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April 10, 2024
University researchers measure the sun during the eclipse to assess impact on solar arrays
The recent total solar eclipse over Rochester provided a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity on Earth for two faculty-researchers and their students to capture data about the effects of the sun’s energy during a total eclipse.
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April 8, 2024
Researchers introduce new way to study, help prevent landslides
Landslides are one of the most destructive natural disasters on the planet, causing billions of dollars of damage and devastating loss of life every year. A global team of researchers has provided help for those who work to predict landslides and risk evaluations.
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April 5, 2024
Imaging science professor continues legacy of his mentors
Life experience and lessons from all of his mentors, many of whom were past recipients of the Eisenhart Award, made Salvaggio a teacher worthy of the accolade.
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April 4, 2024
REMADE to host conference in D.C.
The Rochester Beacon talks to Nabil Nasr, associate provost and director of Golisano Institute for Sustainability, about the conference.
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April 2, 2024
Scientists release new insight about Southern Ring Nebula
Planetary nebulae have been studied for centuries, but astronomers are getting new looks and a better understanding of the structures and compositions of these gaseous remnants of dying stars thanks to the ability to study objects at multiple wavelengths and dimensions.
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April 1, 2024
RIT faculty member becomes fellow of the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering
Becoming an AIMBE Fellow is one of the organization's most prestigious honors, representing the most accomplished individuals across academia, industry, education, clinical practice, and government.
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March 21, 2024
Innovation unleashed: students forge transdisciplinary projects at RIT's a2ru summit
Students leveraged the variety of makerspaces in RIT's brand-new SHED facility to create arts-integrative work responding to a theme of "Play."
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March 21, 2024
REMADE Institute to lead 2024 circular economy tech summit in D.C. next month
A national institute, led in part by RIT, next month is hosting the 2024 REMADE Circular Economy Technology Summit & Conference in Washington, D.C., highlighting emerging strategies and technologies to accelerate the adoption of a circular economy.
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March 21, 2024
Genomics lab allows scientists and students to help protect the local ecosystem
Within Brown Hall on RIT’s campus, newly renovated lab spaces house state-of-the-art equipment allowing for essential research. One such space is the genomics lab, where Elle Barnes, assistant professor in the Thomas H. Gosnell School of Life Sciences, is working to help protect one of the key members of the local ecosystem: salamanders.
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March 8, 2024
Pollution Prevention Institute at RIT accepting Community Grants Program applications
The program, founded in 2008, is part of the NYSP2I’s ongoing efforts to make the state more sustainable for workers, the public, the environment, and the economy through pollution prevention.
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March 6, 2024
Maple Sugaring Society Photo Gallery
RIT students learn about tapping trees and gathering sap during the class Maple Syrup and our Environment. Instructors hope students connect with nature.
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March 4, 2024
Loyal to RIT, Wilkie intent on leading Tigers to playoff redemption
Pickin' Splinters talks to biomedical sciences student Carter Wilkie about his hockey success.