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Physicists unlock another clue to brewing the perfect espresso

Ars Technica

Scientists from the University of Warsaw have gleaned insights into the underlying physics of channeling that will help coffee lovers achieve more consistent results when brewing espresso. This significantly reduces the extraction yield and thus the quality of the final brew. Naturally, scientists find this fascinating.

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Oregon Foundation looking for a Million Dollar Idea

Amy Sample Ward

Meyer Memorial Trust is a private foundation in Oregon, USA, that has a pioneering spirit and is always up to something new, different, and meaningful – plus it is quite near to my heart. Meyer Memorial Trust is the largest private foundation in Oregon, established from Fred G. Meyer’s personal estate.

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University of Oregon receives $500 million for Knight Campus

Candid

The University of Oregon has announced a second $500 million gift from Penny and Phil Knight in support of the Phil and Penny Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact. The Knight Campus enrolls students who are?pursuing What would take other institutions decades to achieve is happening here in just a matter of years.".

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This Clash of Clans animated short is a first step toward a bigger fantasy universe

The Verge

This isn’t technically the first animated short set in the Clash of Clans universe. One look, and it’s clear it’s set in the Clash universe. “When it comes to storytelling, we feel it’s important to expand beyond what’s in the games,” says Christina Lee, who oversees story and franchise development at Supercell.

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NCAA March Madness 2025 livestream: How to watch the men’s and women’s First Four games

Fast Company Tech

Eight teams competed for the Division 1 Championship title, with Oregon taking home the inaugural trophy. Mens fans were shocked to see the University of North Carolina included in the tournament after its 2213 record in the 202425 season. truTV) Wednesday, March 19 : American University vs. Mount St. Mary’s: 6:40 p.m.

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Before Nvidia, founder and CEO Jensen Huang designed microprocessors for.

TechSpot

After beginning his studies at Oregon State University at just 16 years old, Jensen Huang graduated in 1984 with a degree in electrical engineering. His first role.

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Watch Cassie the bipedal robot complete a 5K run

TechSpot

TechCrunch notes that Cassie is the basis of delivery bot Digit, created by Agility Robotics, a spin-off of Oregon State University. It started life as Cassie the Robot delivery ostrich back in 2017.

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