August's Paper of the Month highlights research by UT MD Anderson UTHealth Houston Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences Genetics and Epigenetics student Mo-Fan (Elena) Huang and collaborators, who combined artificial intelligence and stem cell biology to develop an optimized approach to producing mature, functional liver cells while identifying key genetic regulators that drive liver development. Published in the Journal of Biological Chemistry, the study could improve disease modeling, drug testing, and regenerative medicine.

Weeks of preparation culminated in a day of scientific discovery, collaboration, and celebration at the Graduate School’s 10th annual Graduate Student Research Day. Attendees experienced the outstanding work of 69 student finalists through oral presentations, poster sessions, and elevator pitch competitions. Congratulations to this year's winners, and thank you to the students, faculty, judges, sponsors and staff who made the day possible.

Graduate School Distinguished Alumna Yolanda (Yoli) Sanchez, PhD '93, reflects on how her journey from graduate student to director and CEO of the University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center transformed her definition of success — from making discoveries to helping others achieve their own.

Communications Assistant Lauren Nguyen helps keep the Graduate School community informed and connected through her work to showcase the people who make the Graduate School a vibrant and welcoming community. Learn about her journey from student communications worker at the University of Houston to her role at the Graduate School.

The Graduate School's Community Outreach Group is helping spark curiosity about science throughout Houston. Through partnerships with local schools, museums, and community organizations, student volunteers lead hands-on activities that make biomedical science accessible and fun for learners of all ages. Meet the GSBS Community Outreach leadership team and learn what inspires their passion for science communication and community engagement.

The UTHealth Houston Center for Clinical and Translational Sciences hosted its fourth annual T1-T4 in 3 (Minutes) Translational Challenge on June 10. The eight in-person presenters and one online presenter, Natasha Garcia-Rodriguez, competed for monetary prizes to support their research.