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Extended reality class prepares students for semiconductor industry
Incorporating XR into semiconductor manufacturing coursework provides fundamental analysis techniques used in high-volume integrated circuit, or IC, manufacturing and enables learners across disciplines to deepen knowledge of advanced fabrication techniques.
The President of Chula Meets with Cambodian Minister of Education, a Graduate of the Faculty of Education Strengthening Relations and Integrating Knowledge for Youth in the Region
Phnom Penh: Chulalongkorn University reaffirms its role as a regional education leader by strengthening ties with Cambodia. On January 17, 2025, Chulalongkorn University’s executive team, led by …
Radon: The invisible danger to homes and health
The National Cancer Institute lists radon as the second-leading cause of lung cancer behind smoking. Much of Southwest Virginia is at high risk for this colorless, odorless gas, which threatens indoor air quality and poses long-term health threats.
FAU Engineering Wins Prestigious 2024 JFM ‘Emerging Scholar Best Paper Prize’
Researchers from FAU’s College of Engineering and Computer Science have won the Journal of Fluid Mechanics’ 2023 “Emerging Scholar Best Paper” award, recognizing outstanding work by early-career scholars. The team’s winning paper was selected from among nearly 400 eligible papers published in JFM.
Nova SBE and New York University Tandon School of Engineering Launch Transatlantic Dual Degree Program
In a new master’s degree program offered jointly by Nova SBE and NYU Tandon, students can earn both a Master’s in Management of Technology (MOT) from the Department of Technology Management and Innovation at NYU Tandon School of Engineering, along with a management degree awarded by NOVA SBE.
Breakthrough in zinc-based rechargeable batteries: a safer, sustainable alternative
Rechargeable lithium-ion batteries power everything from electric vehicles to wearable devices. But new research from Case Western Reserve University suggests that a more sustainable and cost-effective alternative may lie in zinc-based batteries.
A mission design for servicing telescopes in space
The fate of telescopes in space is looking better now that they are being designed to be serviceable. Illinois Grainger Engineering researchers developed a servicing plan that can be applied to future space observatories based on current missions such as the James Webb Space Telescope and the European Space Agency’s Gaia.
Discovery of new growth-directed graphene stacking domains may precede new era for quantum applications
Researchers discovered that three-layer graphene can naturally self-organize into specific stacking patterns (ABA/ABC domains) during growth on silicon carbide, eliminating the need for manual manipulation. This breakthrough could enable scalable production of quantum devices.
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution underwater vehicles operate on opposite sides of the globe
Simultaneous missions near Greenland and American Samoa support critical research about ocean life and sea level rise
Researchers develop new shape-changing polymer
A team of scientists has created a new shape-changing polymer that could transform how future soft materials are constructed.
Johns Hopkins Medicine Awarded More Than $18 Million for Creation of New ECMO and Life-Support System
Johns Hopkins Medicine has been awarded more than $18 million from the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to lead a multi-institutional effort to develop a novel extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and advanced life-support system device. ECMO devices assist patients by enabling heart and lung function when their organs are too damaged or weak to function normally.
Nine UM subjects now place among the top 10 in Canada in their respective fields, three in top five: ShanghaiRanking
UM joins top universities from around the world that made the influential 2024 Global Ranking of Academic Subjects. Nine UM subjects now rank in Canada’s top 10 in their respective fields, up from five in 2023, with three subjects on national top five lists, up from one last year.
Virtual replicas for real-world solutions: digital twins in action
In a significant advancement for industrial technology, scientists have introduced a revolutionary digital twin (DT) platform designed to transform the process industry. This cutting-edge platform creates a highly accurate virtual replica of physical systems, allowing companies to optimize operations, enhance productivity, and fuel innovation like never before.
Experience the Virtual Reality of Wat Arun from a New Perspective
The Thai Studies Institute of Chulalongkorn University invites you to test the virtual reality application game of Wat Arun from November 18–27, from 08:30 AM to 05:30 PM at Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchawaramahawihan.
Academy of Science, Engineering and Medicine of Florida names two FSU professors Rising Stars
The Academy of Science, Engineering and Medicine of Florida (ASEMFL) has named two Florida State University faculty members part of its 2024 class of “Rising Stars.”
Tufts Mathematics Professor’s Gift Renames Science and Engineering Complex
Today, Tufts University announced that Loring Tu, a professor in the Department of Mathematics, has made a substantial gift to name the Science and Engineering Complex (SEC) in honor of his late grandfather, Tsungming Tu, who was a world-renowned doctor and expert on pharmacology, toxicology, and medical education. Going forward, the SEC will be known as the Tsungming Tu Complex (TTC).
New device generates electricity from moisture in the air
Binghamton University, State University of New York researchers have developed a paper-based wearable device that would provide sustained high-efficiency power output through moisture capture.
