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News and Notes

Recovery Act LogoNew 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.

KrakenKraken 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.

Navy ShipNDBI 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.

Sam SwanProfessor 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.

Earthquake MapTeam 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.

Upward TrendReport 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.

Stolen LetterJackson 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.

Bonnie CallenNursing 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.

Winning Team MemebersTeam 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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