Reiser talks brain health, AI and primary care at Global Brain Economy Summit The UTMB president outlined how health systems can play a transformative role in advancing "brain capital." Read More
UTMB research proposes new way to understand addiction The “frustration brake failure” hypothesis suggests frustration may play an important role in substance use disorders alongside craving, impulsivity, and habit. Read More
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UTMB News UTMB president highlights brain health, AI, and primary care at Global Brain Economy Summit September 22, 2026 • 3:54 p.m. by Stephen Hadley Speaking alongside national leaders in medicine, health policy, and philanthropy, Dr. Jochen Reiser outlined how health systems can play a transformative role in advancing "brain capital." Back-to-school nutrition and the essential role of dietitians: A conversation with Chelsea Hoover, MS, RD September 22, 2026 • 10:26 a.m. by Carly Boers As routines shift with the school year, podcast hosts Sarah Samreen, MD, and Andrea Stark, DO, join registered dietitian Chelsea Hoover to share practical meal planning tips, nutrition updates, and strategies for long-term metabolic health. UTMB research proposes new way to understand addiction September 22, 2026 • 9:49 a.m. by Margaret Battistelli Gardner The “frustration brake failure” hypothesis suggests frustration may play an important role in substance use disorders alongside craving, impulsivity, and habit. UTMB collaborates with OpenEvidence to integrate AI platform directly into clinical workflows September 22, 2026 • 9:10 a.m. by Stephen Hadley Secure integration puts cited, evidence-based clinical intelligence inside the electronic health record, with clinician adoption growing significantly since its March launch. UTMB Health adds prescription kiosks to urgent care September 22, 2026 • 8:00 a.m. by Katherine Adams New prescription kiosks at UTMB Health urgent care clinics will provide faster access to medications, eliminating the need for many patients to make a separate pharmacy trip. UTMB researchers highlight how brain economy principles could transform clinical care September 21, 2026 • 3:01 p.m. by Stephen Hadley New publication outlines a patient-centered framework connecting brain health, innovation, and better health outcomes. Red tide along Galveston coast: What beachgoers need to know September 18, 2026 • 3:44 p.m. by Margaret Battistelli Gardner The algae bloom could cause respiratory symptoms in beachgoers and poses additional risks for people with asthma and other chronic lung conditions. Are supplements worth it? How to separate the science from marketing September 18, 2026 • 9:57 a.m. by Katherine Adams Nutritional supplements may have a role for some people, but they are not a substitute for a healthy diet, medical care, or lifestyle changes. The simple benefits of adding more plant-based foods to your plate September 17, 2026 • 10:25 a.m. by Leslie Sanderson A plant-based diet focuses on foods that come from plants, including vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds. Learn more about exploring this lifestyle option. First ISLAND Promise nursing students find community, support, and a future at UTMB September 16, 2026 • 4:16 p.m. by Leslie Sanderson A new group of students in The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) School of Nursing is making history as the inaugural recipients of the ISLAND Promise, a scholarship and workforce development initiative. More UTMB News Search Categories Awards & Accolades Education Faculty/Staff News Health Care In The News Innovations News Releases Top News UTMB Research Contact Media Team UTMB Experts
UTMB president highlights brain health, AI, and primary care at Global Brain Economy Summit September 22, 2026 • 3:54 p.m. by Stephen Hadley Speaking alongside national leaders in medicine, health policy, and philanthropy, Dr. Jochen Reiser outlined how health systems can play a transformative role in advancing "brain capital."
Back-to-school nutrition and the essential role of dietitians: A conversation with Chelsea Hoover, MS, RD September 22, 2026 • 10:26 a.m. by Carly Boers As routines shift with the school year, podcast hosts Sarah Samreen, MD, and Andrea Stark, DO, join registered dietitian Chelsea Hoover to share practical meal planning tips, nutrition updates, and strategies for long-term metabolic health.
UTMB research proposes new way to understand addiction September 22, 2026 • 9:49 a.m. by Margaret Battistelli Gardner The “frustration brake failure” hypothesis suggests frustration may play an important role in substance use disorders alongside craving, impulsivity, and habit.
UTMB collaborates with OpenEvidence to integrate AI platform directly into clinical workflows September 22, 2026 • 9:10 a.m. by Stephen Hadley Secure integration puts cited, evidence-based clinical intelligence inside the electronic health record, with clinician adoption growing significantly since its March launch.
UTMB Health adds prescription kiosks to urgent care September 22, 2026 • 8:00 a.m. by Katherine Adams New prescription kiosks at UTMB Health urgent care clinics will provide faster access to medications, eliminating the need for many patients to make a separate pharmacy trip.
UTMB researchers highlight how brain economy principles could transform clinical care September 21, 2026 • 3:01 p.m. by Stephen Hadley New publication outlines a patient-centered framework connecting brain health, innovation, and better health outcomes.
Red tide along Galveston coast: What beachgoers need to know September 18, 2026 • 3:44 p.m. by Margaret Battistelli Gardner The algae bloom could cause respiratory symptoms in beachgoers and poses additional risks for people with asthma and other chronic lung conditions.
Are supplements worth it? How to separate the science from marketing September 18, 2026 • 9:57 a.m. by Katherine Adams Nutritional supplements may have a role for some people, but they are not a substitute for a healthy diet, medical care, or lifestyle changes.
The simple benefits of adding more plant-based foods to your plate September 17, 2026 • 10:25 a.m. by Leslie Sanderson A plant-based diet focuses on foods that come from plants, including vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds. Learn more about exploring this lifestyle option.
First ISLAND Promise nursing students find community, support, and a future at UTMB September 16, 2026 • 4:16 p.m. by Leslie Sanderson A new group of students in The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) School of Nursing is making history as the inaugural recipients of the ISLAND Promise, a scholarship and workforce development initiative.