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Qiuge Zhang: Engineering bacteria to treat diseases
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With the help of the U of M Technology Commercialization office, chemical engineering Ph.D. student Qiuge Zhang's research on "living therapeutics" results in patent applications for two of her projects.
University of Minnesota requests funding for new chemistry teaching labs
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The University of Minnesota is requesting $72 million from the 2022 Minnesota State Legislature to renovate Fraser Hall to create a 117,000-square-foot modern chemistry teaching laboratory building.
Study discovers molecular properties of lung surfactants that could lead to better treatments for respiratory illnesses
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A University of Minnesota-led research team analyzed the fundamental properties and structures of the naturally occurring substances that help human lungs expand and contract, providing insight into how the substances help us breathe.
New study solves mystery of how soft liquid droplets erode hard surfaces
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A new study led by University of Minnesota Twin Cities researchers shows why liquid droplets have the ability to erode hard surfaces, a discovery that could help engineers design more erosion-resistant materials.
New study of how bacteria swim could help prevent the spread of disease and improve medical treatments
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A University of Minnesota Twin Cities-led research team studied how bacteria swim in complex fluids, providing insight into how the microorganisms move through different environments, such as their natural habitats or inside the human body.
New method of pancreatic islet cryopreservation is major breakthrough for diabetes cure
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Engineering and medical researchers at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities and Mayo Clinic have developed a new process for cryopreservation of specialized pancreatic islet cells, enabling the potential for on-demand islet transplantation. The breakthrough discovery is a major step forward in a cure for diabetes.
Adding autonomous vehicles to ride-hailing fleets could benefit platforms and drivers
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While studying applications of autonomous vehicle (AV) technology, College of Science and Engineering researchers found that AVs could benefit both the platforms and conventional drivers of ride-hailing companies, such as Uber and Lyft.
CSE professor part of effort that could help improve AI models
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School of Physics and Astronomy Professor Roger Rusack is part of a team that aims to make data usable across multiple disciplines, with the ultimate goal to build better algorithms and solve problems using artificial intelligence.
PPG invests in future leaders with safety in mind
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Fortune 500 company PPG shares a goal of recruiting and retaining diverse students, and building a pipeline of talent with two CSE departments: CHEM and CEMS.
UMN researchers study waves created by recreational boats
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A new study by researchers at the University of Minnesota found that popular wakesurf boats require a greater distance from the shoreline and other boats compared to more typical recreational boats.