Suncica Canic, University of Houston (IMAGE) University of Houston Caption University of Houston mathematician Suncica Canic is leading an interdisciplinary team to improve the treatment of failing heart valves. Her collaboration with Houston Methodist Hospital could lead to a reliable alternative to open-heart surgery. Credit Chris Watts Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.