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Division of Research
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Health and Well-being

Our work explores the intricate connections between genetics, lifestyle, environment, and human health. From fundamental research to transformative therapies and biomedical innovations, we address the impacts of climate events, urbanization and mental health. We examine the role of culture and creativity in promoting overall well-being.

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  • Devin Shaffer in lab

    UH Researchers Making Clean Water More Accessible

    Devin Shaffer, assistant professor of civil and environmental engineering, has developed a membrane that lets water flow through up to eight times faster while keeping out salt.
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    AI Drives Development of Cancer Fighting Software

    CellChorus Inc., a UH spinoff company, is commercializing the UH-developed Time-lapse Imaging Microscopy In Nanowell Grids™ platform for dynamic single-cell analysis with label-free analysis with a $2.5 million grant from the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences.
  • Tyler Varisco

    UH Unveils Treatment Access Guidelines for Opioid Use Disorder

    Tyler Varisco, assistant professor of pharmaceutical health outcomes and policy, spearheaded the project to develop pharmacy guidelines funded by the Foundation for Opioid Response Efforts and published on the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy website.

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