Distinguished Biomedical Engineer

Richard Smalling, MD, PhD, professor and James D. Woods Distinguished Chair in Cardiovascular Medicine, was elected into the Inaugural Academy of Distinguished Biomedical Engineers at The University of Texas, Austin, April 28.


Honoring our Fallen Veterans

Graphic by Omar Aguado/Office of Communications This Memorial Day, McGovern Medical School remembers and honors all of the men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces who have lost their lives while serving in the line of duty.


Women in Medicine & Sciences Feature: Theresa Koehler, PhD

Each month, the Women Faculty Forum presents its Women in Medicine and Sciences Feature, highlighting the women faculty at McGovern Medical School who are leaders in medicine, research, and education. This month’s feature is Theresa Koehler, PhD, chair emerita for…


John Freeman Faculty Teaching Award – Claire E. Hulsebosch, PhD

Claire E. Hulsebosch, PhD, professor in the Department of Neurobiology and Anatomy, is the 2023 recipient of the John H. Freeman Award for Faculty Teaching. Chosen by the senior class, the John H. Freeman Award recognizes the McGovern Medical School’s…


Tsong wins 2023 Crow Scholarship

Heather Tsong, PhD candidate in the laboratory of Andrea Stavoe, PhD, in the Department of Neurobiology and Anatomy, is the 2023 recipient of the Terry J. Crow, PhD Scholarship in Neuroscience. Tong received the scholarship for her outstanding scholastic achievements….


In memoriam: Noranna Warner, MD

Noranna B. Warner, MD, retired faculty member in the Division of Rheumatology, died May 8, 2023 in Houston, following a brief illness. She was 76. Dr. Warner was born in Lynwood, Calif., on June 7, 1946. Her family moved from…


Popsicles for Postdocs

Photos by Dwight Andrews/Office of Communications McGovern Medical School postdocs enjoy a Postdoc Popsicle Social courtesy of the UTHealth Houston Postdoc Association, April 27 in Webber Plaza.


Learning to be Leaders

Photo by Dwight Andrews/Office of Communications McGovern Medical School professors, senior level physicians, associate deans, and senior level staff members participate in the UTHealth Houston Executive Leaders Institute, March 23. Participants in the program receive a personal leadership assessment to…


Know Science. No Stigma.

Graphics by Omar Aguado/Office of Communications May is Mental Health Awareness Month, which has been observed in the United States since 1949. Celebrate mental health awareness throughout the month and help fight stigma, provide support, and educate the public.


Psychiatry to host Trauma & Resilience Conference

The Louis A. Faillace, MD Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences will host the 2023 UTHealth Houston Trauma & Resilience Conference June 2 at The Intercontinental Hotel (6750 Main St.). The theme for the 2023 conference is Elder Abuse and…