Author: Derek Smith
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Making leaders in materials science
An alum recognizes his lifelong connection to U-M by supporting students
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We need a solar sail probe to detect space tornadoes
A spacecraft that sails on light could provide a new vantage point on solar eruptions that can disrupt modern electrical and navigation systems.
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Frontier no more?
As space debris threatens satellites and astronauts, Michigan Engineers are working on solutions.
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Student team brings irrigation to local farm in need
By practicing socially-engaged engineering, the BLUElab Metro team helps a local farmer spread the joy of gardening.
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Training the next shipbuilding leaders: A Q&A with four Michigan Engineering students
Michigan partners with Fincantieri, a leading shipbuilding company, to give hands-on, cross-cultural training to future naval architects. Interns share their experience.
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Flying Into hurricanes to save lives
Gus Alaka (BSE CLaSP ‘08) chases storms with NOAA.
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Microscopes can now watch materials go quantum with liquid helium
A new specimen holder gives scientists more control over ultra-cold temperatures, enabling the study of how materials acquire properties useful in quantum computers.
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Partnership with Sea Forrest, ABS, and SIT aims to advance battery safety and maritime electrification
U-M brings world-class research and testing capabilities to help improve batteries for marine applications.
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U-M finishes as top North American solar car in international race’s first Australian winter
The Wolverines placed seventh overall in this year’s Bridgestone World Solar Challenge.
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Improved Arctic-faring ships and shipbuilding from new international team
Supporting the research arm of an international pact, U-M co-leads a team working to improve the design and construction of ships that can navigate the thawing poles.
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AI leaderboards can be trustworthy by following these tips
Methods for ranking chess players and athletes don’t always translate to AI. U-M researchers identify and outline best practices.
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How to revive American shipbuilding: A Q&A with Matthew Collette
American shipbuilding rusted away in the 1970s and ’80s. Congress and the White House want it back, but how do we do it effectively?