Quantum Science and Engineering

News about UB’s quantum science and engineering programs and related events. (see all topics)

UB engineers tapped for U.S. Space Force solar power project
10/4/24
Researchers will co-develop new photovoltaics to boost space propulsion and power systems.
As AI stresses electricity grid, UB awarded $1.9 million for energy-efficient microelectronics
9/23/24
Research team to develop new transistors based on 2D semiconductors and magnetoelectric materials.
Tiny and tunable: Porous crystals excel at recognizing molecules
6/28/24
Potential applications of the new materials include industrial gas separation, sensing and catalysis.
HWI to join UB, strengthening medical science research and education in WNY
5/29/24
The move will bolster health, well-being and innovation in Buffalo Niagara and beyond.
Semiconductor advancement could lead to low-cost, flexible electronic devices
5/22/24
Study suggests innovation could improve photovoltaics, display screens, wireless communication devices, medical devices and more.
UB’s new mass spectrometer can accelerate discoveries of new drug targets and biomarkers
5/6/24
State-of-the art equipment arrived at the University at Buffalo Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics and Life Sciences (CBLS) last fall.
To capture methane emissions, scientists create nanoshell catalysts
3/27/24
The catalysts can be used for dry reforming, an industrial process that turns greenhouse gases into useful chemicals.
UB, partners awarded $2.8 million semiconductor research grant to improve nation’s power grid
3/11/24
The project, funded by the Department of Energy, aims to help prevent blackouts, make electricity delivery more efficient.
UB CMI funds eight faculty-industry manufacturing R&D projects
2/20/24
This year’s projects center on hydrogen production, anti-ice coatings for wind turbines, infectious biofilm resistant orthopedic implants, among others.
UB launches Center for Advanced Semiconductor Technologies
1/8/24
The center aligns with the Buffalo-Rochester-Syracuse region being designated a federal tech hub under the CHIPS and Science Act in 2022.