QUEST is a celebration of research, scholarship, and creative activity of faculty and students at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. QUEST’s website, magazine, newsletters, and reports highlight significant discoveries and achievements that build new knowledge, solve emerging problems, and expand the creative thinking essential for a healthy, productive society. Look for these stories and more in the print edition of QUEST magazine published quarterly.
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Rewriting a 50-year-old Classic
Scholar of the Week
Back to the Big Bang
Lab on a Chip
New Web Site Provides Latest Recovery Act Funding Information — The Office of Research will be constantly updating its Recovery Act web site as new details become available. Visit the site.
Kraken Supercomputer Named World's Sixth Fastest — At a peak speed of 606 teraflops, the NSF funded system is the fastest university-managed supercomputer in the world — and getting faster. Learn more.
NDBI Assesses Navy's Modernization Plans — The National Defense Business Institute recently completed a study on the modernization the nation’s fleet of destroyer combat ships. Learn more.
Professor Named Bliss Distinguished Broadcast Educator — Sam Swan is recognized for contributions as an electronic journalism educator in the areas of teaching, service and scholarship. Learn more.
Team Starts Earthquake Survey — A new research project will provide the first-ever record of seismic activity in the Tennessee Valley and may provide insight into future activity. Learn more.
Report Cites 'Tidbits' of Good Economic News — The Center for Business and Economic Research is cautiously optimistic that a slow turnaround may be coming. Learn more.
Jackson Papers Project Helps Recover Stolen Letter — Tom Coens alerted authorities to a missing four-page letter written by Awdrew Jackson he found for sale on the Internet. Learn more.
Nursing Professor Earns Fulbright Award — Bonnie Callen will be teaching and conducting research in Ireland this fall as part of the Fulbright Scholar Program promoting international education. Learn more.
Team Claims Top Honors in EPA Sustainable Design Competition — "The New Norris House: A Sustainable Home for the 21st Century" may be constructed thanks to a $75,000 EPA grant. Learn more.
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