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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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Hawaii Reporter
Local Hawai’i Organizations get a Boost

This article in Hawaii Reporter outlines many of the recent projects students completed on behalf of community-based nonprofits and government organizations through WPI's Hawaii Project Center. The students completed the work for their Interactive Qualifying Projects (IQP).

Singapore News Tribe
Antidepressants In Waterways Can Affect Crayfish Behavior, Food Chain, Study Finds

Singapore News Tribe, Malaysian Tribune, and LAO PDR News Gazette printed an article that included comments from Lauren Mathews, associate professor, Biology and Biotechnology, about a study finding that antidepressants in waterways can affect crayfish behavior and the food chain.