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At UChicago Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering, we integrate science and engineering to address global challenges from the molecular level up. #EngineerTheFuture
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Happy #Thanksgiving! 🍂 We are thankful for everyone who makes UChicago PME such an impactful community.

Together, we’re #engineering solutions for a better future.

See how: ms.spr.ly/63321tnhHT
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November 27, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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A materials breakthrough from UChicago PME researchers clears two major hurdles for creating the next generation of stretchable OLED screens. This innovation opens doors to wearable displays, biomedical sensors, and soft robotic systems. #Engineering

Read more: pme.uchicago.edu/news/innovat...
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November 26, 2025 at 8:23 PM
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Engineer Your Future at UChicago Pritzker Molecular Engineering!💡 This is your last weekend to complete your #PhD in Molecular #Engineering application. The deadline is Monday, December 1.

🔗 Learn more and apply now: pme.uchicago.edu/academics/apply-now
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November 26, 2025 at 5:20 PM
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As part of UChicago Medicine and UChicago PME, the Berggren Center offers a career pathway with the Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP) for innovative physician-scientist leaders. The application deadline is December 1. #Quantum #Medicine

Apply here: berggrencenter.uchicago.edu/applynow.html
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November 25, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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♻️ UChicago PME PhD student Sam Marsden is making plastic more recyclable. Interested in doing research like this? Apply to UChicago PME PhD programs — deadlines range from Dec 1 - Dec 15: pme.uchicago.edu/academics/ap...
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November 25, 2025 at 5:10 PM
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Checking in on UChicago PME's first graduate 🎓 Paulina Rincon Delgadillo, PhD’14 (left), exemplifies the strength of UChicago PME’s interdisciplinary approach and its commitment to preparing engineers to lead at the cutting edge of innovation. #Engineering #Science

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November 24, 2025 at 10:22 PM
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As part of UChicago PME, the Berggren Center offers PhD researchers a unique field of study at the intersection of #engineering, #science and #medicine.

Deadlines range from December 1 to December 16.

Learn more and apply here: berggrencenter.uchicago.edu/applynow.html
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November 24, 2025 at 8:16 PM
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Our Master of Engineering students had a great time learning about cutting-edge developments and networking with people in the field at #CQS2025.

Learn more about the Quantum Engineering Track at the UChicago PME MEng Program: ms.spr.ly/63320tToDk #Engineering #Quantum #Science
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November 20, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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Take a look at the 2025 PANIC photo contest winners 📷 This year’s winners, announced Monday, found art in quantum bugs, wobbly resonators, and other images at the smallest scales of science.

Read more: pme.uchicago.edu/news/science...

#Science #Art
Image shows concentric silver rings, with text: "A Few Too Many," captioning circular Bragg resonator issues, rings drifting during cleaning. Photo by Sean Yuan, High Group. Mosaic pattern formed by evaporating water-in-oil droplets on a microfluidic chip. The residual color comes from food dye in the original droplets. Photo by Madhu Prakash, Tay Group. "Quantum Beetle" superconducting quantum processor with two daughterboards flip-chip assembled on a motherboard with 3 qubits. Photo by Xuntao Wu, Cleland Group.
November 19, 2025 at 6:26 PM
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Empowering UChicago PME students with career-building opportunities. 💼 We are committed to offering opportunities that help our students strengthen their professional networks, deepen industry insight, and take actionable steps toward their career goals.
Briana Konnick, PhD, presents "Leveraging Contacts on the Job Search" at a PME Career Development Workshop on November 12, 2025, for the Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering. A woman presents to an audience in a classroom. The slides discuss 'Insight to Organization' and 'Internal Connections, Referrals, and More.' Attendees listen attentively, some eating or drinking.
November 17, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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A nanofiber air filter could turn existing building ventilation into carbon-capture devices.

Developed in the lab of @uchicagopme.bsky.social Asst. Prof. Po-Chun Hsu, the new filter is 92.1% efficient in removing carbon dioxide from the air. #Science #Engineering

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November 12, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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Engineer Your Future at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering!

