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Undergraduate student Mckenzie Ferrari and graduate students Benjoe Rey Visayas and Yasmin Zandomenico Vasconcelos all received awards
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UMass Dartmouth undergraduate and graduate students competed in the 2023 Three Minute Thesis competition.
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The latest award from the Office of Naval Research to create new marine science and technology projects
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Student researchers from across campus to conduct unique research during the spring
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UMass Dartmouth received a $3.5 million grant from the National Science Foundation to advance the study of cybersecurity and prepare students for future careers in the field.
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Marine Science & Technology MS student Marcia Campbell stands on top of the world
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Corsair Idea Challenge, Global Entrepreneurship Week, and NB100! present opportunities to connect top business school talent to local economy
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The lab, formed through a Commonwealth and private partner collaboration, will explore plastics biodegradation in the environment
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The grant will create opportunities for students to access cutting-edge equipment for in-demand careers in life sciences industries
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Cyber-physical systems grant combines with Brigham and Women’s share to total $1.1 million in funds