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All major industrial countries have the equivalent of a Department of Education. It may not be called that, but basically there’s a central role for education in the central government, which, I think, is really critical for the success of a nation.

Philip Burke

Professor of special education, on President-elect Donald Trump’s threats to eliminate the Department of Education

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Nov 07, 2024

AI Face-off: Researchers Pit Old AI Tech vs. New in HVAC Efficiency Test

A sophisticated type of artificial intelligence (AI) known as deep learning could play an important role in reducing energy usage in the next generation of heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, a new University of Maryland study found.

Oct 30, 2024

As Early Voting in Maryland Ends Oct. 31, Terps Urged to Make Plan to Vote

University President Darryll J. Pines and Senior Vice President and Provost Jennifer King Rice sent the following email to the campus community on Wednesday afternoon: As Election Day approaches on Nov. 5, we have the opportunity to participate in one of our most important civic duties when we cast our vote for candidates and causes that we each support.

Oct 28, 2024

Using Heat Pumps to Dry Wood Could Green Up Construction Industry, UMD Study Shows

A newly published paper led by the University of Maryland’s Center for Environmental Energy Engineering (CEEE) researchers makes the case for developing heat pump technologies to decarbonize the wood-drying industry, which prepares lumber for building construction, furniture and more.

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On Election Day, a Vote for Taking Care of Yourself

UMD Counseling Center Offers Tips on Managing Emotions

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Welcome to the Hotel Influenza

A Groundbreaking UMD Researcher Investigating How Respiratory Infections Spread Asks Volunteers to Check in—and Get Sick for Science

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