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Laser Lab supercomputer ranked one of the world’s most powerful
Fri, 13 Oct 2023
The new supercomputer enables a four-fold increase in high-performance computing to simulate high-energy-density physics and inertial confinement fusion experiments.
Continue ReadingUniversity’s arboretum and tree maintenance program take a bough
Fri, 07 Jul 2023
The Horticulture and Grounds Department has accepted three national honors on behalf of the University.
Continue ReadingYellowjackets welcome certification as a Bee Campus USA
Mon, 22 May 2023
The national designation from the Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation is the result of a two-year, student-led effort.
Continue ReadingUnlocking the power of photosynthesis for clean energy production
Thu, 27 Apr 2023
A new grant will allow Rochester researchers to leverage bacteria and nanomaterials to mimic photosynthesis and produce clean-burning hydrogen fuel.
Continue ReadingUniversity embraces community solar through Amp Energy
Wed, 03 Aug 2022
The University will receive financial credits as a result of the clean, renewable energy generated by six solar farms in nearby areas. Amp Energy is also providing a $100,000 endowed scholarship for undergraduates in the College.
Continue ReadingLaboratory for Laser Energetics represented at White House summit on fusion energy
Tue, 22 Mar 2022
LLE Director Michael Campbell joined national stakeholders to discuss the development and commercialization of fusion as a safe, clean, reliable energy source.
Continue ReadingUniversity earns silver rating in recognition of sustainability accomplishments
Tue, 01 Mar 2022
For the third time in a row, Rochester has been recognized as a STARS Silver Institution by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education.
Continue ReadingNew University Fleet Program centralizes departmental vehicle purchasing, maintenance
Tue, 07 Dec 2021
The program is expected to create new efficiencies University-wide in purchasing and maintenance, as well as add sustainability benefits.
Continue ReadingUniversity joins Climate Action 100+ in support of sustainable investing
Mon, 27 Jan 2020
Rochester is the sixth higher education institution in the nation to join this coalition of investment firms, pension funds, and institutional investors pushing corporations to take action on climate change.
Continue ReadingDetecting microplastics first step in assessing environmental harm
Thu, 09 Jan 2020
Amid growing alarm over the plastic that pollutes our environment, biomedical and optics researchers are devising ways to quickly detect microplastics in drinking water to better understand their potential impacts on human health.
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