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As we embark on a new year, I am excited to share Missouri University of Science and Technology's research mission.
There are several reasons why universities pursue cutting-edge research, but the aim at Missouri S&T is on generating a societal impact. We are focused on helping people by solving challenging problems through
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innovation and the creation of new products and technologies.
Our focus areas include transforming industries and job markets by harnessing innovative materials and state-of-the-art manufacturing systems, pushing the boundaries of problem-solving at the intersection of health and engineering, and designing the foundation for a sustainable, connected and adaptable world.
This newsletter highlights some of our key research accomplishments over the past year that demonstrate our focus on investigation with intention. Each piece includes a clear definition of why the research is important and how it impacts society.
Enjoy!
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Time-traveling concrete: Researcher looks to ancient Rome to transform modern industry
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Dr. Monday Okoronkwo is researching how to mimic the chemistry and composition of ancient Roman concrete while also applying modern technology to make it even better. He received the National Science Foundation’s CAREER award to support his work.
This research could lead to a new generation of cementitious material that is more resilient and has a smaller carbon footprint.
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S&T awarded $1.4 million from Army Corps to develop AI-based program for 3D-printing concrete
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A Missouri S&T research team led by Dr. Kamal Khayat was awarded $1.4 million from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to develop an artificial intelligence program that will determine the best locally-available materials for 3D-printed concrete.
This research will improve construction processes, keep troops safer, put a spotlight on sustainability and benefit future humanitarian missions.
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S&T professor leads DOE project to curb climate change, critical minerals crisis
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Dr. Hongyan Ma was tapped by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy to lead a $2 million grant project related to critical minerals and clean energy.
This project simultaneously addresses the critical minerals crisis and climate change. Researchers will recover critical minerals from silicate materials and then use what is left for carbon capture and storage.
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One step closer to 3D-printing human organs
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A Missouri S&T research team led by Dr. Anthony Convertine has developed a new process for creating nanoparticles that rapidly solidify when exposed to light.
These new materials could potentially be used to 3D-print tissue scaffolds for organ replacement or deliver drugs to specific regions of the body.
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Eye-opening research: NIH funds glaucoma treatment research at S&T
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Dr. Hu Yang, a Missouri S&T professor who is pioneering new glaucoma treatments, was awarded the National Institutes for Health’s R01 grant, which will provide his research team with $2.5 million in funding over the next five years.
About three million Americans with glaucoma could one day benefit from Yang's nanoparticle delivery system that could more effectively treat the disease.
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Diagnostic breathing: Researchers ready for clinical trials
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Missouri S&T researcher Dr. Jie Huang is developing a device with microwave sensors that may allow patients to "just breathe" and then receive a medical diagnosis.
With this new medical technology, people will be able to more quickly and easily diagnose what type of disease or illness they may have.
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Critical minerals expertise leads S&T to be named one of nation’s Tech Hubs
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Missouri S&T’s expertise in critical minerals and materials research has led to its selection as one of 31 Regional Innovation and Technology Hubs funded through the CHIPS and Science Act.
The Tech Hub's work will benefit America’s energy and chip manufacturers and reduce the country's dependence on foreign critical minerals. It should also lead to onshoring of overseas industry and create thousands of jobs.
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Researchers awarded $13.3 million to zap metal manufacturing’s greenhouse gas emissions
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A research team led by Dr. Ron O'Malley will receive up to $13.3 million over the next five years through a federal initiative to study methods to lower greenhouse gas emissions in iron and steel manufacturing.
This research will design new methods to electrify iron and steel manufacturing processes, with the aim of significantly reducing the industry's carbon emissions.
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S&T lab partners with top electronics companies, military agencies for EMC research
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Missouri S&T is home to the largest electromagnetic compatibility laboratory of its kind in the world. The lab has several research partnerships with large companies, as well as the U.S. government.
The EMC lab’s work increases the reliability, lowers the cost, and accelerates the development schedules of modern electronic systems — playing a major role in keeping people around the world connected.
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Fast-tracking farmers' use of 21st century precision agriculture techniques
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Farmers in Missouri might currently hop on a tractor or utility vehicle to check on their livestock and crops, but thanks to training efforts by Drs. Katherine Grote and Jeremy Maurer, they may soon be able to have drones assist with this work.
This project will allow farmers to become more proficient with using drones for precision agriculture concepts, which should give them better data for decision-making and lead to better crop yields.
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