College-wide featured stories
Scientists You Must Know: Robert Gore
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Bob Gore (Ph.D. ChemE ’63) is featured in a film series called “Scientists You Must Know” produced by the Chemical Heritage Foundation (CHF).
In memoriam: Marvin Stein
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Long-time computer science and engineering professor Marvin Stein passed away on Feb. 27, 2015, at the age of 90. Stein is often referred to as the “father of computer science at the University of Minnesota.”
Startup Profile: MesoFlow
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MesoFlow manufactures a device that prepare biological cells for use in medical procedures like bone marrow transplants and to treat disease like sickle cell anemia.
Tiny technology to deliver big disease treatments
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A team of University of Minnesota researchers spanning many academic disciplines has set out to improve treatments for Alzheimer’s and brain cancer through the use of DNA nanotechnology.
Koltoff recognized for pioneering work
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Isaac Kolthoff’s work in establishing the field of analytical chemistry as a scientific discipline was recently named a 2014 American Chemical Society (ACS) National Historic Chemical Landmark.
Marc Hillmyer: Building a better plastic
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Marc Hillmyer, a professor of chemistry and director of the Center for Sustainable Polymers, focuses on researching plastics that will be better for the environment.
SWE brings STEM to girls
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With approximately 45 active members, the University of Minnesota’s chapter of the Society of Women Engineers participates in a number of outreach activities to boost the number of young women in the science and engineering fields.
Sparking students' physics curiosity
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The University of Minnesota chapter of the Society of Physics Students participates in nearly 20 outreach activities each year to inspire young students’ interest in the STEM subjects.