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Forecasters predict about nine to 15 tropical storms this year, with as many as four to eight of those becoming hurricanes. University of Houston resources have expertise in a variety of topics related to storms – before, during and after.

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The Texas Obesity Research Center (TORC) promotes interdisciplinary research, education and training to combat the global epidemic of obesity. Please consider these stories from TORC.

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The debate over whether President Obama has the authority under the War Powers Resolution to continue U.S. military involvement in Libya has come down to interpretation of the word “hostilities.” A UH Law Center expert on international law is available to comment on the issue, which he calls "highly problematic for U.S. military personnel."

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The recent suicide of a Rutgers University freshman has brought the media’s attention to the issue of bullying and cyber bullying, in particular. The University of Houston has experts available to discuss issues related to bullying, reasons for the trend, what parents and students can do, and what’s happening in schools.

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With predictions for a more active hurricane season this year, an array of University of Houston researchers are available to address topics ranging from preparation to fall out, as well as various research endeavors.

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The world is aging through shifts in the age structure, leading to more people reaching older ages than before, and through successes in extending life. UH offers experts for Older Americans Month in May.

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Matters of the heart dominate in February with Valentine’s Day and the American Heart Association’s ‘Heart Month’ topping the list. The University of Houston offers resources that range from heart disease research to the analysis of relationships.

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Hurricane Ike was the third most destructive hurricane to ever make landfall in the United States and left such an imprint as to be among the list of retired hurricane names for the annals. UH offers a variety of resources for hurricane season, representing experts across a variety of fields.