Science & Technology
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Into the inferno
Illinois mine rescue expert R.Y. Williams bravely descended into the burning depths of the worst coal mine fire in state history.
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Tools of the trade
The instruments we use to conserve Illinois’ collections are often as fascinating as the artifacts themselves.
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A gem that was nearly lost
For nearly a century, Illinois scientists have protected Brownfield Woods, a treasured outdoor ecological laboratory.
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A balancing act
Engineers and designers are bringing Adam Bleakney’s (LAS ’00, MEDIA ’02) vision for a new wheelchair to life. He wants to ditch the wheels and free his hands.
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Making Illinois: Bridgette Dona, Properties Manager
Episode 1: Bridgette Dona gives us a behind-the-scenes look at prop design as she fabricates a “working” iron lung.
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Making Illinois: Tobias Ellis, Farrier
Episode 2: Tobias Ellis, a farrier with the University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital, practices an age-old tradition on a very modern campus.
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Making Illinois: Neil Pearse, Shop Manager
Episode 3: Neil Pearse leads the team at The Shop, making making more accessible to the campus community.
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Home is where the robot is
Professor Wendy Rogers and other leading Illinois faculty are using the McKechnie Family LIFE Home to define the future of independent living for all ages and abilities.
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Bold
The Grainger College of Engineering honors the legacy of Nobel Laureate Rosalyn Yalow (GRAINGER ’45) while supporting the noteworthy work of physics Professor Nadya Mason.