Research + Discovery

Spring 2018

Mayan Poets, Storytellers Share their Ancient Language

A new book, translated by a TCU professor, highlights contemporary Mayan poets and storytellers.

Spring 2018

Waste Management Is Key to Preventing Ocean Pollution

Students tackle problematic plastics during Frog Forum.

Spring 2018

Professor Studies Operator Algebras to Better Understand Quantum Mechanics

Mathematics professor shines a light into the unknown in search of scientific connections.

Spring 2018

Personalized Medicine is Tomorrow’s Health Care

Pharmacogenomic testing opens the possibility of a tailored mix of medicines.

Winter 2018

Using Art to Treat Illness and Trauma

Amanda Allison and her students at TCU earned acclaim for designing therapeutic art programs.

Winter 2018

Understanding Literacy in Kids with Cochlear Implants

Even with hearing corrected, children may lag behind in language or reading comprehension.

Winter 2018

Rhiannon Mayne Collects Meteorites

TCU’s resident meteorite expert explores clues about Earth’s beginnings.

Winter 2018

Germán Gutiérrez Believes in the Power of Music

The director of orchestras at TCU says music is a way for people to work together and put aside political differences.

Winter 2018

Practice Mindfulness for Less Stress and Better Sleep

Students and faculty go with the flow of meditation and mindfulness.

Winter 2018

China and Russia’s Relationship: A Q&A and Timeline

Carrie Liu Currier and Kiril Tochkov discuss trust, differences and rivalry between the two superpowers.