A Surprise of a Lifetime
A Nature study led by UT Health Sciences researcher Rob Williams shows that genes linked to mortality shift across the lifespan and differ dramatically between sexes.
Solving Problems for Tennessee
UT researchers use a diversified funding portfolio to advance quantum technology, agriculture and other discoveries, supporting solutions for Tennessee while limiting the effects of shifting federal support.
Enter the Quantum Realm
UT System researchers are translating quantum science into practical technologies that strengthen cybersecurity, accelerate discovery, improve sensing and prepare a workforce for the emerging quantum economy.
Learning in Their Shadow
UT Southern MBA students shadow regional executives through Southern Shadow, applying leadership theory to workplace experiences while building professional confidence, career direction and meaningful connections.
Fighting Tick and Mosquito Diseases
UT veterinary researcher Hameeda Sultana is uncovering how tick proteins help viruses evade host defenses, advancing potential vaccines that block disease transmission before pathogens reach people.
Trying to Change the Outcome
UT Martin alumna Kelly Harris researches new cancer treatment approaches at the FDA, including repurposing existing drugs to improve outcomes for patients with triple-negative breast cancer.
Invaluable
A CTAS study found Tennessee counties with trained finance officers and centralized accounting structures reduced audit findings, underscoring the value of investing in finance staff.
Ascending
UT Knoxville’s inaugural Ascent Program provides faculty awards of up to $50,000 to advance transformative scholarship and creative projects spanning music, architecture, art history, archaeology and film.
A Garden For Everyone
New accessible raised garden beds at the Clyde Austin 4-H Center give campers of all abilities hands-on STEM learning, job skills and opportunities to connect with nature.
UTAA President Jimmie Mancell Supports UT System Vision
UT Alumni Association President Dr. Jimmie Mancell draws on his experiences across three UT campuses to champion systemwide success and support a new medical education building.
What If?
This issue of Our Tennessee explores how University of Tennessee research investments turn bold questions into discoveries that improve lives, strengthen communities and create opportunities across the state.
Creation of the UT Research Foundation
Founded in 1934 by UT Knoxville professors Kenneth Hertel and W.R. Woolrich, the UT Research Corporation evolved into today’s UT Research Foundation, advancing innovation, entrepreneurship and economic development.
Making Quantum Make Sense
UTC researchers use EPB’s commercial quantum network to advance quantum networking experiments, train undergraduate students and help prepare Chattanooga for the rapidly growing quantum technology era.
Reduced-Credit Undergraduate Degree Moves Toward Implementation
The UT Board of Trustees approved a framework enabling campuses to develop reduced-credit undergraduate degrees that lower costs, shorten completion time and support Tennessee’s high-demand workforce needs.
Impactful Generosity
A historic $130 million gift from Dee and Jimmy Haslam will advance student success, faculty recruitment and scholarships at UT Knoxville and the Haslam College of Business.
UTC Alumnus A. Hamid Andalib Returns to Teach
Ellis Island Medal of Honor recipient and UTC alumnus A. Hamid Andalib will teach entrepreneurship at the Gary W. Rollins College of Business beginning spring 2027.
UT Southern, Tennessee 4-H Offer Scholarship
UT Southern has joined the Tennessee 4-H Horizon Award Scholarship program, creating $1,000 scholarship opportunities for eligible senior Level 1 state project winners.
Public Health Degree Comes to Regional Centers
Beginning in fall 2026, UT Martin will offer its public health concentration at all six regional centers, expanding access to health and human performance degree pathways.
$4 Million Commitment Helps Expand Health Hubs Statewide
UT Health Sciences and UnitedHealth Group are expanding the neighborhood health hub network to provide free screenings, health education and workforce development programs in medically underserved communities.
Go Team Mascots!
More than 30 organizations joined a College of Veterinary Medicine symposium to share practices that support the welfare of live-animal mascots and their handlers across collegiate and professional sports.
CTAS Awards Scholarships to Detective for National Forensic Academy
Detective Matt Johnson of the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office received a CTAS scholarship to advance his forensic investigation skills at the National Forensic Academy this year.
