Category: Research
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Urban solar energy: Solar panels for windows hit record 8% efficiency
Transparent solar panels on windows could take a bite out of a building’s electricity needs.
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State initiative to design ‘road of the future’ connecting Detroit and Ann Arbor
Mobility initiative brings together broad expertise in technology, infrastructure, policy, community engagement and more.
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Before we put $100 billion in AI
An op-ed on developing artificial intelligence to serve the common good by Chad Jenkins.
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Harnessing ultrasonic waves to better monitor aging pipeline infrastructure
Phononics can address problems with signal attenuation.
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Treating PFAS water contamination with cold plasma
University of Michigan researchers are developing better plasma technology that can destroy PFAS compounds
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Space motor helps make robotic prosthetic leg more comfortable and extends battery life
Getting rid of some gears enabled a free-swinging knee, regenerative braking and brought the noise level down from vacuum cleaner to fridge.
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Twisting magnetic fields for extreme plasma compression
When magnetic walls are closing in, wily plasma slips out between magnetic field lines. A Michigan-led team pioneered a way to keep more plasma contained.
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How big data could optimize COVID-19 testing
Microsoft-supported project to coordinate site locations, supply distribution.
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Study suggests method to starve pancreatic cancer cells
Rather than attacking cancer cells directly, new cell-model research probes weaknesses in pancreatic cancer’s interactions with other cells to obtain nutrients needed for tumor growth.
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Study suggests method to starve pancreatic cancer cells
Rather than attacking cancer cells directly, new cell-model research probes weaknesses in pancreatic cancer’s interactions with other cells to obtain nutrients needed for tumor growth.
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Wireless sensors for N95 masks could enable easier, more accurate decontamination
“The technology can give users the confidence they deserve when reusing respirators or other PPE.”
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Technology that serves all: a single step could pave the way
A Q&A with Chad Jenkins.