Device detects lead in water

By Kailey Love | The Duquesne Duke A device created by Duquesne students and faculty that could fit in a pocket has the potential to prevent the next lead poisoning disaster, such as the current crisis in Flint, Michigan. Chemistry professor Partha Basu, physics professor Ted Corcovilos and environmental science graduate student Aria Parangi have created a working prototype that uses a chemical reaction and … Continue reading Device detects lead in water

Innovative professors pitch ideas at entrepreneurship gathering

By Casey Chafin | For the Duquesne Duke Professors from three Pittsburgh universities gathered at Duquesne’s Power Center Ballroom last week to present their research and inventions during an event called “Discovered in PA, Developed in PA.” The event included professors from Duquesne, Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pittsburgh, according to Alan Seadler, associate academic vice president for research and technology at Duquesne. … Continue reading Innovative professors pitch ideas at entrepreneurship gathering