Renovated nuclear reactor building opens as world-class labs
Inside the new Nuclear Engineering Labs, researchers in the nation's top-ranked nuclear engineering program will focus on advancing nuclear security, nonproliferation, safety and energy.|Medium Read
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New chemical manufacturing institute to streamline production
U-M to play a major role in $140M institute headed by the American Institute of Chemical Engineering.|Medium Read
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Harvesting clean hydrogen fuel through artificial photosynthesis
New device doubles previous efficiency, opens path to commercial viability.|Medium Read
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Using University of Michigan buildings as batteries
How a building's thermal energy can help the power grid accommodate more renewable energy sources.|Medium Read
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Kudos for smarter stormwater systems
Branko Kerkez’ article honored|Medium Read
Renovated nuclear reactor building opens as world-class labs
Inside the new Nuclear Engineering Labs, researchers in the nation's top-ranked nuclear engineering program will focus on advancing nuclear security, nonproliferation, safety and energy.|Medium Read
Two professors cut the ribbon to officially open the new restroom
New restrooms help demonstrate urine fertilizer concept
The nation's first end-to-end urine diversion demonstration system opened, a step toward more sustainable and cost-effective fertilizer and wastewater treatment.|Medium Read
EE student Leonard Kapiloff earns PES scholarship to support studies in secure, sustainable grid
This $2000 scholarship recognizes outstanding students committed to exploring the power and energy field. Leonard wants to work in the energy industry towards a more sustainable and secure electric grid.|Short Read
A graduate student works in a chemical engineering lab
New chemical manufacturing institute to streamline production
U-M to play a major role in $140M institute headed by the American Institute of Chemical Engineering.|Medium Read
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Lithium ion batteries: Why they explode
When we hear of a cell phone, laptop, or car battery exploding, that can rightfully be a cause for concern.|Short Read
Battery viewed through visualization chamber
A window into battery life for next-gen lithium cells
Watching electrodes degrade could help battery researchers take lithium to the next level.|Medium Read
Universities collaborate to examine Flint water filters
Researchers from the University of Michigan, Wayne State University and Michigan State University are conducting studies that are expected to provide additional guidance about the use of filters in Flint.|Medium Read
U-M battery startup enters $1.5M joint venture
In an effort to make safer, longer-lasting lithium-ion batteries for technologies like electric vehicles, smartphones and laptops, a Michigan Engineering startup has formed a $1.5 million joint venture with two major players in the industry.|Medium Read
Bill Magwood, Director-General at the Nuclear Energy Agency of the Organization for Economic Co-Operation and Development, speaks during a discussion panel at the Michigan Energy Symposium at the Rackham Graduate School
Will nuclear energy save us from climate change?
Energy-sector thought leaders, from industry, government and academia, recently came together at the University of Michigan to discuss the role of nuclear power in fighting climate change.|Medium Read
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