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Shared automated vehicles could make cities more livable, equitable
Posted December 12, 2022
New research from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities, led by College of Science and Engineering professor Zhi-Li Zhang, shows that careful planning for the autonomous vehicle revolution could help improve transportation and make it more equitable for all.
Robot Show highlights more than 200 unique machines designed by U of M engineering students
Posted December 8, 2022
A shoe cleaner, a t-shirt folder, and a Rubik’s Cube scrambler will be among more than 200 machines on display at the University of Minnesota Robot Show, the largest robot show in the Twin Cities.
CSE alumnus helps MN Cup winner BKB Floral Foam bloom
Posted December 6, 2022
Chemistry Ph.D. alumnus David Goldfeld is one of the brains behind the University of Minnesota research that’s providing a sustainable solution for the $500 million floral foam market.
Four CSE faculty among most cited researchers in the world
Posted December 6, 2022
The work of four University of Minnesota College of Science and Engineering faculty are frequently referenced by their peers, suggesting they're making substantial contributions to advance knowledge in their fields.
Researchers use ultrasound waves to move objects hands-free
Posted December 6, 2022
University of Minnesota Twin Cities researchers have discovered a new method to move objects using ultrasound waves, opening the door for using contactless manipulation in industries such as robotics and manufacturing.
The teacher in the living room
Posted December 5, 2022
College of Science and Engineering computer science student Jinglin Li breaks down educational barriers by bringing virtual volunteer tutors to students in need.
Q&A with biomedical engineering student Adam Boeckermann
Posted December 2, 2022
College of Science and Engineering junior Adam Boeckermann discusses his research on imaging technology for Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases in Germany.
Researchers spot rare luminous jet spewed by supermassive black hole
Posted December 1, 2022
A University of Minnesota Twin Cities assistant professor is co-leading a team that discovered a bright optical flare which may help researchers better understand the physics of supermassive black holes billions of light years away.
University-born company Niron Magnetics receives $17.5M DOE grant
Posted November 29, 2022
Niron Magnetics, a company founded by University of Minnesota Twin Cities Professor Jian-Ping Wang, received $17.5M from the U.S. Department of Energy to fund production of its sustainable magnets.
CSE’s HumanFIRST Lab helps engineer systems with people in mind
Posted November 22, 2022
From creating a national standard for crash reporting to investigating healthcare disparities for women in the military, the College of Science and Engineering’s HumanFIRST Lab brings a community focus to engineering research.