Binghamton University researcher to aid innovative Mayo Clinic project to treat inflammatory diseases
Binghamton University, State University of New York will play a key role in a federal grant of up to $42.8 million to develop an implantable device that acts as a living pharmacy to treat inflammatory diseases. Mayo Clinic is the prime site for this groundbreaking research, and researchers at Binghamton will assist with bioengineering the transplanted cells.
NIBIB initiative expands the biomedical engineering, imaging, and technology acceleration aspirations of HBCUs
The National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering has designed an initiative called Enhancing Biomedical Engineering, Imaging, and Technology Acceleration (eBEITA) at HBCUs. Recently, NIBIB made its first round of eBEITA grants to two HBCUs.
Chula Engineering Professor Reaches Final Round of 2024 Young Technologist Award with Innovative Wearable Robot for Mobility Assistance
Chulalongkorn University extends its congratulations to Associate Professor Dr. Ronnapee Chaichaowarat, a lecturer from the International Engineering Program at the Faculty of Engineering, for reaching the final round of the 2024 Young Technologist Award, organized by the Foundation for the Promotion of Science and Technology under the Patronage of His Majesty the King.
Robotics revolution: UniSA sparks STEM passion for future teachers
Cheers of excitement, high-fives all around, and wide, beaming smiles – they’re all the signs of a team success. But this is not a sporting field – this is the camaraderie found among the next generation of teachers learning the very latest, world-class robotics programs so they can excite and inspire students about STEM.
The Vandal Theory Podcast – Season 7, Episode 8: Constructing Sustainable Houses
Question: What is the construction industry doing, or what might it do in the future, to make buildings more climate friendly?
Century-old Ocean University: Innovation and Achievements in Ocean Engineering
China Ocean University is a comprehensive university directly under the Ministry of Education, with a complete range of disciplines and distinctive marine and fisheries disciplines. It is a key university constructed under the “211 Project” and “985 Project”, and was selected as a “World-Class University Construction University” (Class A) by the state in 2017. The university’s motto is ” Ocean Embraces Streams All and Exploring Promises Reaching Far”. The university was founded in 1924 and was renamed China Ocean University in 2002.
ASA Invites Media to Virtual Acoustics Meeting Nov. 18-22
The Acoustical Society of America will host a virtual conference from Nov. 18-22.
High-Voltage Gun Accelerates Electrons from Zero to 80 … Percent the Speed of Light
Scientists at the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Brookhaven National Laboratory have designed and tested the world’s highest voltage polarized electron gun, a key piece of technology needed for building the world’s first fully polarized Electron-Ion Collider (EIC).
FAU Awarded $10M to Train People with Disabilities for In-demand Tech Jobs
The project will offer career counseling, work-readiness skills training, and customized-training leading to a certificate in cybersecurity, cloud computing solutions, and computer-aided design and 3D printing. The project will assist individuals with disabilities nationwide to acquire certified skills needed for entry into high quality technology sectors and can serve as a model for similar initiatives.
Outstanding Graduate Students selected for Department of Energy Office of Science Research Program
A total of 62 PhD students from 24 states have been selected for the prestigious Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science Graduate Student Research (SCGSR) program.
Emily Carter wins prestigious Marsha I. Lester Award from American Chemical Society
Nominees for the award must be members of the ACS’s physical chemistry division. The winner receives the award at the meeting, gives a research presentation, and receives an honorarium. Carter is just the second person to receive this newly established award.
Nawaz named ASME Fellow
Kashif Nawaz, distinguished researcher and section head for Building Technologies Research at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory, has been named a Fellow of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, or ASME. The Fellow grade recognizes outstanding engineering achievements for members with 10 or more years of active practice.
In step toward solar fuels, durable artificial photosynthesis setup chains two carbons together
A key step toward reusing CO2 to make sustainable fuels is chaining carbon atoms together, and an artificial photosynthesis system developed at the University of Michigan can bind two of them into hydrocarbons with field-leading performance.
New tools use AI ’fingerprints’ to detect altered photos, videos
As artificial intelligence networks become more skilled and easier to access, digitally manipulated “deepfake” photos and videos are increasingly difficult to detect. New research led by Binghamton University, State University of New York breaks down images using frequency domain analysis techniques and looks for anomalies that could indicate they are generated by AI.
Verified superb condition of the KSTAR Superconducting Magnet
The Korea Institute of Fusion Energy (KFE) announced that they have experimentally verified that KSTAR’s superconducting magnets maintain maximum performance even after 16 years of continuous operation.
