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Pandemic Model Shows Importance of Social Distancing in 22 Texas Cities

A new pandemic model of COVID-19 shows the positive role social distancing can play in preventing the spread of the illness in areas across Texas.

UT News

Coronavirus Spreads Quickly and Sometimes Before People Have Symptoms, Study Finds

Measures including isolation, quarantine, school closures, travel restrictions and cancellation of mass gatherings may be warranted.

UT News

Demographics Linked to Choice Not to Vaccinate Children in Texas, Study Finds

The findings could help public health officials identify pockets of low vaccination rates where communities within the state are at higher risk for an outbreak.

The Texas Scientist

20/20 Foresight

So what will the next 50 years bring? Absent a crystal ball, your best bet would be to ask a scientist.

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Researchers Say Spread of Coronavirus Extends Far Beyond China’s Quarantine Zone

Virus likely spread beyond Wuhan before quarantines and lockdowns.

Department of Molecular Biosciences

Bacteria Engineered to Protect Bees from Pests and Pathogens

Genetically engineered strains of bacteria protect bees from mites and viruses that can lead to colony collapse.

Research

Scientists Identify Genes that Help Protect Plant Genomes

The discovery holds important implications for our understanding of age-related disorders and cancers in humans.

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When Research and Education Cross-Pollinate

Freshmen learn how to do research while increasing our understanding of biodiversity

Research

5 Tips to Get the Most Out of Four Years of Undergrad Research

We asked graduating seniors from across the college to share their best tips for research success.