UH College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics
Summer 2010
Geologist's Work Improves Odds of Finding Diamonds
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Geologist's Work Improves Odds of Finding Diamonds
While prospectors and geologists have been successful in finding diamonds through diligent searching, one University of Houston professor and his team’s work could help improve the odds by focusing future searches in particular areas. more
UH Receives $2.4 Million For New, Multidisciplinary Cancer Research
UH Receives $2.4 Million For New, Multidisciplinary Cancer Research
The University of Houston received a $2.4 million grant to fund the most promising young cancer researchers who are working at the cutting edge of a new multidisciplinary approach to fighting cancer. more

Youngsters Escape the Heat for Cool Science at UH
Youngsters Escape the Heat for Cool Science at UH
Dozens of bright but underprivileged middle-school students enjoyed a two-week, fun-filled summer math and science camp at the University of Houston. more

Sequencing of First Frog Genome Sheds Light on Treating Disease
Sequencing of First Frog Genome Sheds Light on Treating Disease
Dozens of bright but underprivileged middle-school students enjoyed a two-week, fun-filled summer math and science camp at the University of Houston. more