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The Hantavirus Outbreak: 20 Years Later

How scientists and the Texas Tech Tissue Libraries worked together to understand the 1993 epidemic.

Texas Tech Biology Lab Helps "Save the Frogs"

Removing trash can help prevent death and deformities in amphibians.

Commencement Ceremonies Set for Friday, Saturday

More than 3,900 will graduate; Here’s a list of top graduates and banner bearers.

Staying Prepared for the Next Possible Outbreak

Hantivirus epidemic has helped scientists search for other diseases that might crop up in humans.

Texas Tech Research Plays Key Role in Identifying Disease

Large specimen collection at Natural Science Research Laboratory provided the crucial information.

Internet Mapping Course Honored for its Uniqueness

The class is ranked one of the “10 Technology Classes We Wish We Took in College” by TechSchool.com.

Volunteers Needed for Save the Frogs Day 2013

A series of Save the Frogs Day events will start April 26 to raise awareness.

History Professor's Take on New Jackie Robinson Biopic

Film hits home run with moviegoers, but could it send wrong message to African-Americans?

Madness at Boston Marathon: Faculty, Staff and Alumnus Recount Monday's Bombing

Witnessing both explosions, several give their stories.

Water Policy Expert to Visit Texas Tech

Daniel Craig McCool will discuss the Ogallala Aquifer and its relation to the Katrina Syndrome.

From Birdie to Bogey: How Stress Affects Your Game

Texas Tech sports psychologist says Tiger Woods’ improved play is proof that in golf, mental health is key.

Biologist to Study Eavesdropping Parasites

Ximena Bernal receives $508,000 NSF grant to study how midges locate their victims.

Biologist Earns $1.6 Million NIH Grant

Kai Zhang will study a microscopic parasite responsible for a tropical disease.

Graduate Student Chosen for Prestigious Fellowship

Doctoral candidate Michael Shewmaker named a Stanford University Wallace Stegner fellow.

Scientists: Pirate Perch Likely Use Chemical Camouflage to Fool Prey

Research finds that fish could be the first animal discovered that is capable of such tactics.

Professors Honored for 45 Years of Service

Robert Baker and Allan Kuethe both started at Texas Tech in 1967.

School of Art Presents Master's Thesis Art Exhibitions

Shows spotlight a graduating master-level student’s primary and secondary studio artwork.

Texas Tech Physicists: Higgs Boson Likely Discovered

Though more studies needed, the search for “God” particle may be over.

Professors of the Pavement

Texas Tech faculty and staff receive many benefits from their start-up running group.

Historian, Veteran to Serve on Vietnam Education Center Committee

Ron Milam will help advise construction of a learning facility at the Vietnam Veterans and Lincoln Memorials.