Telecom-band Multiwavelength Vertical Emitting Quantum Well Nanowire Laser Arrays
A new facet engineering approach achieves controlled nanowire dimensions with high crystalline quality, enabling on-substrate vertical emitting lasing from ordered InGaAs/InP multi-quantum well nanowire arrays grown on InP substrates.
UC Irvine receives record $668 million in research funding for fiscal 2023-24
University of California, Irvine scholars, scientists and physicians continue to blaze new paths to help improve the world. In fiscal 2023-24, which ended June 30, UC Irvine received the most research funding in campus history: $668 million in grants and contracts.
Registration available for the 2024 STEM San Joaquin Conference
The STEM San Joaquin Conference, formerly known as San Joaquin Expanding Your Horizons, invites students grades 6-9 to register for its annual event happening on Saturday, Oct. 5, at the University of the Pacific in Stockton.
Patterned Doping for Constructing 2D Lateral p-n junction via Ion Implantation
For the practical application of 2D semiconductors, it is crucial to construct high-quality p-n junctions. Scientist in China developed a low-energy ion implantation system for constructing 2D lateral p-n homojunction. The conductivity type of WS2 was successfully realized to transform from n-type conduction to p-type conduction, and the universality of this method was demonstrated.
Underground event marks excavation completion on colossal caverns for underground neutrino laboratory, DUNE
A massive milestone was celebrated on the international Long-Baseline Neutrino Facility/Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment that will tell us more about the universe and how it works.
Launch of WVU degree in robotics engineering means cutting edge resources for students, local industry and K-12 outreach
With $1 million in NASA funding, West Virginia University is preparing its undergraduates and students across West Virginia to build the robots that will build the future.
Back-to-school story ideas: Transitioning back to a routine, cell phone-free schools, importance of STEM, and more
Virginia Tech has experts available to speak on back-to-school topics ranging from cell phones in school, nutrition standards, the importance of STEM education, and more. To schedule an interview, please contact [email protected].
Southwest Flight 425 was about 1,000 feet closer to the ground than it should’ve been–we’ll know why soon, expert says
A Southwest Airlines flight crew is under investigation after flying dangerously close to the ocean when attempting to land at Tampa International Airport on July 14th. The plane dropped to 150 feet above the water – the height of an average water tower – before accelerating to regain altitude. This is the third time Southwest has had a low-altitude incident this year.
ASME Foundation Wins Federal Grant for Registered Apprenticeship Program in Mechanical Engineering Technology
The ASME Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, has been awarded a $3.975 million four-year grant from the U.S. Department of Labor to develop and implement a national apprenticeship program in mechanical engineering technology.
As Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games approach, experts give tips for athletes, weekend warriors, and travelers
With less than a month until the Summer Olympic Games in Paris, and with Olympic Trials taking place all around the world in different sports, Virginia Tech experts offer perspective on aspects of the competitions, applying Olympic habits to our own lives, and how the Games are impacting both travel to and life on the ground in Paris.
Understanding quantum states: New FAMU-FSU research shows importance of precise topography in solid neon qubits
A study led by FAMU-FSU College of Engineering Professor Wei Guo that was published in Physical Review Letters shows new insight into the quantum state that describes the condition of electrons on an electron-on-solid-neon quantum bit, information that can help engineers build this innovative technology.
Hridesh Rajan named new dean of Tulane University School of Science and Engineering
Hridesh Rajan has been named new dean of Tulane University School of Science and Engineering, effective July 1.President Michael A. Fitts and Provost Robin Forman made the announcement in a message to the Tulane community.
3 women named to Pitt posts of engineering dean, education dean, head of student affairs
Michele V. Manuel has been named the first women dean at the University of Pittsburgh Swanson School of Engineering, while Eboni Zamani-Gallaher likewise was named dean of the Pitt School of Education and Carla Panzella the vice provost for student affairs, university officials announced.
Could corrosion actually be helpful? New 3D printing technique might turn oxidation into an advantage
New research from Binghamton University, State University of New York could revolutionize 3D printing and how engineers think about oxidation.
Batteries: Modeling Tomorrow’s Materials Today
Which factors determine how quickly a battery can be charged? This and other questions are studied by researchers of Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) with the help of computer-based simulations.
Deep-sea sponge’s “zero-energy” flow control could inspire new energy efficient designs, according to research co-led by NYU Tandon School of Engineering
The deep-sea Venus flower basket sponge can filter feed using only the faint ambient currents of the ocean depths, no pumping required, new research reveals. This discovery of natural ‘“zero energy” flow could help engineers design more efficient chemical reactors, air purification systems, heat exchangers, hydraulic systems, and aerodynamic surfaces.
New instrument could help scientists tailor plasma to produce more fusion heat
Scientists at PPPL have finished building a new plasma measurement instrument that could aid efforts to boost the heat of fusion reactions in facilities known as tokamaks.