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Physics and Nanotechnology building open
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The new Physics and Nanotechnology Building (PAN) serves the University’s School of Physics and Astronomy and Minnesota Nano Center.
Intelligent Nanotechnology for Environmental Monitoring
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Jian-Ping Wang, an electrical and computer engineering professor and Institute on the Environment fellow, is working to change detection of pathogen and heavy metal contamination.
U of M startup thrives in a tough economy
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A nanotechnology company in Rushford, Minn., based on engineering research developed at the University of Minnesota, is expanding and recently won a major grant.
U of M receives $16.8 million for materials research center
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The University of Minnesota Materials Research Science and Engineering Center announced that it has received $16.8 million in renewed funding over the next six years from the National Science Foundation (NSF). The University of Minnesota is one of only 14 other universities nationwide, including MIT and Harvard, to be chosen to receive NSF funding this year for a materials research center.
Nanotechnology Conference is Nov. 17 and 18
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Learn about the latest in nanotechnology research at the Fifth Annual Minnesota Nanotechnology Conference on Nov. 17 and 18 at the Radisson University Hotel, 615 Washington Ave. S.E., Minneapolis.
New Web site highlights need for Physics and Nanotechnology Building
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A recently launched University of Minnesota Web site launched outlines the need for a new Physics and Nanotechnology Building on the Twin Cities campus.
Physics and Nanotechnology Building included in governor's recommendation
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Gov. Pawlenty has included a new Physics and Nanotechnology Building in his list of recommended state bonding projects.
First sketch of new physics and nano building released
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The Institute of Technology has released its first preliminary sketch of a proposed new Physics and Nanotechnology Building. The University of Minnesota is requesting $53.3 million in state funds from the 2010 Legislature to help build an $80 million physics and nanotechnology building, revitalizing and expanding two key science areas.
Planning money approved for new Physics and Nanotechnology Building
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A $4 million appropriation for planning a new Physics and Nanotechnology Building at the University of Minnesota received final approval from Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty during the 2010 Legislative Session.
2010: A space odyssey
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The demands of modern research are straining the University’s physical capabilities, and without new space the U’s Institute of Technology (IT) risks losing ground in bedrock areas for advances in medicine, technology, and our understanding of the Universe.