UMaine Researcher Strives for Effective Innovative STEM Initiatives
UMaine researcher strives for effective innovative STEM initiatives
Read moreEngineering
Experiencing Engineering
Matthew Edwards was involved in diverse electrical and computer engineering internships throughout his undergraduate and graduate student years
Read more
Elias Studies Connections Between Renal Function, Arterial Stiffness, Dementia
Elias studies connections between renal function, arterial stiffness, dementia
Read moreUMaine’s Forest Bioproducts Research Institute Takes Part in Job Forum, BDN Reports
The Bangor Daily News reported members of the University of Maine’s Forest Bioproducts Research Institute took part in a forum held by the Sustainable Bioplastics Council of Maine at the Old Town Fuel and Fiber mill. Growing bio-based manufacturing jobs was the focus of the forum which was attended by about 75 industry members and […]
Read moreBDN Editorial Focuses on Future of Offshore Wind Industry, UMaine
The Bangor Daily News editorial titled “Maine blows it with Statoil. Hopefully entire offshore wind industry isn’t next,” says that it’s now up to the University of Maine and its partners to help the state become a hub for the evolving offshore wind energy industry following Statoil’s decision to pull the plug on its $120 […]
Read moreUMaine, Maine Maritime Academy Research on Biofuels Cited in BDN Article
Ongoing research at the University of Maine and Maine Maritime Academy on developing new fuels and fuel blends with biofuels for existing ships was cited in a Bangor Daily News article. Sea Change Group LLC, Global Marine Solutions and Thermoelectric Power Systems LLC are also conducting research.
Read morePeterson’s Horse Racing Track Recommendations Cited in Courier-Journal Blog
The Courier-Journal blog “HorseBiz” contained a post about Turfway Park, a horse racing park in Kentucky, beginning a $500,000, three-year plan to upgrade its racing surface. Chip Bach, general manager of the track, said the annual ongoing expense of the track would be based on recommendations by Mick Peterson, a professor of mechanical engineering at […]
Read moreCooperative Extension to Host Robotics Expo, Maine Edge Reports
The Maine Edge reported the University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host a Robotics Expo for youth ages 5–18 on Oct. 19 at the University of Southern Maine in Gorham. Activities are planned for those participating in or interested in a 4-H robotics program. Representatives from UMaine’s College of Engineering are also expected to attend […]
Read moreMedia Report on UMaine’s Commitment to Wind Project After Statoil Drops Out
The Associated Press, Bangor Daily News, Maine Public Broadcasting Network, Renewable Energy News, WVII (Channel 7), Mainebiz and Portland Press Herald were among the news organizations to report on Norwegian company Statoil’s decision to pull the plug on its $120 million offshore wind pilot project in Maine. The University of Maine’s proposal is now the […]
Read moreEngineering Career Fair Oct. 23
More than 70 companies that employ engineers will be visiting the University of Maine Oct. 23 for the annual Engineering Job Fair, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the New Balance Student Recreation Center. Co-sponsored by the College of Engineering and the Career Center, the 2013 Engineering Job Fair is an opportunity for students to […]
Read more