News & Communications

The following are the latest UH news items, as well as features and communications from the Office of the Provost.

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February 26, 2026

UH Leads Texas with Seven Senior Members Named to National Academy of Inventors

Seven University of Houston faculty members have been named Senior Members of the National Academy of Inventors — the most of any Texas institution this year — reinforcing UH’s leadership in research-driven innovation with real-world impact.

February 25, 2026

University of Houston Scientist Helps Rethink Microbial Future of Space Travel

A global team of scientists has identified an often-overlooked biological system — biofilms — as a critical factor in the future of human space exploration.

February 24, 2026

Unlocking the ‘Urban Mine’: UH Researchers Map a Path to US Mineral Sovereignty Through E-Waste

Inside America’s junk drawers sits an untapped fortune, and a national and economic security solution. As the global race for critical minerals intensifies, University of Houston researchers have unveiled a breakthrough supply chain model designed to transform e-waste from a mounting environmental hazard into a stable, domestic engine for the U.S. economy.