⏰ Round 1 applications for the Master of Engineering program are closing THIS WEEK on Thursday, November 13.
🔗 Learn more and apply now: pme.uchicago.edu/academics/apply-now
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November 10, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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Happy #NationalSTEMDay! ⚙️🔬 At UChicago PME, STEM is at the heart of everything we do. From quantum technologies, clean materials, and immunoengineering, our researchers and students are building the future through innovation. #Science #Engineering

Learn more: pme.uchicago.edu
The University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering celebrates National STEM Day. 'STEM' spells out Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Integrating science and engineering to address global challenges. Recent STEM research with 3 breakthroughs: connecting quantum computers at 200X distance, tiny sensors detecting "forever chemicals" in water, and a new nanomaterial that helps patients with kidney stones. Learn more at pme.uchicago.edu
November 8, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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The STAGE Center at UChicago PME took quantum international this fall — entangling science, culture, and community in France and Japan.

These global collaborations advance quantum literacy and strengthen international ties in research, education, and outreach.

#Quantum #Engineering #Science
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October 30, 2025 at 8:47 PM
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🎓 This week, UChicago PME is hosting virtual info sessions on Thursday, October 30. Learn more about the program, ask questions, and learn about career opportunities! #Engineering #Science 🧪

REGISTER NOW: ms.spr.ly/63322tBxlu
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October 27, 2025 at 5:53 PM
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#CQS2025 In less than two weeks, global leaders in science, industry, and government will convene for the 2025 Chicago Quantum Summit on November 3–4, hosted by the Chicago Quantum Exchange at the University of Chicago. #Science #Engineering

Learn more: ms.spr.ly/63324sCRh0 🧪
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October 21, 2025 at 9:35 PM
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Thank you to all UChicago PME students, staff, and faculty who joined Dean Nadya Mason for our Fall Town Hall! Her talk shared the school’s latest groundbreaking achievements, ongoing opportunities, and priorities for the future. #Science #Engineering

Read more: ms.spr.ly/63324sCKSQ 🧪
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October 21, 2025 at 6:43 PM
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UChicago PME 2026 Quantum Postdoctoral Fellowship: This 3-year fellowship supports exceptional early-career scientists engaging in experimental or theoretical quantum science.

Deadline: 11/03/2025
Support: Competitive salary + $3,000 annual travel allowance

pme.uchicago.edu/quantum-uchi...
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October 17, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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The UChicago Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering was at the UIUC and MSU Career Fairs to showcase our MEng & PhD programs – where science and engineering come together to transform the world. #STEMCareers #UChicago #UIUC #MSU
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October 16, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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The power of a battery in the palm of your hands 🔋

Amid the displays of the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry main hall, UChicago PME taught participants of the Science Works STEM career fair how to make their own battery. Researchers of Asst.

Read more: pme.uchicago.edu/news/amanchu...
October 15, 2025 at 10:11 PM
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Wonderful turnout at the Molecular Engineering Major Open House!

New and returning undergraduate students joined the UChicago PME community to explore degree pathways, connect with peers and faculty, and learn more information from registered student organizations and offices on campus. #UChicago
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October 15, 2025 at 5:23 PM
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Welcome @drmilossimic.bsky.social to UChicago PME as a Neubauer Family Assistant Professor of Molecular Engineering! Dr. Simic's research focuses on combining cell engineering and synthetic biology to understand and treat brain diseases.

Learn more: pme.uchicago.edu/news/enginee...
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October 12, 2025 at 7:59 PM
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Bringing quantum to the public ✈️ A further look into UChicago PME STAGE Center's new exhibit featuring a model IBM Quantum System One computer in the O'Hare Airport. #EngineerTheFuture #Quantum
October 10, 2025 at 9:13 PM
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Join us for the On-Campus Open House at UChicago’s Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering and explore our MEng program firsthand.

📅 October 21 – 12:00 PM
📍 The University of Chicago
🔗 Register today: ms.spr.ly/63320sFH9o
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October 9, 2025 at 5:20 PM
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Need a bite to eat? The William Eckhardt Research Center has great options to fuel your day:
🍴 Quantum Café & Ca Phe Da — open Mon-Fri | 8 AM – 3 PM

Stop by between classes for coffee, lunch, or a quick study break! #UChicagoFood
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October 6, 2025 at 2:00 PM