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Scientists demonstrate technique that could reveal the mechanics of memory formation
Posted June 27, 2022
The technique demonstrated in mice provides a new toolset to illuminate the processes of learning and memory formation
Professor Marc Riedel named Fellow of Oracle’s Research Fellows Program
Posted May 31, 2022
As an Oracle Fellow, Riedel will lead a collaboration between the University of Minnesota Twin Cities and the Mayo Clinic to computationally predict immune response to pathogens
Researchers observe chirality and slow plasmons in twisted bilayer graphene
Posted May 16, 2022
Multi-institutional team observes two new characteristics of plasmons in twisted bilayer graphene
ECE scientists demonstrate quantum computing using silicon technology
Posted April 28, 2022
The team has shown that problems considered to be the domain of quantum computers can be solved using conventional CMOS technology
Smartphone-driven microfluidics for at-home diagnostics
Posted April 2, 2022
Advancements in microfluidics could render lab-on-a-chip technology more portable and simpler to operate
Professor Chris Kim recognized as Distinguished McKnight University Professor
Posted March 22, 2022
Kim’s research lies at the intersection of emerging semiconductor devices, energy-efficient integrated circuits, and novel computing architectures
Professor Martina Cardone awarded 2022 McKnight Land-Grant Professorship
Posted March 21, 2022
The professorship recognizes Cardone's research on privacy and security in modern communication and computing systems
Professor Rhonda Franklin is McKnight Presidential Endowed Professor
Posted March 21, 2022
The endowed professorship recognizes Franklin's academic and research accomplishments
Professor David Orser receives Horace T. Morse Alumni Award for undergraduate education
Posted March 14, 2022
The award recognizes Orser's innovative contributions to the curriculum as well as outreach activities.
In memoriam: Professor James (Jim) Holte
Posted February 24, 2022
A scientist whose research interests spanned a number of areas, Jim was also a supportive colleague and a champion of students