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Neil Armstrong, the first human to set foot on the moon and a Purdue University aeronautical engineering alumnus died Saturday (Aug. 25). "Neil Armstrong is likely the most famous and inspirational alumnus Purdue has ever had, and he has been an...

Deadline for nominations: Midnight, September 1, 2012 A call for nominations for our third annual leading CEOs, CFOs, and community business leaders reader poll. Criteria for this year’s nominees will be posted on the survey and winners will be...

VYPE High School Sports Magazine (Central Indiana) and My Mobile Fans are proud to announce the launch of the Vype mobile apps! What does this mean for you? Well, no matter where you are this sports season, you can stay connected to VYPE Magazine,...

Purdue University was ranked 56th in the 2012 Academic Ranking of World Universities by the Center for World-Class Universities of Shanhgai Jiao Tong University. Purdue was 61st last year and 69th in 2010. In specialty rankings, Purdue ranks 10th in...

Researchers have developed a design tool that enables people to create three-dimensional objects with their bare hands by using a depth-sensing camera and advanced software algorithms to interpret hand movements and gestures. "It allows people to...

First responders can learn how to react to accidents involving hybrid vehicles, battery-powered vehicles, plug-in vehicles and fuel-cell electric vehicles during a training course set for Aug. 30. The First Responder Safety Training program will be...

Purdue University-discovered technologies and processes that are ready to be delivered to the public through licensing or commercialization will be featured Aug. 21 during an event in Northwest Indiana. The Purdue Technology Road Show will be from...

People need to stay hydrated as summer temperatures soar, but consumers should be aware that calories can quickly add up when you drink to cool down, says a Purdue University nutrition science expert. "Beverages can be an important source of energy,...

Many homeowners wonder whether they should regularly water their dry lawns during a drought or essentially leave them alone. A Purdue Extension turfgrass specialist says each option has its pros and cons. During a dry season, many lawns will show...

The vegetables in salads are chock-full of important vitamins and nutrients, but you won't get much benefit without the right type and amount of salad dressing, a Purdue University study shows. In a human trial, researchers fed subjects salads topped...