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Innovation
December 11, 2025
UO materials chemist honored for innovation by National Academy of Inventors
Darren Johnson has helped found two companies during his tenure.
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Innovation
December 5, 2025
Golden Egg awards honor UO innovators
Fifty-nine people were recognized at the inaugural innovation and translation event.
Innovation
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Research
May 20, 2025
Research transforms us
For close to 150 years, the University of Oregon has powered American progress.
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Research
October 7, 2024
UO touts $7 million increase in research expenditures
Setting up faculty, students, the institution, and collaborators for successful scholarship and partnerships.
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Ducks Discover
July 29, 2024
The future of waterproofing: UO chemist plans sustainable startup
Alex Rosen is spinning off his research on mineral-based waterproof coatings to produce a sustainable replacement for forever chemicals.
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Innovation
July 8, 2024
UO and Intel strengthen innovation bond
Tech giant and University of Oregon seed future collaboration in research and workforce development.
Innovation