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New research study shows that male Pinterest users are more interested in art than cars
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Male users of Pinterest pin more content about photography, art, design, and home decor than sports, technology and cars, says a new study by researchers at the University of Minnesota and Georgia Tech.
U of M to offer new master’s program for medical device innovation
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The Technological Leadership Institute (TLI) at the University of Minnesota has announced it is recruiting for its newly launched Master of Science in medical device innovation (MS-MDI) program.
University of Minnesota sponsors Cyber Security Summit
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National cyber security experts and technology business leaders will gather Oct. 22 and 23 at the Minneapolis Convention Center for the third annual Cyber Security Summit.
University of Minnesota finalizes second license agreement for technology that could help millions with artery disease
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The University of Minnesota has finalized a second license agreement with International Cardio Corporation, a privately held Minnesota startup company, that creates a new field of use for image-guided high-intensity focused (HIFU) ultrasound technology to potentially treat hypertension or to manage pain through this real-time ultrasonic imaging technology rather than through surgery or prescription drugs.
New study reveals motivations behind Pinterest activity
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Researchers from the University of Minnesota and Georgia Tech have released the first-ever study of Pinterest that gives new insight into the activity on the popular social networking site. The study’s findings could have implications for both academia and product marketers.
Expert Alert: CSE faculty available to discuss Mars rover landing
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When NASA’s car-sized Curiosity rover lands on Mars, it will mark the beginning of a prime mission to investigate one of the most intriguing places in our solar system. Two University of Minnesota College of Science and Engineering who conducted experiments for the mission can comment.
Expert Alert: University of Minnesota physicists play key role in search for Higgs boson
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University of Minnesota physicists have played a key role in the identification of a new particle that could help scientists answer questions about what the Universe is made of, what forces act within it, and what gives matter substance.
U of M Innovative Engineers student group receives international honor for wind energy work in Nicaragua
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The University of Minnesota College of Science and Engineering student organization Innovative Engineers has received international recognition for their wind energy project in Nicaragua.
Cougar population regenerates after 100 years of decline, U of M researcher finds
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American mountain lions, or cougars, are re-emerging in areas of the United States, reversing 100 years of decline, new research by a University of Minnesota scientist shows.
Dow to share lab safety expertise with University of Minnesota
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The Dow Chemical Company and the University of Minnesota are expanding their strategic partnership by launching a first-ever pilot program to improve safety awareness and practices in the university’s chemistry and chemical engineering labs.