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Noteworthy: Research grants, awards and publications
The latest developments on University at Albany faculty and staff who are receiving research grants, awards and other noteworthy attention.
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UAlbany Nanotechnology Research Center to Receive $10 Million
UAlbany’s Center for Advanced Technology in Nanomaterials and Nanoelectronics (CATN2) will receive another $10 million from Empire State Development as a hub for semiconductor and microelectronics research and development.
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Noteworthy: Research grants, awards and publications
The latest developments on University at Albany faculty and staff who are receiving research grants, awards and other noteworthy attention.
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Studying Miniature Hearts at CNSE
Doctoral student Maria Paredes-Espinosa first heard of the College of Nanotechnology, Science, and Engineering while she was a student at Yachay University in her native Ecuador. At UAlbany, she found herself right at home, thanks to CNSE's role as hub for innovation and cutting-edge research.
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Diebold Lab Aims to Improve Crystal Phase Mapping for Thin Film Processing
CNSE Professor Emeritus Alain C. Diebold is taking aim at analyzing the different methods for mapping thin film technology, a key component of microchip manufacturing.
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UAlbany Applauds 5,000 New Graduates During Weekend Commencement Ceremonies
Nearly 5,000 students celebrated their graduation from the University at Albany, which hosted its 181st commencement festivities from Thursday, May 15, through Sunday, May 18. Among the graduates were an estimated 3,000 undergraduates and 1,900 graduate students, including recipients who completed their degrees last summer and fall as well as over the winter. UAlbany held a series of commencement events for the Class of 2025 throughout the week, highlighted by individual stage crossings and the University-wide outdoor undergraduate ceremony.
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Four UAlbany Faculty Named SUNY Distinguished Professors
Distinguished Professor is the highest academic rank in the State University of New York, conferred solely by the SUNY Board of Trustees.
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Rockefeller Student Explores AI, Government Decision-Making
Rockefeller College PhD student Tzuhao "Howard" Chen first developed a fascination for the inner workings of government as a child growing up in Taiwan.