CSE News & Features
Stories from the College of Science and Engineering
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UMN co-leads new national center for urban stormwater research
The new center aims to enhance efforts to support the nation’s water infrastructure and protect water quality.
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UMN Rocket Team wins 30,000-ft category at 2024 Spaceport America Cup
The student-run team took first place in one of the most challenging categories at the 2024 Spaceport America Cup.
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Professor Bharat Jalan named 2024 American Vacuum Society Fellow
The prestigious fellowship recognizes those who have made outstanding scientific and technical contributions.
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Research Infrastructure Investment Program awards over $5 million
Five of the thirteen projects will benefit researchers in the College of Science and Engineering.
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Four new college department heads begin in 2024-25 academic year
New department heads bring a wealth of academic, research, and leadership abilities to their departments.
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Minnesota Nano Center plays key role in national security workforce program
A network of academic and industry experts focus on meeting the semiconductor workforce needs.
CSE in the news
Researchers develop state-of-the-art device to make artificial intelligence more energy efficient
July 26: Morning News
AI-Powered Underwater Vehicles Are Helping To Transform Marine Conservation
July 21: Deeper Blue
U of M engineers send new Minnesota flag into space
July 18: CBS News
CenterPoint has a $2.2 billion plan for avoiding another power outage disaster. Will it help?
July 18: Houston Landing
Seymour Cray and the Dawn of Supercomputing
July 4: All About Circuits
CSE magazine
Inventing Tomorrow is published by the College of Science and Engineering twice a year for alumni and friends. Read the latest issue.
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