First sketch of proposed physics and nano building released
The Institute of Technology has released its first preliminary sketch of a proposed new Physics and Nanotechnology Building. The University of Minnesota is requesting $53.3 million in state funds from the 2010 Legislature to help build an $80 million physics and nanotechnology building. The sketch was produced by the Architectural Alliance and Zimmer Gunsul Frasca Architects. The five-story, 155,000-square-foot facility would include a 5,000-square-foot "clean room" dedicated to nanotechnology research, flexible research laboratories and student meeting space. Learn more about proposed building>>
Science and Engineering Day is Feb. 23
The Institute of Technology’s Science and Engineering Day will bring together some of the best minds in science, technology, and engineering on Tuesday, Feb. 23, noon-6 p.m. at the McNamara Alumni Center. The event begins with a luncheon and speakers followed by breakout sessions on the topics of human health, energy, and the next generation of scientists and engineers. A networking reception with student projects and posters plus Institute of Technology department displays will conclude the event. Register to attend by Feb. 17. Register and view the entire schedule>>
As the University continues to examine the best and most efficient ways to deliver education, the Institute of Technology’s Department of Chemistry has launched a new experiment, delivering its Introductory Chemistry course online. The course gives students more flexibility and student reaction to the course has generally been favorable. Read more>>
Institute of Technology to change name to College of Science and Engineering
The University of Minnesota Board of Regents has approved a name change for the Institute of Technology to the College of Science and Engineering, effective July 1, 2010. The purpose of the change is to more clearly describe the unique combination of science and engineering disciplines to prospective students and faculty, business partners and research-granting agencies. The name change process has included input from alumni, students, faculty, staff, business leaders and other groups throughout the past year. Read more>>
Engineers find that water movements can shape fish evolution
New research findings by civil engineering professor Fotis Sotiropoulos and postdoctoral researcher Iman Borazjani show that the hydrodynamic environment of fish can shape their physical form and swimming style. Turning to computational fish for answers, the researchers at the Institute of Technology's St. Anthony Falls Laboratory raced computerized hybrid and realistic fish to find out what influence the aquatic environment has had on fish shapes and swimming techniques. Read more>>
The Institute of Technology has released its first preliminary sketch of a proposed new Physics and Nanotechnology Building. The University of Minnesota is requesting $53.3 million in state funds from the 2010 Legislature to help build an $80 million physics and nanotechnology building. The sketch was produced by the Architectural Alliance and Zimmer Gunsul Frasca Architects. The five-story, 155,000-square-foot facility would include a 5,000-square-foot "clean room" dedicated to nanotechnology research, flexible research laboratories and student meeting space. 
The Institute of Technology’s Science and Engineering Day will bring together some of the best minds in science, technology, and engineering on Tuesday, Feb. 23, noon-6 p.m. at the McNamara Alumni Center. The event begins with a luncheon and speakers followed by breakout sessions on the topics of human health, energy, and the next generation of scientists and engineers. A networking reception with student projects and posters plus Institute of Technology department displays will conclude the event. Register to attend by Feb. 17. 
As the University continues to examine the best and most efficient ways to deliver education, the Institute of Technology’s Department of Chemistry has launched a new experiment, delivering its Introductory Chemistry course online. The course gives students more flexibility and student reaction to the course has generally been favorable.
