Suresh Babu has been appointed senior advisor for research and STEM workforce development initiatives at UT, in a role that will focus on strategic investments in research and development, and curricular innovations aimed at preparing a 21st-century STEM workforce. The position will serve the Office of the Provost and Office of Research, Innovation, and Economic Development to advise on emerging national trends and opportunities to position UT as a thought leader in the national and global community.