College of Natural Sciences

The Achilles Heel That Could Lead to Universal Coronavirus Treatments

AUSTIN, Texas — Researchers behind discoveries that led to vaccines for the virus that causes COVID-19 have identified a potential Achilles heel that exists in all coronaviruses. These findings, led by researchers at The University of Texas at Austin, could aid the development of improved treatments for COVID-19 and also protect against existing and emerging coronaviruses. […]

COVID Forecasting Method Using Hospital and Cellphone Data Proves It Can Reliably Guide US Cities Through Pandemic Threats

AUSTIN, Texas – Using cellphone mobility data and COVID-19 hospital admissions data, researchers at The University of Texas at Austin have reliably forecast regional hospital demands for almost two years, according to a new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. The forecasting system, which municipal authorities credit with helping Austin maintain […]

Keeping the Gulf Coast Strong

Read the original story here, posted on September 25, 2018. The spotted seatrout is one of the most prized targets of saltwater recreational fisheries in Texas. The sport fishing…