Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering
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Penn State senior selected as Marshall Scholarship finalist
November 08, 2023
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Replacing 3D printing plastics with plant-derived materials
October 20, 2023
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COVID-19 drugs persist in wastewater, may pose risk to aquatic organisms
September 08, 2022
Penn State’s sustainability efforts in Beaver Stadium suites lauded
September 08, 2022
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Penn State Fayette weather station will benefit campus and community
September 07, 2022
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USDA grant supports Penn State research on mushroom industry automation
September 28, 2021
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Penn State senior selected as Marshall Scholarship finalist
November 08, 2023
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Replacing 3D printing plastics with plant-derived materials
October 20, 2023
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COVID-19 drugs persist in wastewater, may pose risk to aquatic organisms
September 08, 2022
Penn State’s sustainability efforts in Beaver Stadium suites lauded
September 08, 2022
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Penn State Fayette weather station will benefit campus and community
September 07, 2022
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USDA grant supports Penn State research on mushroom industry automation
September 28, 2021
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