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Researchers use AI to ‘democratize’ 3D printing of crucial metal alloy
AI technique used by WSU team to sort through millions of options to find the best approach could be adapted in other fields.
Researchers develop electronic skin for prosthetics to sense temperature and pressure
Work by team of WSU scientists ‘lays a crucial foundation for a full bionic skin’ that replicates the sense of touch.
Narasimha Boddeti named Voiland College Dean’s Faculty Fellow
Boddeti, assistant professor in the School of Mechanical and Materials Engineering at WSU, has been named a Voiland College of Engineering and Architecture Dean’s Faculty Fellow.
Leadership changes in the Voiland College
The Voiland College of Engineering and Architecture has announced several leadership appointments, including new roles for Steve Saunders and Prashanta Dutta and the reappointment of Su Ha.
WSU lands $1.4M DOE grant to train next wave of nuclear workers
The grant will help expand WSU’s nuclear training capabilities, supporting a new “Reactor Ready” initiative aimed at preparing students and other workers for careers in the nation’s nuclear energy sector.
Rapid melatonin test can help astronauts and others easily monitor their biological rhythm
Research funded in part by NASA finds a simple test with a paper strip and smartphone reader could help track sleep, performance in round-the-clock occupations.
Turmeric/ginger extract shows benefits for bone implants
Drawing on ancient medicinal practices, researchers show the extract improved bone bonding as well as killing bacteria and cancer cells.
Science confirms torpedo bat works as well as regular bat
Lab tests show the much-hyped torpedo bat offers no real power advantage over traditional designs, with only a slight shift in the sweet spot that may suit certain hitters.
Baseball’s ABS Challenge is an offshoot of WSU’s work
Major League Baseball has an exciting new wrinkle this season, one that depends on work done by WSU’s Sports Science Laboratory.