At just 13 years old, Myreen Ahsan is already earning recognition usually reserved for PhD candidates and seasoned professionals. From leading-edge research on brain cancer to award-winning robotics projects, the Friendswood Junior High student is blazing a trail in science, medicine, and technology.
Hurricane Beryl left a historical path of destruction in its wake, killing 64 people, leaving nearly 3 million without power, and causing billions of dollars in infrastructure damage. The visible aftermath of a hurricane or a traumatic weather event is obvious, but what about the effects that people can’t see?
Three UTHealth Houston researchers were awarded more than $5 million in funding from the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT), furthering the state’s mission to prevent and treat cancer through innovative science and core infrastructure.