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50 Years of Nuclear Reactor

Glowing ‘Gem of the University’ Observed Its 50th Anniversary this Summer.

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Engineered Wood Stores Carbon

Researchers genetically modified poplar trees to produce high-performance, structural wood without the use of chemicals or energy intensive processing.

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Engineered Shellfish Waste

New material deriving from crab and shrimp shells is engineered as a food preservation technology.

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At 73rd Nobel Laureate Meeting

Members of the MSE department attended the annual Nobel Laureate meeting in Lindau, Germany.

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Sep 10, 2024

Glowing ‘Gem of the University’ Observed Its 50th Anniversary

Maryland’s Little-Known Nuclear Reactor Observes a Half-Century of Fission

UMD feels like home to me - the versatility and flexibility of MSE peaked my interest.

Aug 21, 2024

Maryland Engineering and Partners Win $26M to Develop Better...

Aug 20, 2024

Maryland Public Television Highlights UMD Research on...

Aug 12, 2024

New Genetically Engineered Wood Can Store Carbon and Reduce...

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DPR Construction Info Session

September 16, 2024

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MSE Seminar: Dr. Oded Rabin, UMD

September 18, 2024

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Gore Pop-up

September 19, 2024

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Resume Writing Workshop

September 20, 2024

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W. R. Grace Pop-Up

September 23, 2024

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United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) Info Session

September 23, 2024

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Advanced Reactor Licensing Seminar

September 24, 2024

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Virtual Q&A with Current MSE Students

September 24, 2024

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Clark Construction Site Tour @ UMD

September 25, 2024

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MSE Seminar: Dr. Robert Briber, UMD

September 25, 2024