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Duke Engineering Ranked #17 Undergraduate Program in the Nation
9/23/25 Pratt School of Engineering

Duke Engineering Ranked #17 Undergraduate Program in the Nation

Rising three places, the ranking from U.S. News and World Report recognizes the school’s world-class program focused on design thinking, hands-on learning and purpose-driven results.

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Can Kesterite Provide Dirt Cheap Solar Power?
9/22/25 Chemistry World

Can Kesterite Provide Dirt Cheap Solar Power?

David Mitzi explains some of the challenges facing the research community trying to develop kesterite for commercial use in solar cells.

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How GSPS Shapes Student Life at Duke Engineering
9/19/25 Pratt School of Engineering

How GSPS Shapes Student Life at Duke Engineering

The Graduate Student Programs & Services team provides a uniquely embedded support system that empowers master’s and PhD students from around the globe to thrive academically, professionally and personally.

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A Smart Sensor for Your Muscles and Tissues
9/3/25 Pratt School of Engineering

A Smart Sensor for Your Muscles and Tissues

New wearable device technology continuously monitors skin and tissue stiffness to provide real-time medical and athletic insights.

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Trinity College of Arts & Sciences Launches SPACE Initiative
8/29/25 Trinity College of Arts & Sciences

Trinity College of Arts & Sciences Launches SPACE Initiative

Two Duke Engineering faculty members are heavily involved in the new interdisciplinary initiative, with BME master's alumna Anna Menon set to deliver the keynote lecture at the launch event.

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How the Experience of Time Differs Between Adults and Children
8/29/25 Psychology Today

How the Experience of Time Differs Between Adults and Children

An article explores the idea from Adrian Bejan that humans perceive fewer “frames-per-second” as they get older, and, therefore, time feels like it’s passing more quickly.

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Campus Welcomes Class of 2029
8/19/25 Duke Today

Campus Welcomes Class of 2029

Join in all the buzz and excitement as Duke's incoming Class of 2029 moves in to campus. And keep your eyes peeled for a brief cameo by Dean Jerry Lynch!

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Standing Out from the Crowd
8/18/25 Pratt School of Engineering

Standing Out from the Crowd

Students from MEMS and all across Duke Engineering are turning to e-portfolios to highlight their passions and skills to nail job interviews.

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Pickleballs Inspire a New Way To Reduce Drag on Vehicles
8/14/25 Science News Explores

Pickleballs Inspire a New Way To Reduce Drag on Vehicles

Christopher Douglas provides context for an idea that uses a tight but inflatable skin overtop a series of dimples to adjust drag and help steer underwater objects and vehicles.