Jeannie Kever

Safer, fast-charging aqueous battery developed

A 3D zinc-manganese nano-alloy anode has been developed, resulting in a stable, high-performance aqueous battery that uses seawater as an electrolyte.

Subsea research group receives funding for research, economic development

The Subsea Systems Institute received $9.5 million for workforce training and economic development as well as improving energy efficiency and safety on offshore platforms.

Improving offshore safety with increased mindfulness

A partnership among University of Houston researchers and energy companies, Diamond Offshore Drilling and Baker Hughes, will examine whether simple exercises designed to increase mindfulness can reduce potential safety risks associated with offshore operations.