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Expert Alert: Three years after I-35W bridge collapse, infrastructure challenges remain, U of M expert says
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Nearly three years after the I-35W bridge collapse on August 1, 2007, questions remain about the safety and security of the nation’s infrastructure. Do we have the systems in place to prevent large-scale, systemic failures?
University of Minnesota master's program in Management of Technology extends deadline to Aug. 1
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The University of Minnesota master’s program in Management of Technology (MOT) has a few spots remaining for the class starting Fall 2010. The program has extended its deadline for interested applicants to Aug. 1.
University of Minnesota to lead initiative on home energy efficiency in cold climates
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A public-private partnership led by University of Minnesota researchers has been chosen by the U.S. Department of Energy to help develop cost-effective solutions that dramatically reduce the average energy use of housing while improving comfort and quality.
Mechanical engineering student named as Tau Beta Pi 2010 Laureate
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University of Minnesota mechanical engineering student Stephanie N. Zastrow is one of only five students nationally named as a 2010 Laureate by Tau Beta Pi, the world’s largest engineering society. Zastrow is the first University of Minnesota student to receive this award since its inception in 1982.
CSE student named Fulbright Scholar
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A College of Science and Engineering mechanical engineering graduate student is one of 14 University of Minnesota students who have received Fulbright grants for 2010-11 to pursue graduate study or research in a foreign country beginning next year.
University of Minnesota Institute of Technology changes name to the College of Science and Engineering
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On July 1, the University of Minnesota Institute of Technology changes its name to the College of Science and Engineering. The change will more clearly describe the unique combination of science and engineering disciplines within the college to prospective students and faculty, business partners and research-granting agencies. The University of Minnesota’s Board of Regents approved the name change last December.
Documentary "Water for Mulobere" premieres April 27 at the University of Minnesota
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The short documentary “Water for Mulobere” will premiere at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 27, at the University of Minnesota’s Coffman Union Theater, 300 Washington Ave. S.E., Minneapolis. The film follows the U of M chapter of Engineers Without Borders as they travel to Uganda and install a solar-powered water pump at the Hope Integrated Academy.
$16 million NSF renewal grant to fund fluid power center based at University of Minnesota
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The University of Minnesota announced today that the Engineering Research Center for Compact and Efficient Fluid Power (CCEFP) based at the Twin Cities campus has received a four-year, $16 million renewal grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF). Industry partners will augment NSF funding with cash and in-kind contributions, and the center’s seven university partners will contribute an additional $3.2 million.
U of M solar car team to unveil new car May 6
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The University of Minnesota Solar Vehicle Project team will provide a sneak preview of its newest solar-powered car at a special event for the media and sponsors at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 6 on the McNamara Alumni Center Plaza, 200 Oak St. S.E., Minneapolis. Those attending will see the new car take its first test drive, view the car’s inner workings and hear from members of the team about their upcoming race.
U of M study finds rising levels of dioxins from common soap ingredient in Mississippi River sediments
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Specific dioxins derived from the antibacterial agent triclosan, used in many hand soaps, deodorants, dishwashing liquids and other consumer products, account for an increasing proportion of total dioxins in Mississippi River sediments, according to University of Minnesota research.