UT Health San Antonio Research

Proud to see @katemarmionsph research leadership receive nationwide recognition! The $44M NIH-backed RURAL Study is advancing health care innovation for underserved communities across the rural South and beyond. Learn more: bit.ly/4u9Mdst.

Congratulations to our faculty researcher recognized with the inaugural Texas Innovation Award, honoring leaders who translate research into real-world impact across Texas. This work reflects our mission to advance innovation that improves lives: bit.ly/4tOqghX

Did you know that more live births may mean a lower risk of stroke for women? New research co-led by @UTHealthSA uncovers this fascinating link. Read more: bit.ly/4usQXtb

UT San Antonio launches naloxone vending machine on @UTHealthSA campus to combat opioid overdose. Learn more: bit.ly/4ukNxbB

Research at @uthealthsa is gaining national momentum. New rankings place the university among the top 2% of research institutions in the U.S. From groundbreaking discoveries to expanded clinical trials, our work is driving impact across Texas and beyond: bit.ly/4cY5FkS

Circadian disruption may play a larger role in Alzheimer’s than we thought. @uthealthsa researchers are exploring how sleep, diet and metabolic rhythms interact with genetics, and whether restoring them could slow progression: bit.ly/4tncPWC

UT Health San Antonio researchers are breaking new ground in PTSD treatment! Their latest study offers hope & fresh solutions. Learn more via MSN.com: bit.ly/4cDSwOG.

Happy Biomedical Research Awareness Day 2026! Join us today, 9am–4pm at Lecture Hall Commons at @UTHealthSA & don’t miss the webinar at 11am CT. Register now: bit.ly/4tjgxk6. Learn how our animal friends contribute to medical progress for humans & animals.

Discover how the latest brain health breakthroughs and AI technology are transforming dementia care for patients and families. bit.ly/4vcKN1k

When it comes to longevity, timing is everything. UT Health San Antonio researchers found that treatments may work differently depending on when they’re given—opening the door to more precise, age-specific approaches to extend health and lifespan. bit.ly/4dDRtPM

UT San Antonio awards 14 interdisciplinary teams $543K in internal funding in the Health Research Challenge, boosting collaboration across the institution. bit.ly/3PKnhZx

Can a transplant drug help us age better? UT Health San Antonio is investigating. Learn more: bit.ly/4skThBP #Rapamycin #AgingResearch

Watch as expert faculty, residents and students at the recent UT San Antonio School of Dentistry Research Symposium share their oral and poster research presentations, driving discoveries that improve oral health to benefit the local community.

“Basic science is where progress begins. It is this fundamental work, driven by natural curiosity, that ultimately paves the way for tomorrow’s advances in human health.” – David Weiss, Dean of Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences at UT San Antonio @UTHealthSA_GSBS

Happy National Science Appreciation Day! 🔬✨ Today, we celebrate the curiosity, discoveries and innovations that shape our world. Thank a scientist, share a fun fact and let’s keep exploring together! uthscsa.edu/research #ScienceAppreciationDay #STEM

"Science, to me, is the opportunity to follow in the footsteps of great scientists who laid the foundations of our discipline. We are honored to be able to expand on their work to improve human lives and move science forward." — Bridgette Stewart, @UTHealthSA_SHP

We celebrate National Science Appreciation Day on Wednesday with a week of posts highlighting groundbreaking research and researchers at UT Health San Antonio! Explore how science shapes our future—visit: uthscsa.edu/research #ScienceAppreciationDay #STEM #ThankAResearcher

Empowering teachers, inspiring smiles! 🦷📚 UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry helps Texas teachers in underserved areas educate their students ages 5-10 on making oral health a lifelong habit: wp.uthscsa.edu/tooth/

In the news: UT San Antonio’s Barshop Institute is proud to join ARPA-H’s $144M PROSPR initiative to advance research on slowing aging and extending health span. Learn more: bit.ly/3N5iiBH

Today is National Donor Day—a powerful reminder that one choice can save countless lives. Become a hero. Consider registering as a donor and giving the gift of hope. Learn more: transplant.uthscsa.edu/donate-life/ #NationalDonorDay #DonateLife