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NSF announces new awards for quantum research, technologies

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TINY cancer detection device proves effective in Uganda testing

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Can a common heart condition cause sudden death?

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NSF announces new measures to protect research community from harassment

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NSF: Next steps against harassment

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Researchers develop microbubble scrubber to destroy dangerous biofilms

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UT engineers develop first method for controlling nanomotors

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NSF creates New England hub for innovation and entrepreneurship

World's first passive anti-frosting surface fights ice with ice

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Engineering biology through DNA’s environment

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Media call: NSF harassment policy next steps

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Nano-sandwiching improves heat transfer, prevents overheating in nanoelectronics

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NSF funds new integrative approaches to cognitive science, neuroscience

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New TRIPODS+X awards target Big Data solutions for broad range of research challenges

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NSF INCLUDES takes major step forward with new awards

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A swab to screen for cancer

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The NSF 2026 Idea Machine

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Got an idea for science and engineering research? Send it to the NSF 2026 Idea Machine

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Device harvests energy from low-frequency vibrations

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Dual-layer solar cell developed at UCLA sets record for efficiently generating power

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'Blink' and you won't miss amyloids

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Engineered sand zaps storm water pollutants

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Ancient African herders had lasting ecological impact on grazed lands

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Ancient livestock dung heaps are now African wildlife hotspots

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NSF invests in research to help disrupt operations of illicit supply networks

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Researchers uncover the science behind blowing bubbles

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Air pollution can put a dent in solar power

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In the race of life, the tortoise beats the hare every time

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UTSA enters Guinness World Records with smallest medical robot

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