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Penn Department of Materials Science and Engineering @pennmatsci.bsky.social · 29d

There are few things that are more satisfying than what's about to occur. @pennmatsci.bsky.social Matsci Makers Annual Make N' Break Workshop, which is just what it sounds like. Stop on by.

Wednesday, September 17, 5:00 - 7:00 pm
MSE Lab - LRSM Basement

Poster for Penn MSE Matscie Makers Make N' Break Workshop

Penn Department of Materials Science and Engineering @pennmatsci.bsky.social · Sep 10

@pennmatsci.bsky.social is excited to welcome Dr. Judy J. Cha (Cornell University) next week to our MSE seminar series with her talk, "1D Topological Systems for Next-Generation Electronics."

Abstract: shorturl.at/WojYK

Thursday, 9/18 at 10:30 AM Wu & Chen Auditorium

Judy J. Cha, Cornell University, MSE guest speaker

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pennehrs.bsky.social @pennehrs.bsky.social · Sep 5

Thanks for hosting us! Here's to a safe and productive year of research!

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Penn Department of Materials Science and Engineering @pennmatsci.bsky.social · Sep 5

@pennmatsci.bsky.social once again gives Top Chef a run for their money with liquid nitrogen ice cream. Add Oreos and M&Ms and life is wonderful.

Gotta thank the MSE Society and our own Steven "Willy Wonka" Szewczyk for his support. A wonderful turnout.

MSE Society and Steven "Willy Wonka" Szewczyk

Tony Tian and Tuna Sagdan prepping the liquid nitrogen ice cream

Students lined up to enjoy the delicious ice cream

Students enjoying their liquid nitrogen ice cream

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Penn Engineering @pennengineering.bsky.social · Aug 18

A new solar-driven water harvesting device, inspired by raspberries and sunflowers, collects moisture from the air. Developed by Shu Yang, the new material is 4.4 times faster than conventional systems, offering a promising solution for water scarcity.
https://bit.ly/4lIrTtu
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Penn Engineering @pennengineering.bsky.social · Sep 2

Vanessa Chan, Penn Engineering's Vice Dean for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, discusses her journey through academia and industry with Technical.ly Philly in their "How I Got Here" series. Read the full article today.

https://technical.ly/workforce/penn-engineering-vanessa-chan-how-i-got-here/

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pennehrs.bsky.social @pennehrs.bsky.social · Sep 3

It's that time again! If your lab has peroxide formers, this is your reminder to check on them and handle anything that may need attention. Our team is here to help if you're not sure what to do. Here's the SOP for peroxide formers to get you started: ehrs.upenn.edu/health-safet...

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Penn Department of Materials Science and Engineering @pennmatsci.bsky.social · Sep 4

The @pennmatsci.bsky.social fall welcome hasn't started until Nina from Wawa arrives with hot coffee and bagels.

We had an amazing seminar on Lab safety from @pennehrs.bsky.social who reminded us of safety procedures and best practices.

Welcome back, everyone.

MSE Students attending the first seminar event of the year.

Students enjoying delicious Wawa food for the first seminar of the year.

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Penn Department of Materials Science and Engineering @pennmatsci.bsky.social · Aug 22

What a meaningful @pennmatsci.bsky.social 50-year connection with Dr. David Pope and his student, Nancy Yang, with Undergraduate Coordinator, Vicky Lee.

Dr. David Pope, Penn Alumna Nancy Yang and Undergraduate Coordinator Vicky Lee.

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Penn Department of Materials Science and Engineering @pennmatsci.bsky.social · Aug 22

@pennmatsci.bsky.social welcomes the incoming class of Master's and PhD students. Welcome, everyone.

Department of Materials Science and Engineering incoming Master's and PhD Class.

Penn Department of Materials Science and Engineering @pennmatsci.bsky.social · Aug 19

@pennmatsci.bsky.social Shu Yang reveals how biomimicry is revolutionizing material science.

Hosted by Christopher McFadden, this episode dives into how looking to nature’s playbook can inspire the technologies of tomorrow.

Listen now.

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Nature is the engineer: Biomimicry and the future of material science

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Penn Department of Materials Science and Engineering @pennmatsci.bsky.social · Aug 19

Penn Engineers have designed a sunflower + raspberry–inspired device that harvests clean water from thin air using only sunlight.

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Sunflower Spirals and Raspberry Beads: A Nature-Inspired Leap in Water Harvesting Technology - Penn Engineering Blog

Tackling large socio-environmental issues like climate change and global freshwater scarcity takes bold, interdisciplinary experts with an eye for natural solutions. Shu Yang, Joseph Bordogna … Read M...

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Penn Department of Materials Science and Engineering @pennmatsci.bsky.social · Aug 6

We adore visits from our @pennmatsci.bsky.social alumni, especially when it's just to catch up and say hello. Thank you, Emma Glasser, for visiting.

MSE Alumni, Emma Glasser and MSE Department Chair, Shu Yang

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Penn Department of Materials Science and Engineering @pennmatsci.bsky.social · Aug 6

Sending off one of the recent @pennmatsci.bsky.social PhDs to conquer the world. Good luck, Antonio. We'll always be here.

