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Big challenges. Bold solutions. See how Grainger engineers are shaping tomorrow's world.

Making materials for the quantum revolution

Grainger engineers are bridging the gap between fascinating science and powerful technology, applying the principles of materials science to engineer material systems that support quantum technology.

Gene Robinson: What it will take for Chicago to lead in responsible AI

The race to build AI is happening now, and the Discovery Partners Institute is in the best possible position to ensure Chicago exemplifies how AI can serve society.

Grainger Engineering teams up with Purdue to strengthen semiconductor workforce in U.S.

The joint initiative will prepare students for careers in an industry whose rapid growth is being driven by the AI boom.

Gene Robinson and Rashid Bashir: Chicago can be where the world learns to build AI worthy of trust

The new Chicago Tribune opinion piece makes the case for a distinctly Chicago approach to AI: one grounded in responsibility and real-world impact.

Human-centered design in engineering curricula: A roundtable

Experts from Grainger Engineering and Siebel Center for Design recently sat down to discuss what human-centered engineering is, how it can be implemented into the classroom and its impact on student learning.

Protecting lives from terrorist acts

This year marks 25 years since four airplanes leaving U.S. airports were hijacked by terrorists. During the aftermath of the tragedy, New York City-based Grainger Engineering alumnus Robert "Bob" Smilowitz played a key role studying the impact on buildings and rebuilding both the World Trade Center site and the Pentagon.

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