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Saturday, July 27
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ISU studies explore win-win potential of grass-powered energy production
Two recent studies by Iowa State University researchers modeled the impact of using anaerobic digestion to produce renewable natural gas from grassy biomass in different settings and from varying perspectives, analysis that helps flesh out the system’s potential.
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Iowa State research sets funding record; total external funding increases to $544.6 million
Iowa State researchers attracted a record $346.2 million in external funding for the fiscal year that ended June 30, the third straight year of record research funding. Overall, Iowa State’s total external funding for fiscal year 2024 increased to $544.6 million.
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Receptors make dairy cows a prime target for influenza, ISU team finds
A new study by a broad team of researchers at Iowa State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine helps explain why dairy cows infected by highly pathogenic avian influenza are shedding the virus in their milk. Their findings could help develop biosecurity measures aimed at slowing the spread of the illness.
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Engineers developing atom-thick material for efficient, ultrafast, light-based electronics
Matthew Panthani and his research group are developing new materials that allow semiconductors to emit light. The resulting integrated photonic circuits could make computers, phones and other electronics faster and more energy efficient. The National Science Foundation is supporting the work with a $552,000 grant.
Postcard from Campus: Lazy Summer Days
Beautiful sunshine and plenty of rain have Iowa State's campus showing off its summer colors.
Innovation at Work
This series highlights the collaboration and creativity that fuel Iowa State faculty and scientists to find solutions to global challenges that strengthen our communities and improve our lives. This collection of words, photos, video and audio showcases Iowa State University's Innovation at Work.
