Today’s smartphones and tablets provide consumers unparalleled mobile computing capability. Yet, these and many other technologies are critically dependent on sophisticated new materials that can solve challenges in areas ranging from clean energy and national security to human health and well-being. And currently, a new material’s journey from discovery to commercial product typically takes as long as two decades.
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A Commitment to Wisconsin
The UW School of Veterinary Medicine ranks among the top in the nation.
Why We Give: Tom and Karen Falk
The Falks discuss the role the University of Wisconsin played in their own lives and explain why making a little more noise about the great things happening at the UW is the right thing to do.
Why I Give: Ricky Sandler
Ricky Sandler talks about the tremendous enthusiasm that UW alumni have for their alma mater. He also shares the things that inspire him to give back to the university.
Why I Give: Melinda Mount
Melinda Mount talks about the ways that the university fosters a transformation in students, especially students from small towns. She also shares her views on the culture of the UW.