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Read the latest news from the College of Natural Sciences at The University of Texas at Austin

Announcements

UT Austin Launches Resource to Connect STEM-Interested Youth, Teachers to Programming

With more young people interested in pursuing future careers related to science, technology, engineering or mathematics, STEM Starts allows users to access information from groups...

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World’s Largest International Dark Sky Reserve Created by McDonald Observatory, Community Partners

The world’s largest International Dark Sky Reserve is coming to Texas and Mexico,.

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2022 State of the College Address

On March 3, 2022, Dean David Vanden Bout presented to members of the college community his vision and reflections on core college values of community...

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UT Austin Hires Director for Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

Lee Clippard has been selected to serve as executive director of the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, the official botanic garden and arboretum of Texas.

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Meet the Scientists Who are New to the Faculty this Spring

More about the newest faces in the College.

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David Vanden Bout Appointed Dean of the College of Natural Sciences

Vanden Bout has served in top College of Natural Sciences leadership posts since 2014, both as associate dean for undergraduate education and, since 2018, as...

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Campus Event to Celebrate Health and Science Heroes Linked to COVID-19 Vaccines

UT Austin scientists have been at the forefront of the race for coronavirus vaccines and the efforts to track and prevent its spread.

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Shacham Receives NSF Grant for Cybersecurity Research

The National Science Foundation has awarded funding for a project focused on securing web browser operations led by Hovav Shacham

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Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Receives Field Station Designation

The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center has been integral for UT Austin's involvement in life sciences research.

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CNS Welcomes 16 New Faculty Members

See the new faces around the College of Natural Sciences.

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