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Reducing inefficiencies: Wright interns at PepsiCo
Ellise Wright, a junior biomedical engineering student, is in Phoenix, Arizona, completing an internship at PepsiCo.
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In search of a smarter sensor
Mizzou Engineering researcher Matthias Young believes he’s found a way to keep the valuable nutrients on land where they belong. He’s developing a technique that could lead to new types of sensors to help farmers better measure nitrates and phosphates in the soil, allowing them to use fertilizers more efficiently.
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Mizzou information technology seniors complete capstone projects
Seniors in the Information Technology program at Mizzou conclude their coursework with a capstone project. Through these projects, they apply what they’ve learned in their classes to create a product, such as a mobile app, website or video game, that solves a real-world problem or applies emerging technologies in creative ways.
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Mizzou researcher develops next-generation hydrogen sensors
A new University of Missouri researcher is developing next-generation sensors that could be key to using hydrogen as a clean energy source in the future.
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Reaching new heights: Chandrasekhar earns degree in mechanical engineering
Ajay Chandrasekhar is building upon his family’s Mizzou legacy. Both of his parents work in the biological sciences division of the College of Arts and Science. And now, he is graduating with a degree in mechanical engineering and a minor in aerospace engineering from Mizzou.
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Making memories in and outside the classroom: Dierker earns degree in industrial engineering
For Jude Dierker, being a Tiger means embodying honesty, hard work and perseverance. He says that while attending school here, he was surrounded by many great people who helped to instill those qualities within him.
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An electrifying experience: Higgins earns degree in electrical engineering
Hayden Higgins didn’t always want to become an electrical engineer. Captivated by the endless ways electrical engineering touches every bit of technology, Higgins changed course from pre-medicine to a double major in electrical engineering and physics.
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Developing a bold mindset: Deal earns degree in computer science
Logan Deal has spent his time at Mizzou Engineering getting involved in everything from undergraduate research to entrepreneurship. In the lab, he investigated artificial intelligence and neuroscience, and in industry his network with local entrepreneurs led him to an internship after a surprise meeting at the grocery store. Deal says he has enjoyed his time…
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Ready for the future: Hill earns degree in computer engineering
Aleesa Hill took a childhood love for the TV show “BattleBots” and plans to turn it into a career. She says the show is what got her interested in robotics, and after getting involved in high school FIRST Robotics she knew she wanted to pursue engineering.
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Building a career with hands-on experience: Lofgren earns civil engineering degree
Ryan Lofgren, an Iowa native, first toured Mizzou as a rising junior in high school and fell in love with the character of campus. After going on various other visits in the year that followed, he says nothing quite compared to his experience at MU. So, he followed his gut and could not be happier with that decision.