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WPI robot helps power Hollywood movie "Rule Breakers"

If you see the new movie Rule Breakers, look for a robot developed in 2022 by a student and professor from the robotics engineering program. The Worcester Telegram & Gazette reported on the student research work that drew movie producers to the program; and ultimately led to WPI's unique contribution to the film about Afghanistan’s first all-female robotics team and its inspiring journey to international competitions.

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Worcester Business Journal
WPI granted $900K from U.S. Department of Education to boost diversity among biology researchers

The funding will finance fellowships for graduate students studying to become researchers and educators in cell and molecular biology and microbiology. Eight doctoral students will be funded in the Department of Biology and Biotechnology.

 

Worcester Business Journal
WPI researcher awarded $800K for cancer research

The Worcester Business Journal reported on Assistant Professor of Biology and Biotechnology Amity Manning’s grant from the American Cancer Society to support research that could possibly lead to future cancer therapies.