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U.S. Deputy Secretary of Energy Poneman and Sen. Franken to tour U of M Wind Energy Research Station
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U.S. Deputy Secretary of Energy Daniel Poneman and Sen. Al Franken will tour the University of Minnesota Wind Energy Research Station at UMore Park at 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 27.
Scientists discover a climate change warning deep under the Dead Sea
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An international team of scientists drilling deep under the bed of the Dead Sea has found evidence that the sea may have dried up during a past warm period similar to predicted scenarios for climate change in coming decades.
New study finds that even the cleanest wastewater contains ‘super bacteria’
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A new University of Minnesota study reveals that the release of treated municipal wastewater—even wastewater treated by the highest-quality wastewater treatment technology—can have a significant effect on the quantities of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, often referred to as “superbacteria,” in surface waters.
University launches new Wind Energy Research Station at UMore Park
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U.S. Department of Energy officials, energy industry partners, wind energy researchers, political leaders, University administrators, and hundreds of local school children will watch the ceremonial “flip of the switch” to start up a wind turbine at the University of Minnesota’s new Wind Energy Research Station at UMore Park.
University receives grant to develop specialized rare-earth-free magnets
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A University of Minnesota research project to develop specialized magnets that don’t rely on rare earth elements is one of 60 cutting-edge research projects recently funded by the U.S. Department of Energy aimed at dramatically improving how the U.S. produces and uses energy.
University of Minnesota robots to join search for invasive species
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Computer scientists and biologists from the University of Minnesota and two other universities are teaming up with robots to tackle a major invader of rivers, wetlands, lakes across the United States—the common carp.
University of Minnesota discovery could make fuel and plastics production more energy-efficient and cost-effective
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A University of Minnesota team of researchers has overcome a major hurdle in the quest to design a specialized type of molecular sieve that could make the production of gasoline, plastics and various chemicals more cost-effective and energy-efficient.
Algal Biomass Organization Summit to feature tour of University's St. Anthony Falls Lab
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The Algal Biomass Organization (ABO), the leading trade association for the algae industry, is partnering with the University of Minnesota to offer a unique workshop and tour for attendees of the 5th annual Algae Biomass Summit, October 24-27 at the Hyatt Regency Minneapolis.
St. Anthony Falls Lab expands to become collegewide research center
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With new initiatives, expansion into additional research areas, and strengthened relationships across disciplines, the University of Minnesota St. Anthony Falls Laboratory (SAFL) is now a research facility of the College of Science and Engineering.
University of Minnesota startup to commercialize medical device for pulmonary hypertension
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The University of Minnesota has licensed technology to Aria CV, Inc., to develop and commercialize a medical device for the treatment of pulmonary hypertension.