UH College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics
February 2010
Bucking National Trend, UH Strengthens Geoscience Field Programs.
In this issue...
UH Scientist's Stem Cell Breakthrough: Using Skin Cells To Grow New Heart Tissue
A heart patient's own skin cells could soon be used to repair damaged cardiac tissue, thanks to the pioneering stem cell research of the University of Houston's newest biomedical scientist. more
UH Researchers Win International Geophysics Award
UH Biology Professor Awarded Prestigious AAAS Honor
A University of Houston biology professor was named a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), a prestigious career distinction achieved by only a handful of other UH faculty. more

UH Researchers Win International Geophysics Award
Keep Up With UH? There's An App For That
University of Houston computer science students have developed a free custom iPhone application with handy features for Cougars and campus visitors. more

UH Researchers Win International Geophysics Award
UH Establishes Joint Geoscience Degree With Chinese University
The College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics expanded its global reach with a new joint degree program in partnership with a top Chinese university. more