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School of Dentistry research launches to International Space Station aboard SpaceX CRS-34 mission

Research from UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry is now orbiting Earth aboard the International Space Station as part of an innovative project studying how to preserve bone health in space.

May 21, 2026

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Full circle impact: National research leader gives back to the school that shaped her

May 27, 2026
A group of 10 people in white lab coats stands together in a cleanroom setting. The person in the center holds a rectangular device with blue handles. Behind them is a large backdrop showing the interior of a spacecraft.

School of Dentistry research launches to International Space Station aboard SpaceX CRS-34 mission

May 21, 2026
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Nguyen garners Freeman Award for Faculty Teaching

May 19, 2026
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Class of 2026 honored at Dental Hygiene Awards

May 18, 2026
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School of Dentistry marks 121st commencement ceremony, honors 2026 classes

May 14, 2026
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King honored with Bruning Award for Outstanding Teaching

May 13, 2026
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Bentley wins McGovern Outstanding Teaching Award

May 11, 2026
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OKU Mu Mu Chapter welcomes 2026 inductees, celebrates excellence in scholarship and character

May 4, 2026
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Barros receives 2026 President’s Scholar Award for Excellence in Clinical Service

May 1, 2026
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Liu wins Health Equity Innovation Award alongside UTHealth Houston student peers

May 1, 2026
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Wong honored with Canadian Forces Medallion for decades of service to military dental surgery

April 29, 2026
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Reception honors Fonteles as new pediatric dentistry chair

April 24, 2026
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12th Annual Cinderfella raises more than $15,000 while honoring Mina Rosenthal-Eames

April 22, 2026
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Students named to national ASDA leadership roles

April 22, 2026
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Global perspective: Dental students complete inaugural international externship in Thailand

April 21, 2026
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UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry hosts Family Day for DDS Class of 2029

April 20, 2026
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Beyond the CV: John A. Valenza, DDS

April 17, 2026
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2026 class celebrated at DDS Senior Awards

April 17, 2026
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Dental school community rallies for Giving Day 2026

April 14, 2026
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School of Dentistry receives national recognition at 2026 AADOCR meeting

April 14, 2026

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