RPI: News & Information: 2001 Rensselaer Magazine Feature Articles

Feature Articles from Rensselaer Magazine (2001)

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	December		Fighting a Killer The human immunodeficiency virus has proved to be a formidable foe. Three Rensselaer alumni are leading the race to find a new pharmaceutical weapon. Small Matters Nanotechnology research and development at Rensselaer.

	September		Why Is This Man Smiling? How Bobby Farrelly ’81 became one of the kings of comedy. Hockey Legend Adam Oates ’85 At 38, he’s on the verge of breaking numerous records, but does anyone really know him? Space Traveler Denis Tito ’64 Manifest destiny: Denis Tito’s trajectory from analyst to astronaut.

	June		Fighting the Inevitable Rensselaer researchers tackle the mystery of aging. Launching the Plan An astonishing gift of $360 million helps move The Rensselaer Plan towards realization.

	March		Into the Limelight With new media fully integrated, electronic arts is taking its place on Rensselaer's stage. Exploring the Very Depths of Life Claire Fraser '77 is president of The Institute for Genomic Research. Breaking the Code As the science and business of genomics become part of our everyday lives, a range of ethical, social, and political questions must be considered. A Work of Art & Engineering Tom Ryan '63, artist and engineer, immortalizes rare bridge.

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