Tag: Research Investments

  • Infrastructure improvements enhance research, teaching and outreach

    Infrastructure improvements enhance research, teaching and outreach

    From architecture to music, ag efficiency to museum exhibits and hospitality to engineering, facility improvements on campus will improve experiences for faculty, staff, students and visitors.  Kiewit Hall  Kiewit Hall is not just an academic building – it was designed and built with an emphasis on career development. Opened in January 2024, the six-story, $115…

  • Grand Challenges

    Grand Challenges

    Year 3 Summary The University of Nebraska–Lincoln has committed $40 million over four years toward strategic, goal-based solutions in seven thematic areas. The aim is to leverage Nebraska’s expertise and strengths to solve some of society’s greatest challenges. $28.2 million has been invested so far using funds specifically earmarked for research. CATALYST AWARDS Bold and…

  • NIC selected as outstanding research park

    Nebraska Innovation Campus earned the 2023 Outstanding Research Park Award, a top honor bestowed by the Association of University Research Parks.   AURP is the nonprofit organization representing research parks, innovation districts, tech hubs and communities of innovation.  “NIC’s exceptional ecosystem is driven by 10-plus years of impactful partnerships, collaborations and developments,” said Kate Engel, executive…

  • Laser accelerates advanced manufacturing capabilities

    Laser accelerates advanced manufacturing capabilities

     A new laser is solidifying Nebraska’s position at the forefront of a specialized method of surface modification that is driving advances in space, defense, medicine and beyond.  Craig Zuhlke (left), associate professor of electrical and computer engineering; George Gogos (back), Wilmer J. and Sally L. Hergenrader Professor of mechanical and materials engineering; and Graham Kaufman…