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Computer science student wins BizPitch Competition
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Kanav Gupta, an international student from India in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, won the 2026 University of Minnesota BizPitch Competition.
For this graduating senior, Minnesota is where engineering meets French studies
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University of Minnesota senior Sophia Konzen pairs mechanical engineering, French studies, and three study abroad experiences to open up her world and doors for her future career.
Researchers expanding geologic atlases to inform counties, land and well owners
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With 16 new sediment samples, Minnesota Geological Survey researchers are interpreting what’s hidden below our feet — specifically, water resources — and adding to a state-funded mapping project.
Professor Katsumi Matsumoto named Fulbright U.S. Scholar
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University of Minnesota Twin Cities College of Science and Engineering Professor Katsumi Matsumoto has been named a Fulbright U.S. Scholar and will spend part of the 2026-27 academic year in Germany advancing research on the global ocean carbon cycle.
Student commencement speaker embraces community
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On May 14, Wisconsin-native Lila Branchaw, will speak on behalf of the University of Minnesota College of Science and Engineering (CSE) graduating Class of 2026 and remind her classmates that failure is not something to fear, but something to expect and embrace.
CSE senior finds passion in solving complex problems
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College of Science and Engineering senior Jocelyn Prewett grew up in neighboring Minnesota states and knew early on that she wanted to work through complex problems step by step, which led her to aerospace engineering and mechanics.
“Never a dull moment” for chemical engineering student in Minnesota
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Graduating senior Mason Hamar reflects on his time with the University of Minnesota chapter of Engineers without Borders; Cargill, Inc.; Anderson Windows, and other college experiences that have left a lasting impact on him.
Redesigning metals at the atomic level to boost future technology
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Researchers in the University of Minnesota Twin Cities have discovered a powerful new way to control the electronic behavior of a metal—by manipulating the atomic properties of materials where they meet.
Two CSE faculty elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences
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The American Academy of Arts and Sciences has elected University of Minnesota Twin Cities College of Science and Engineering Dean Andrew G. Alleyne and Professor Marc Hillmyer as members, recognizing their significant contributions to engineering, research and academic leadership.
Biomedical engineering student competes in Final Four for Gopher gymnastics team
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Biomedical engineering student Leah Gonsiorowski has dreamed of competing in the Final Four at the NCAA tournament — and that dream turned into a reality this past weekend.