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Driving the speed limit cuts millions in fuel costs for less than a minute of your time
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A nationwide study by researchers at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities reveals that adherence to posted speed limits could dramatically curb U.S. fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions, saving Americans billions of dollars annually while adding less than a minute to the average daily commute.
Department of Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics names new department head
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University of Minnesota College of Science and Engineering Dean Andrew Alleyne has named aerospace engineer and University of Minnesota alumnus Terrence R. Meyer as the next head of the Department of Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics.
Understanding the impact of neonicotinoids on Minnesota’s water
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The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is currently seeking public comment to determine whether Minnesota’s existing pesticide rules are adequate to protect the state's natural resources, including our lakes and rivers.
CSE student named 18th Block Captain for University of Minnesota Marching Band
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College of Science and Engineering (CSE) student Brennen Lishman was named the 18th Block Captain of the University of Minnesota Marching Band earlier this year.
Zooniverse, co-founded by University of Minnesota professor, reaches one billion volunteer classifications
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Zooniverse's billionth classification milestone highlights the University of Minnesota College of Science & Engineering's commitment to developing innovative approaches that accelerate scientific discovery. Image courtesy of Snapshot Serengeti.
Rare Martian meteorite reveals new chapter in the volcanic history of Mars
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College of Science and Engineering researchers helped characterize the meteorite Stardust Mine, offering new insight into how Mars' crust developed billions of years ago.
Olympian chooses Minnesota for best-in-nation academics and athletics
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For Josefin Bouveng — Swedish Olympian and Gopher hockey player — the University of Minnesota College of Science and Engineering scores high for “great hockey program and great education.”
Three CSE students awarded Astronaut Scholarships
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Three College of Science and Engineering students were awarded 2026-27 Astronaut Scholarships: Aletta Bartok, Henry Kopp and Ahmed Sharara.
CSE projects tackle lake health, wild rice restoration through sustainability grants
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The Institute on the Environment (IonE) is supporting 10 outcomes-driven projects across the University of Minnesota system through its $1.5 million Impact Goals grantmaking program. Among them are two College of Science and Engineering-led initiatives.
Computer Science Assistant Professor Stevie Chancellor named Novus Faculty Impact Fellow
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University of Minnesota Department of Computer Science & Engineering Assistant Professor Stevie Chancellor has been named a recipient of the Novus Faculty Impact Fellowship for her groundbreaking work in human-centered AI to improve mental health outcomes online.