Aggies are working together to make a difference in the lives of people without access to medical care through the innovative BUILD program.

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Recognized with four Fast Company awards in 2025, Texas A&M University transformed breakthrough ideas and compassionate innovation into hope and healing for communities across Texas and the world.

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Researchers are advancing breakthrough treatments like 3D-printed medicines, regenerative heart patches and Alzheimer’s therapies by creating practical solutions that transform care and improve lives globally.

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Food security starts here

March 11, 2026 • 3 min. read

Food is fundamental to a bright, safe future. Through AI, robotics and biosecurity, researchers are advancing sustainable production, protecting health and strengthening resilience for a growing population.

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Researchers are reimagining energy, from biodegradable batteries to ice-based thermal storage and metallic gels, advancing grid resilience, clean power and sustaining economic growth for the future.

Roku CEO Anthony Wood

Anthony Wood ’87 used his inventive nature, vision — and desire to neatly preserve ‘Star Trek: The Next Generation’ episodes for future viewing — to move from DVR creator to streaming TV pioneer.

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Texas A&M experts explain that building resilient communities takes sustained collaboration, reflecting the university’s commitment to serving others and being a force for good.

Developed by a surgeon and Texas A&M School of Engineering Medicine students, the Vasculator allows surgeons to input patient symptoms to generate risk assessments.

Raising kids in the digital world requires setting boundaries and taking charge to encourage healthy habits.

A yearlong presence across NASCAR and IndyCar delivers sustained national visibility and marquee moments that position Texas A&M as A Force For Good.