By: Pierson Chu Geoffrey Siemering combines modern day technology with historical records to map out the mine-scarred land of Wisconsin. Wisconsin was one of the nation’s biggest producers of lead and the state prospered as a result of its mining operation up until the beginning of the Civil War. Interestingly…

By: Gabriela Nawangsari Setyawan We live in a materialistic world, so why not explore the different opportunities related to materials? The materials science and engineering department at UW-Madison offers a unique array of opportunities for their students to grow and develop their skills and expand their professional network. UW-Madison’s Materials…

By: Camey Zussman When most people go to the doctor, their biggest fear is pain. Last year, Kip Ludwig, a professor at UW-Madison, designed an electrode to “hack” nerves and stimulate biomolecules, telling the body where to release its produced drugs. …

By: Mary Laudon Administratively, the degree lies in the College of Engineering, but it is open to many potential graduate students. The minimum requirement for the program is a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Additionally, a personal statement by an applicant carries significant…

By: Paige Dollevoet College can be very stressful at times, and it is important that students understand the resources that are there for them when they are struggling with mental health. An organization that plays a crucial role in mental health activism around campus here at UW-Madison is UWell. What…

By: Jared Vahrenberg The robots are here! Starship Technologies has brought their lovable little robots to the UW-Madison campus. You can now order food from the dining halls and have it delivered to you on any part of the Lakeshore portion of campus. …

By: Jared Vahrenberg A look into the design choices made on the College of Engineering campus at UW-Madison. As the Jon Snow of Game of Thrones once said, “Winter is coming”. At least it is to the UW-Madison campus. For many people, including myself, the excitement of snow blanketing the…

By: Daniel Yao Nanotechnology may be a new, promising way to treat baldness, as Professor Wang tells how it can transform small random movements into electricity that stimulates hair growth. Millions of people who suffer from baldness may now have good news. Professor Xudong Wang from the department of materials…

By: Sydney Heimer CBD has hit a high on the public market, but will it last? CBD oil, CBD chocolate, CBD shampoo, and even CBD beer have all become popular products on the market in recent years. But what CBD, or cannabidiol, can and cannot do is shrouded in mystery…