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DOE Selects 42 University-Led Nuclear Research and Development Projects for $38 Million in Funding

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The US Department of Energy (DOE) has selected 42 university-led research and development projects for awards totaling $38 million. These projects, funded over three to four years through the Department’s Nuclear Energy University Program, are intended to help advance nuclear education and develop the next generation of nuclear technologies.

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MSU microbial electrolysis cell produces ethanol from glycerol, reduces wastewater in biodiesel production

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Researchers at Michigan State University have developed a microbial electrolysis cell (MEC) which will allow biodiesel plants to eliminate the creation of hazardous wastes while reducing their dependence on fossil fuel. They feast like they’re at a Las Vegas buffet. Credit: ACS, Speers et al. Click to enlarge. sulfurreducens.

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Honda EV concepts, Kia electric vans, Vinfast pickup concept, Hertz dumps EVs: The Week in Reverse

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At CES in Las Vegas, the Honda Saloon and Space-Hub concepts provided a head-turning first look at the automaker’s 0 Series (Zero Series) EVs set to launch starting in 2026. As University of Michigan researchers recently highlighted, it depends on where you live. Looking at 14 different U.S.

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High-Speed Rail Finally Coming to the U.S.

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The 350 kilometer (218 mile) corridor, which the company calls Brightline West , will connect Las Vegas to the the suburbs of Los Angeles. to-Las-Vegas Brightline West line, also operates a Miami-Orlando rail line that averages 111 km/h. There are currently only two rail lines in the U.S. But Karen E.

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Hyundai Motor to invest $85B over next 10 years to accelerate transition to smart mobility provider

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The company plans to expand production by region through a two-track approach of line conversion in ICE factories and new dedicated EV plant establishment. In addition, the company is expanding external collaborations with specialized companies, startups and universities.

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The Tesla Autopilot Excuse: How EV ignorance created the perfect storm for a misinformation nightmare

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Couple this with Elon Musk noting that Autopilot was not involved, and it was no surprise that the crash became a topic for analysis and conversations among Tesla supporters. For professional insights on how misinformation becomes accepted, Teslarati reached out to Stephen Benning , a Professor of Psychology at the University of Las Vegas.

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US DOE Awards $300 Million in Clean Cities Grants to Support Alternative Fuels, Vehicles, and Infrastructure Development

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Fleets include transportation authorities, cities, school districts, the University of Michigan, FedEx, and Meijer. The fleets include two utility fleets, five cities and towns, three counties, ten private companies, two state fleets, ten school districts, and two universities. Total DOE award: $14,970,144. Total DOE award: $5,924,190.