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The Texas A&M Higher Education Center at McAllen
September 4, 2025

Texas A&M AgriLife to build research center in Rio Grande Valley

Board of Regents approves investment at Texas A&M Higher Education Center, McAllen

Kissing bug
September 2, 2025

Researchers urge for U.S. recognition of Chagas as endemic

Perspective article warns that underestimating Chagas risks diagnosis time, treatment and surveillance

A man in a maroon button down shirt sits with his arms propped up on a table while resting his chin on his hands.
August 28, 2025

Closing time at the pit: Ray Riley retires after 46 years

Leaving behind a legacy of meat science excellence, lasting education and barbecue tradition

A man in a suit and glases shakes the hand of another man in a suit at a banquet style event indoors.
August 27, 2025

A phone call that changed global medicine

How one invitation to Texas A&M set Gary Krishnan on a path to medical breakthroughs

A woman checking a child safety seat
August 25, 2025

Car seat safety events set for Sept. 13, Sept. 20 in Killeen, Bryan

Trained technicians will teach parents how to correctly install car seats

A person having their blood pressure taken
August 25, 2025

Senior Fun Fair and Health Resources set for Sept. 15 in Amarillo

Free event includes eye exams, flu shots and colorectal cancer screening

A young girl hugging a female soldier
August 25, 2025

Accessible youth development programs topic of Sept. 10 webinar

Event focuses on fostering positive outcomes through camps, 4-H and military youth services 

Dmitry Kurouski leans over a lab bench covered in light-based sensors with green light
August 21, 2025

Novel technique scans for health cues using light and skin

Texas A&M AgriLife researchers use keychain-sized device for insights on personalized nutrition

Tereza Magalhaes, Ph.D., in her lab.
August 20, 2025

Cracking the code of mosquito-borne disease outbreaks

Magalhaes melds entomology, epidemiology to safeguard human, animal health

Two children hugging their dad who is wearing fatigues.
August 13, 2025

Challenges for military-connected teens topic of Aug. 27 webinar

Event explores fostering belonging in transient students to build a sense of community

five women stand in from of a 4-H backdrop with an award
August 12, 2025

AgriLife Extension agents earn honors for 4-H program excellence

State association recognizes innovative STEM, agriculture, leadership and community service programs

Lauren Muhlberger standing in her lab wearing a white lab coat.
August 11, 2025

The Texas A&M-trained tastemaker

Flavor is what pulls us back to childhood kitchens, family dinners or the first bite of something unforgettable. But behind every sip and bite is someone shaping that experience, blending science with storytelling. For ‘senior certified flavorist’ Lauren Muhlberger ’12, that someone is her.

four women standing, one with a plaque in her hands
August 8, 2025

AgriLife Extension family and community health agents earn honors

Labeled tubes filled with liquid
August 7, 2025

Researchers identify promising new compound to treat tuberculosis

World’s deadliest infectious disease needs novel, effective antibiotics

An individual sitting quietly in a garden setting
August 5, 2025

Free mental health workshop scheduled for Aug. 19 in Texarkana 

Learn mindfulness to help reduce stress and live better 

Texas A&M AgriLife in white against a maroon background
August 1, 2025

Texas Extension Specialist Association announces 2025 award winners

Professional association recognizes AgriLife Extension agents and staff for outreach, impact

Students with red light headlamps and flashlights capture insects with a white sheet.
August 1, 2025

Camp youth explore forensics and entomology

Texas A&M Department of Entomology camps offer hands-on experiences in insect science and forensic investigation

Man in military uniform sitting on couch talking with woman and teenager.
July 31, 2025

Support for military-connected teens topic of Aug. 13 webinar

Panel will discuss role of service providers in promoting positive youth development 

a pile of social security cards and money
July 28, 2025

Social Security Disability Insurance focus of Aug. 6 webinar

Real-world scenarios and tools will be shared to help providers

July 25, 2025

Superior Service Awards honor AgriLife Extension employees

23 individuals and 6 teams earn recognition for exceptional dedication and service