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Sustainable Products

Plastic pollution is a major global phenomenon—and one UT researchers are tackling.

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Renewable Energy

Researchers throughout the University of Tennessee are focused on creating renewable, clean and affordable alternatives to fossil fuels.

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Advancing Healthcare

Part of our mission at the University of Tennessee is to change lives through research—and we’re making good on our commitment.

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Keeping America Safe

From nuclear security to biodefense against emerging infectious diseases, you will find UT working across campuses to protect all.

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Invention Every Day

From the mobile stroke unit to board games, UT is bursting with inventions that have a global impact.