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Energy and Innovation Summit Brings Government and Industry Leadership to һ��

Michael Henninger — Tue, 15 Jul 2025 10:01:00 -0400

Pennsylvania’s national competitiveness as a hub for AI and energy technology brought the nation’s top decision-makers to һ�� July 15 for the inaugural Energy and Innovation Summit.

һ�� Startups Bring Energy Innovation to Market

Michael Henninger — Fri, 11 Jul 2025 14:44:27 -0400

Startups launched out of һ�� are stabilizing the power grid, bringing climate tech solutions to market and preventing household utility service shutoffs before they happen.

Power Shift: How һ�� Is Leading America’s Energy Evolution

Michael Henninger — Fri, 11 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0400

From reimagining AI data centers to modernizing and securing the electric grid, һ�� researchers are working on practical solutions to pressing challenges in how the U.S. produces, moves and secures energy.

һ�� Experts at the Intersection of Energy and Innovation

Caroline Sheedy — Thu, 10 Jul 2025 08:16:35 -0400

һ�� experts are developing practical solutions for a fast-changing energy system.

Modifying Red Blood Cells for Safe and Effective Drug Delivery

Yana Ilieva — Wed, 9 Jul 2025 10:30:00 -0400

A һ��-led team is receiving $5.4 million from the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency to develop technologies for transporting drug molecules in red blood cells.

Study Reveals That Internet Searches Can Hinder Creativity

Caroline Sheedy — Tue, 1 Jul 2025 09:42:10 -0400

In a study published in the journal Memory & Cognition, researchers asked participants to brainstorm novel uses for two objects — umbrellas and shields. In some trials, the participants had access to Google search, while in other trials, they were forbidden from seeking outside help via search engines.

һ�� Unveils Center for New Work Development in School of Drama

Michael Henninger — Mon, 30 Jun 2025 14:00:54 -0400

The newly launched Center for New Work Development is supported by an implementation grant from the Richard King Mellon Foundation as part of its strategy to revitalize and develop Pittsburgh's arts and cultural sector.

һ�� Announces Swartz Center for Entrepreneurship Leadership Transition

Michael Henninger — Mon, 30 Jun 2025 13:00:00 -0400

Dave Mawhinney, founding executive director of the Swartz Center for Entrepreneurship at һ��, will return to faculty on June 30, 2025, after nearly a decade of visionary leadership shaping the center’s growth and trajectory.

Iris Lunar Dream Capsule Will Head to Moon on Next Astrobotic Lander

Alexander Johnson — Wed, 25 Jun 2025 09:05:41 -0400

Members of the Iris team have assembled the Iris Lunar Dream Capsule, a tiny payload that will launch aboard Griffin-1, the next lunar lander from Carnegie Mellon spinout Astrobotic. The capsule — smaller than a matchbox — contains the names of team members and supporters, messages and stories, photos, a mini Iris, and a bit of the Moonyard from Carnegie Mellon Mission Control.

Renewed Mission: һ�� Software Engineering Institute Leads National Security Software Innovation

Caroline Sheedy — Tue, 24 Jun 2025 11:00:00 -0400

The U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) has renewed its contract with һ�� to operate the Software Engineering Institute (SEI) for an additional term of five years.

Rubin’s First Snapshots Launch a Decade of Discovery

Michael Henninger — Mon, 23 Jun 2025 09:42:10 -0400

Scientists and engineers at һ��’s McWilliams Center for Cosmology and Astrophysics are building tools to aid astronomers around the world.

Christopher Warren Named Head of Carnegie Mellon’s Department of English

Michael Henninger — Thu, 12 Jun 2025 09:21:50 -0400

һ�� has appointed Christopher Warren the next head of the Department of English, effective Aug. 1.

Alumni Sound Designers on Broadway Share How һ�� Shaped Their Careers

Stacey Federoff — Wed, 11 Jun 2025 16:32:56 -0400

Now working on Broadway in sound design, five alumni from the һ�� School of Drama discussed the interdisciplinary approach that Carnegie Mellon infused into their careers, collaboration involved in the craft and more.

һ�� Study Identifies Strengths and Challenges in Pentagon’s Software Modernization Efforts

Caroline Sheedy — Wed, 11 Jun 2025 09:33:29 -0400

A new һ�� Software Engineering Institute (SEI) study shows how DOD programs are getting better and faster at delivering secure software and where challenges persist.

DASIE Opens Doors to Data-Driven Futures

Alexander Johnson — Tue, 10 Jun 2025 09:54:22 -0400

Established in 2022, һ��'s Data Analytics Summer Immersion Experience (DASIE) helps students forge new career paths and pursue graduate education with purpose.

Carnegie Mellon Alumnae Earn 2 2025 Tony Awards

Michael Henninger — Sun, 8 Jun 2025 20:24:19 -0400

The spotlight shone bright һ�� alumni at Radio City Hall in New York during The 78th Annual Tony Awards.

With Broadway Experience, Alumni Scenic Designers Offer Advice: Be Confident, Take Constructive Criticism

Stacey Federoff — Fri, 6 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Now working on Broadway in scenic design, three alumni from the һ�� School of Drama said the program helped them process feedback and balance different projects at the same time while building their confidence.