Antonio Martinez recent PhD graduate and his advisor, Shu Yang

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Penn Department of Materials Science and Engineering @pennmatsci.bsky.social · Aug 6

An interdisciplinary team of researchers, including @pennmatsci.bsky.social and Penn Dental Assistant Professor Kyle Vining, are exploring the question: “How do teeth mineralize?”

Read more in today’s Penn Today article: shorturl.at/aBaYR

What ever-growing incisors can teach us about genetic disease | Penn Today

An interdisciplinary team of researchers approaches the question ‘How do teeth mineralize?’ by analyzing the physical, biological, and genetic properties of teeth for real-world clinical applications ...

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Penn Department of Materials Science and Engineering @pennmatsci.bsky.social · Jul 30

A new @ACSMaterials study from Penn researchers, led by @pennmatsci.bsky.social and Dental School Assistant Professor, Kyle Vining, reveals how enamel & dentin offer clues to rare craniofacial disorders.

Learn more shorturl.at/GKiy3
#DentalResearch #PennEngineering #MedTwitter

Study from Vining Lab Uncovers What the Biological Makeup of Teeth Can Teach Us - Penn Dental Medicine

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Penn Department of Materials Science and Engineering @pennmatsci.bsky.social · Jul 30

@pennmatsci.bsky.social associate professor Shoji Hall and colleagues have found that manipulating the surface of water can allow scientists to sustainably convert carbon monoxide to higher energy fuel sources like ethylene.

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Beneath the surface: Diving into water’s hidden carbon-cleaning capabilities | Penn Today

Penn materials scientist Shoji Hall and colleagues have found that manipulating the surface of water can allow scientists to sustainably convert greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide and carbon monoxid...

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Eli Fastow, PhD @ejfastow.bsky.social · Jul 28

Most exciting for me is B to Navy Yard

Spooky Monorail Maoist @awildschild.bsky.social · Jul 28

Here is 'unfunded.' If you read closely, there are a ton of regional rail projects in here that are obviously Reimagining Regional Rail projects that have been communicated to the DVRPC even though SEPTA's plan isn't out

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Penn Department of Materials Science and Engineering @pennmatsci.bsky.social · Jul 30

A new @ACSMaterials study from Penn researchers, led by @pennmatsci.bsky.social and Dental School Assistant Professor, Kyle Vining, reveals how enamel & dentin offer clues to rare craniofacial disorders.

Learn more shorturl.at/GKiy3
#DentalResearch #PennEngineering #MedTwitter

Study from Vining Lab Uncovers What the Biological Makeup of Teeth Can Teach Us - Penn Dental Medicine

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Penn Engineering @pennengineering.bsky.social · Jul 10

Penn engineers and designers, led by Shu Yang (@pennmatsci.bsky.social) & Masoud Akbarzadeh have developed a 3D-printed concrete solution that enhances carbon capture, is more resilient, and uses fewer materials like cement. Read the full story today: penntoday.upenn.edu/news/penn-en...

Shu Yang is the Joseph Bordogna Professor of Engineering and Applied Science and chair of the Materials Science Department in the School of Engineering and Applied Science.

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Penn Department of Materials Science and Engineering @pennmatsci.bsky.social · Jul 25

What's not to like about a gathering of @pennmatsci.bsky.social classmates, friends and PIZZA. No better way spend a Thursday afternoon.

Penn Department of Materials Science and Engineering students, staff and faculty enjoying Pizza.

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Dr. Lucky Tran @luckytran.com · Jul 8

BREAKING: Scientists are staging a “science fair” in the lobby of a Congressional building to tell elected officials about the critical knowledge the US will lose because their research grants have been canceled.

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Penn Department of Materials Science and Engineering @pennmatsci.bsky.social · Jul 9

Penn engineers, @pennmatsci.bsky.social materials scientists, and Weitzman School designers have developed a 3D-printed concrete solution based on diatomaceous earth that has enhanced carbon capture, is stronger, and uses fewer materials like cement.

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Designing cleaner, greener concrete that absorbs carbon dioxide | Penn Today

Penn engineers, materials scientists, and designers have developed a 3D-printed concrete solution based on diatomaceous earth that has enhanced carbon capture, is stronger, and uses fewer materials li...

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Penn Department of Materials Science and Engineering @pennmatsci.bsky.social · Jul 7

@pennmatsci.bsky.social is excited to welcome back MSE alumni, Murari Ramkumar, CEO Vinmano, who just secured $3M in startup funding.

Vimano produces nanotech membranes for energy storage and conversion devices like flow batteries and fuel cells and they're always on the lookout for talent.

Penn Department of Materials Science and Engineering @pennmatsci.bsky.social · Jul 2

@pennmatsci.bsky.social would like to congratulate Penn MSE alumna Despina Louca (Ph.D. ’97) on receiving the 2025 Anne Mayes Neutron Scattering Prize!
A proud moment for @pennengineering.bsky.social and the University of Virginia Department of Physics.

Flyer on Penn MSE alumna Despina Louca (Ph.D. ’97) on receiving the 2025 Anne Mayes Neutron Scattering Prize!

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