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Patent roll call: Spring 2016
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Several College of Science and Engineering researchers have recently been awarded patents for their groundbreaking discoveries.
White House OSTP recognizes University of Minnesota for commitment to advancing microbiome research
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The University of Minnesota’s commitment to developing better microbiome methods for use in translational medicine, industry and agriculture research was recognized by the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy.
Small blue galaxy could shed new light on Big Bang, astronomers say
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A faint blue galaxy about 30 million light-years from Earth and located in the constellation Leo Minor could shed new light on conditions at the birth of the universe. University of Minnesota researchers were part of the research team.
Gut bacteria may predict risk of life-threatening infections following chemotherapy
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A new study led by researchers at the University of Minnesota and Nantes University Hospital in France shows that the bacteria in people’s gut may predict their risk of life-threatening blood infections following high-dose chemotherapy.
New discovery by University of Minnesota researchers may help engineers design quieter jet airplanes
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A a group of University of Minnesota researchers developed a new approach to studying turbulence in jets. Their approach led to the discovery of new coherent modes — parts of the fluid that flow in predictable patterns — associated with the dynamics of high-speed jets that explain why jets are so loud, and could suggest new approaches for bringing down the volume.
Concrete Canoe Team takes fourth place in regional competition
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The University of Minnesota Concrete Canoe Team finished in fourth place overall in the Midwest Regional Concrete Canoe competition last weekend in Ames, Iowa.
University of Minnesota professor elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences
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University of Minnesota Regents Professor Timothy P. Lodge has been elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, one of the nation’s most prestigious honor societies.
Researchers capture first-ever videos showing how heat moves through materials at the nanoscale and speed of sound
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Using a state-of-the-art ultrafast electron microscope, University of Minnesota researchers have recorded the first-ever videos showing how heat moves through materials at the nanoscale traveling at the speed of sound.
University of Minnesota hosts world’s largest medical devices conference
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Medical device leaders from across the country in both industry and academia will converge at the University of Minnesota’s 15th annual Design of Medical Devices Conference. More than 1,300 people are expected to attend this year’s conference, making it the largest medical devices conference in the world.
University of Minnesota is part of new $317 million national initiative to develop ‘smart’ fabrics
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The University of Minnesota is part of a $317 million public-private partnership to develop the next generation of “smart” fabrics and fibers that incorporate technology in new ways to improve (and even save) lives.