Broadway's ‘Buena Vista Social Club’ is Big on Tartan Talent

Stacey Federoff — Fri, 6 Jun 2025 09:30:00 -0400

On Broadway, “Buena Vista Social Club” brings the life of legendary songstress Omara Portuondo to the stage through performances by two Carnegie Mellon alumni: Isa Antonetti portrays Young Omara in the 1950s at the beginning of her career in Havana, and Natalie Venetia Belcon plays Omara in the 1990s when she reunites with her former bandmates for the iconic recording of the 1997 hit album “Buena Vista Social Club.”

As Production Assistant, Alumna Saw Clear Emotional Connection to ‘Buena Vista Social Club’

Stacey Federoff — Fri, 6 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Sidney Rubinowicz, who graduated in 2023 with a bachelor of fine arts in stage and production management, worked on "Buena Vista Social Club" on Broadway and will also serve in that role for the 2025 Tony Awards broadcast.

Researchers Discuss Cutting-Edge Cell Science at Steel City Condensates Conference

Alexander Johnson — Thu, 5 Jun 2025 22:00:00 -0400

Interdisciplinary researchers explored the future of cell science at the 2025 biophysics symposium, held at һ��.

Kirsten Martin Appointed the H. John Heinz III Dean of the Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy

Michael Henninger — Thu, 5 Jun 2025 15:00:00 -0400

Kirsten Martin will serve as the next H. John Heinz III Dean of the Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy, effective July 1, 2025.

һ�� Prepares Navy Robotics Specialists for the Age of AI

Caroline Sheedy — Thu, 5 Jun 2025 10:00:08 -0400

һ�� recently completed a second round of hands-on training for the U.S. Navy’s emerging class of robotics specialists. Developed in collaboration with the Office of Naval Research, the program aims to explore cost-effective ways to prepare sailors for a fast-changing robotics landscape by equipping them to rapidly understand, operate and adapt autonomous systems, including certain forms of AI.

һ�� Alumni Shine in Broadway’s ‘Death Becomes Her’

Stacey Federoff — Wed, 4 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Megan Hilty, a 2004 graduate of the School of Drama, discusses her starring role as Madeline Ashton in Broadway's "Death Becomes Her" , where Kaleigh Cronin, a 2011 graduate of the School of Drama serves as her understudy and a member of the ensemble.

Three Seed Grants Awarded for Generative AI and Education Research

Alexander Johnson — Mon, 2 Jun 2025 16:15:53 -0400

The selection of recipients for the һ�� and donor-provided award includes three faculty-led projects.

The National Science Foundation CAREER Awardees Supercharging STEM

Michael Henninger — Mon, 2 Jun 2025 09:39:52 -0400

The NSF CAREER award supports early-career researchers at һ�� as they work to impact society.

Researchers Target Tire Dust Threatening Salmon

Kelly Saavedra — Fri, 30 May 2025 13:45:02 -0400

һ�� researchers, including recent graduate Camden Johnson, are investigating ways to safely remove tire dust from waterways.

Gary Edwin Robinson Selected as 2025 Excellence in Theatre Education Award Winner

Michael Henninger — Thu, 29 May 2025 12:30:00 -0400

Gary Edwin Robinson is the winner of the 2025 Excellence in Theatre Education Award (EITEA), presented jointly by һ�� and The Tony Awards.

һ�� Researchers Build Personalized Models To Advance Precision Cancer Care

Caroline Sheedy — Wed, 28 May 2025 16:51:08 -0400

Researchers from һ��’s School of Computer Science developed a new approach to bridge this gap between available data and actionable insight, creating personalized models to help doctors better understand individual patients and improve their prognosis.

Justin Simon Named һ�� Head Men's Basketball Coach

Michael Henninger — Wed, 28 May 2025 09:28:00 -0400

Justin Simon has been named the head coach of the һ�� Men's Basketball program following an extensive national search.

AI Helps Transplant Centers Improve Patient Education Resources

Michael Henninger — Wed, 28 May 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Transplants.org turned to һ�� to analyze patient education materials from transplant centers across the U.S.

Carnegie Mellon, Mid-Atlantic Hub Host First NSF I-Corps Cohort for AI, Robotics

Alexander Johnson — Thu, 22 May 2025 09:22:37 -0400

To help faculty, students and alumni transform their research into the next generation of companies, һ��'s Project Olympus and the National Science Foundation Innovation Corps Hub Mid-Atlantic Region recently hosted entrepreneurs and researchers in AI and robotics.

һ��-Africa Graduates Charged To Lead with Purpose, Integrity and Innovation

Michael Henninger — Wed, 21 May 2025 16:11:19 -0400

The 12th һ��-Africa graduation ceremony celebrates resilience, global impact, and the future of African tech leadership.

Research Offers New Hope for Overdose Patients

Yana Ilieva — Wed, 21 May 2025 12:22:55 -0400

Recent MCS graduate Stella Trickett is working to find alternative treatments for non-opioid drug overdoses with fewer side effects.

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