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  1. Quantum limits to heat flow observed at room temperature

    Quantum mechanics governs the flow of heat in atoms and Michigan Engineers have directly measured a “quantum of thermal conductance” at room temperature.

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  2. U-M first in line for new bird-inspired walking robot

    Cassie is the first offering from new startup Agility Robotics, and is loosely modeled on the cassowary, a flightless bird similar to an ostrich.

  3. U-M faculty elected to National Academy of Engineering

    The most prestigious engineering association in the U.S. has named Ellen Arruda, Mark Daskin and Noboru Kikuchi among its newest members.

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  4. Coating method could improve temporary implants that dissolve in the body

    Very even, pure coatings that promote healing may now be possible for biodegradable sutures and bone screws.

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  5. 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.

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  6. U-M team’s power grid work earn kudos at national conference

    Society for Risk Analysis recognizes Michigan researchers for work predicting storm damage.

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  7. Sensors from head to toe – Todd Coleman makes measuring health simpler

    Prof. Todd Coleman’s group is tackling the challenging problem of getting high-fidelity monitoring to work affordably at home.

  8. Hurricane tracking satellites successfully launched

    NASA has successfully launched a constellation of eight hurricane-tracking microsatellites in a $151 million mission that’s led by the University of Michigan.

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  9. The beginning of the amniotic sac

    Amnion developed from human stem cells are being studied. Understanding infertility and pregnancy loss are one area being investigated.

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  10. Kamal Sarabandi elected Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science

    The AAAS seeks to advance science, engineering, and innovation throughout the world for the benefit of all people.