Human Development and Family Sciences
Cutting-Edge Research Across the Life Course
Dr. Deborah Jacobvitz reflects on the exciting research being conducted by HDFS faculty and why HDFS at UT-Austin is among the the nation’s best interdisciplinary departments.
Nutritional Sciences
The Human Connection
Cancer research involves many steps, from the laboratory all the way to the clinic. Researchers at The University of Texas at Austin have a chance to see how their work affects patients
Textiles and Apparel
The Joy of Creating
Have you ever dreamed of unleashing your inner Vera Wang? You can learn to sew, draft and follow patterns, and complete the garment you have always wanted (but can’t find in stores).
Priscilla Pond Flawn Child and Family Laboratory
Nurturing roots for life-long learning. The Child and Family Laboratory provides a high quality early childhood experience to children ages 18 months through 6 years of age. We provide educational and training opportunities for our university students through observation and interaction in the classrooms.
Dell Pediatric Research Institute
The Dell Pediatric Research Institute (DPRI) is The University of Texas at Austin’s new state-of-the-art medical research facility that will advance understanding of childhood diseases and disorders and help take pediatric care in Central Texas to a new level.
Historical Textiles and Apparel Collection
The Division of Textiles and Apparel, School of Human Ecology, holds a collection of over 5,000 textile and apparel items. Artifacts date from an 1820 empire bodice in mint condition to 1980s women’s daytime and evening apparel and accessories.