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Even if you’re not talking politics at work, it’s coming to the office with you
Sep. 16, 2026 • 4 min. readResearchers find that political news consumed outside of work can affect employees' engagement, anxiety and willingness to help co-workers.
Texas A&M to carry ‘Standing for America’ message into NASCAR’s Bristol night race
Sep. 15, 2026 • 6 min. readThe university and Haas Factory Team will extend the Red, White and Blue Game tribute while sharing Texas A&M’s commitment to working together as a force for good.
Study reveals surprising cause of immune challenges in people with Down syndrome
Sep. 15, 2026 • 5 min. readResearchers identify an unexpected genetic pathway behind excess hydrogen sulfide — offering fresh insight into infection risk, inflammation and potential new therapies.
Study explores how ketamine reshapes brain activity in older adults
Sep. 11, 2026 • 4 min. readThe findings could help researchers better understand treatment response in depression.
How cellphone data can help airports improve the travel experience
Sep. 11, 2026 • 4 min. readResearchers use mobile network signals to build a forecasting model that predicts crowds, cuts congestion and emissions and drives staffing and transit decisions.
As antibiotic resistance grows, researchers turn to copper to fight infections
Sep. 10, 2026 • 5 min. readScientists look to harness the body's natural defenses by studying how the immune system uses copper against urinary tract infections — and how bacteria fight back.
A healthy sports culture encourages responsible drinking habits
Sep. 10, 2026 • 3 min. readSports and alcohol are often intertwined, but a Texas A&M researcher says the type of culture surrounding sports can play a strong role in whether fans drink responsibly.
A study of S&P 500 firms found CEO political affiliation was associated with whether companies followed industry peers — and how those strategies performed.
Two decades after the last major air-quality study, researchers find new pollutants and new sources across the state.
Football analytics conference brings NFL, ESPN and academic experts to Texas A&M
Sep. 8, 2026 • 2 min. readThe state's first symposium of its kind will explore how data in sport, business and human performance is reshaping the game.