monolingual children when it comes to executive function.
All SEC Universities Achieve Highest Research Designation for First Time
The Southeastern Conference announced Monday that all 14 of its member institutions have achieved the highest designation for research activity by the Carnegie Foundation.
School of Art Announces Spring Lecture Series
The UT School of Art is launching its spring lecture series.
Species at the Extremes of the Food Chain Evolve Faster, Study Says
According to a study co-authored by PhD candidate, Samuel Borstein, reef fish species at the extremes of the food chain evolve faster than fish species in the middle of the food chain with a more varied diet.
UT Releases Report on Barriers to Veterinary Care
In the past two years, nearly 28 percent of households experienced barriers to veterinary care.
Media Superstars: UT’s Research and Projects Garner International Interest
From local media coverage to the biggest outlets across the world, UT was mentioned in thousands of articles and broadcasts in 2018.
Expert on Climate Change: Giving Up Is Not an Option
As COP24 comes to an end, David Anderson, a professor in UT’s Department of Anthropology, answers some of the most important questions about the impact of the conference and the future of climate action.