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Sep 22, 2022
UH researcher awarded new grant to study Latinx smokers and impact of microaggressions
Houston, TX Discrimination can be enacted in overt and intended ways, but it can also occur in many subtle forms. Leading questions such...
Sep 22, 2022
Four Pilot Grants Awarded to HEALTH-RCMI Researchers and Early-Stage Investigators
Houston, TX To nurture the research paths of early-stage investigators, pilot project grants are tailored to help jump-start their...
Aug 19, 2022
Breakthrough infections have become normal, challenging some Houstonians’ trust in COVID vaccine
By Julian Gill, Staff writer at the Houston Chronicle August 12, 2022 | Houston, TX Texas Southern University student Ayeisha Mitchell...
Aug 18, 2022
Empowering smokers to quit: UH researcher's app slated to help African American smokers
Crushing the craving to smoke is no easy feat—perhaps a herculean task for many who have key triggers to light up. Addressing the...
Aug 17, 2022
HEALTH-RCMI's Safiya Friday wins University of Houston’s Division of Research Staff Excellence Award
Houston, Texas It is not always easy to finesse leadership with a quiet, inspirational strength—but having the drive to motivate others...
Aug 15, 2022
Effective Mentorship: UH researcher lands cancer equity paper in international journal
Houston, TX Finding a strong mentor who is dedicated to your development requires a true commitment that’s grounded in reciprocity and...
Jul 25, 2022
UH Professor’s Support of Syrian Refugee Communities Goes Global
Fulbright Specialist Samina Salim Sharing Insights, Expertise in Jordan What started as a scientific investigation has become a passion...
Jul 20, 2022
Research on Marijuana Use Earns Recognition for UH College of Education Ph.D. Student
After years of working as a research chemist, University of Houston doctoral student Kerry Chávez decided to change careers and study...
Jul 12, 2022
Why community engagement can be your most crucial resource according to HEALTH-RCMI's Evan Coleman
Houston, Texas Empathy is one of the most life-affirming, essential traits of a community health worker who strives to help underserved...
Jul 7, 2022
Houston focus groups shed new light on COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy amid surge of subvariants
Houston, Texas — June 24, 2022 As two new Omicron subvariants emerge in the U.S., Americans brave through their third unpredictable...
Jun 10, 2022
11 Ways To Cope with the Learned Helplessness and Secondary Trauma After Mass Shootings
Houston, Texas, June 10, 2022 Still reeling from the aftermath of the mass shooting in Uvalde, parents and students grapple with one of...
Jun 1, 2022
How to cope with trauma after a mass shooting
From The Defender Network, Written by Laura Onyeneho | May 30, 2022 The mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas and...
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