A new computation, visualization and educational facility unveiled at the University of Houston will connect UH researchers with scientists worldwide and provide state-of-the-art tools to aid environmental studies, biological and biomedical research, and the development of energy exploration technologies. The Texas Learning and Computation Center, TLC2, is dedicated to designing and delivering advanced research and learning techniques. The center houses high-tech classrooms, research facilities, high-speed computers and computer modeling experts who investigate complex scientific problems. In addition to supporting research and the education of UH students, the center’s resources also will be utilized by industry and government partners, such as NASA and oil companies, to provide workforce development through distance learning. From the Series:TLC2 - Fostering Advanced Research and Learning