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1. In pursuit of nearly perfect battery materials, performance (eurekalert.org) — In Ames State University professor Steve Martin is leading cutting-edge research to make batteries so efficient they retain about 75% capacity after 5,000 charges. His team is perfecting battery interfaces and exploring cheaper sodium-based designs, work backed by Iowa funding and recently recognized with a prestigious international glass science award, underscoring Ames' role in next-generation energy technology.
2. Explosive ISU EDGE Isaac 'Bobby' Terrell's powerful motor 'only knows go' (cyclonefanatic.com) — Ames fans will see new Iowa State edge rusher Isaac "Bobby" Terrell bring his relentless motor to Jack Trice Stadium this fall after transferring from Washington State. Now a 6-foot-2, 255-pound captain, Terrell's journey from undersized freshman to feared pass rusher highlights the grit, family support, and work ethic coaches say will anchor the Cyclones' revamped defense.
3. Michigan State professor receives Borlaug award (world-grain.com) — A major international agriculture communication award will be presented in Ames, underscoring the city's role as a gathering point for global ag leaders. Michigan State professor Karim Maredia is being honored for decades of work helping translate complex agricultural science for farmers and policymakers worldwide, with the ceremony set for December at the Library of Congress.
4. Survey ranks Decatur among top small U.S. cities for AI-focused businesses (thechampionnewspaper.com) — A new HostingAdvice.com survey ranks Ames among the top three small U.S. cities best positioned for AI-focused business growth, just behind Verona, Wisconsin and Lexington, Massachusetts. The report highlights how cities like Ames benefit from strong labor markets, nearby universities, and data centers, suggesting the community is well-placed to attract future tech and AI investment.
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