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Frecker's origami research is part of NBC Learn educational video series

2/18/16

Mary Frecker, professor of mechanical engineering at Penn State, and her research on origami-inspired structures for medicine and space exploration are highlighted in an educational video series produced by NBC Learn, in partnership with the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

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Penn State Impact videos share stories of critical involvement

11/22/10

Across the University, Penn State experts are working together to make significant changes in science and medicine. A new series of Penn State Impact videos highlights some of the collaborative research ongoing at Penn State. The newest video, "Advancing Surgery," shows how collaborative efforts among University researchers in engineering, materials science and medicine aim to improve endoscopic surgeries by shrinking surgeons' tools as well as patients' recovery time.

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Engineering for the world of the disabled

4/26/10

Most Penn State College of Engineering students taking Mechanical Engineering 440W expect their senior design capstone project to change their perspective on innovation and product development. After all, the class gives students the chance to develop devices for Fortune 500 companies and big government entities, such as the U.S. Navy. For one group of students, the class actually changed how they view the world of the disabled.