Clark School Press Release Story
Mpact Week to Showcase UMD Robotics, Bioengineering, Innovation, Oct. 23-26
Events will highlight Maryland engineering research, education, and entrepreneurial ecosystem.
MEDIA ADVISORY October 7, 2013
CONTACT:
Ted Knight
301 405 3596
teknight@umd.edu
The University of Maryland's A. James Clark School of Engineering will host Mpact Week, a four-day event showcasing the Clark School's research, education, innovation, and entrepreneurial ecosystem, October 23-26, 2013 on its College Park campus. Guests will learn about the Clark School's special emphasis on engineering innovations designed to achieve broad social impact, with the potential to improve millions of lives.
The schedule of Mpact Week events is as follows:
- Wednesday, October 23
Maryland Innovation Mpact: Bringing Fearless Ideas to Market
Learn how the University of Maryland is transforming technology transfer and venture creation on campus, in the region, and for the nation as a whole. This session is intended for faculty, students, and industry partners. Hear directly from successful start-ups who have benefited from our programs and network with regional investors, advisors, and entrepreneurs.
Riggs Alumni Center, Orem Hall 2:00-6:00 PM
- Friday, October 25
Maryland Robotics Day
Learn about the Maryland Robotics Center and its innovative robotics research programs. Tour labs, visit with faculty and students, and see robots in action.
Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building and other engineering facilities 9:30 AM-12:00 PM: Showcase for K–12 Students; 1:00-4:00 PM: Showcase for Industry and Government
- Saturday, October 26
Gamera Team Celebration
Mpact Week will conclude on Saturday, October 26, with an evening celebration of the Gamera Human-Powered Helicopter Team's world record-breaking accomplishments.
Learn more and register for Mpact Week.
More Information: For more information, contact Ted Knight at teknight@umd.edu.
About the A. James Clark School of Engineering
The University of Maryland’s A. James Clark School of Engineering is a premier program, ranked among the top 20 in the world. Located just a few miles from Washington, D.C., the Clark School is at the center of a constellation of high-tech companies and federal laboratories, offering students and faculty access to unique professional opportunities.
Our broad spectrum of academic programs, including the world’s only accredited undergraduate fire protection engineering program, is complemented by a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem, early hands-on educational experiences, and participation in national and international competitions.
The Clark School is leading research advancements in aerospace, bioengineering, robotics, nanotechnology, disaster resilience, energy and sustainability, and cybersecurity. From the universal product code to satellite radio, SMS text messaging to the implantable insulin pump, our students, faculty, and alumni are engineering life-changing innovations for millions. Learn more at www.eng.umd.edu.
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