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Rocky Planet Discovered Around One Of The Galaxy’s Oldest Stars

Almost all of the planets discovered to date (including the solar system planets) are confined to the plane of the Milky Way, and are unable to glimpse a sweeping vista of our galaxy

Hawaiʻi Drought During El Niño Winter? Not Always

El Niño events have long been perceived as a driver for low rainfall in the winter and spring in Hawaiʻi, creating a six-month wet-season drought

Longevity Gene Reduces Risk Of Death For Men With Some Chronic Diseases

Chronic cardiometabolic diseases of aging such as diabetes, heart disease and high blood pressure increase the risks of death and a shorter lifespan

Patient-Centered Care During COVID-19 Promoted

The COVID-19 pandemic has diminished people’s ability to make in-person, human connections, and such relationships are especially important in health care.

Smoking Cessation Drug May Treat Parkinson’s In Women

Texas A&M researchers have found that cytisine can reduce dopamine neuron loss, providing a protective effect against the neurodegenerative disorder.

Understanding The Resilience Of Barrier Islands And Coastal Dunes After Storms

The work of Texas A&M researchers is helping engineers better assess the vulnerability of coastal landscapes.

Replenishing Atlantic Herring

A Texas A&M research team is using genome sequencing to monitor herring populations, which could help prevent overfishing.

Investors Are More Loyal To — And Buy More From — Brands Whose Stocks They Own

A new Texas A&M study found that stock ownership drives day-to-day spending.

Making Healthy Juice Requires The Right Technique

A Texas A&M study found that different juicing methods can affect the nutritional properties of vegetables.

Could A Common Diabetes Drug Slow Down Aging?

Texas A&M College of Medicine researchers say a drug that treats Type 2 diabetes shows evidence of preventing age-related cognitive dysfunction.

Dow-Like Index For Energy Prices Might Help Smooth Transition To Clean Power

A metric designed by researchers at Texas A&M can calculate and forecast the average price of energy in the United States.

During Emergencies, Social Media Is A Critical Channel For Warnings

A Texas A&M study of responses to the 2019 Deer Park chemical fire found that people who received warnings through social media, friends and family were most likely to take action.

Following Hurricane Harvey, Pollutant Levels In Houston Neighborhood Exceeded Limit For Increased Cancer Risks

Soil samples collected by Texas A&M researchers showed increased exposure to harmful chemicals in the Manchester neighborhood.

An Organic Material For The Next Generation Of HVAC Technologies

Texas A&M researchers have enhanced the dehumidification efficiency of a polymer that could help develop more energy-efficient systems with a smaller carbon footprint.

Using Electrical Pulses For Vaccine Efficiency

A Texas A&M professor is part of an interdisciplinary research team testing whether electrical and optical pulses can help cells better absorb materials, such as vaccines.

Pollution From Hurricane Harvey Traveled 100 Miles Off Texas Coast

A Texas A&M study shows weather events carried contaminated water to the Flower Garden Banks sanctuary off the Galveston Coast, much farther than expected.

Framework Could Support More Reliable Electric Power Distribution Systems

Texas A&M researchers are developing a reliability framework to help utility companies better prepare for uncertainties that may arise.

Hotels that Promote Women Perceived as Fairer, Less Discriminatory

UH Study First to Address Gender Inequity in Promotional Opportunities of Hotel Employees

A Safer, Less Expensive and Fast Charging Aqueous Battery

New Anode for Aqueous Batteries Allows Use of Cheap, Plentiful Seawater as an Electrolyte

Exoskeletons with Personalize-Your-Own Settings

Users who could adjust the timing, torque of an ankle exoskeleton typically found comfortable settings in under two minutes