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The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini
The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini
The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

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Research grad student Zihao Ou uses a transmission electron microscope to study nanoparticle crystallization pathways, which led to the finding of a three dimensional honeycomb lattice structure in the materials. Their work was done at the Illinois Materials Research Laboratory.

[Photo] Renowned innovators shaped by UI education

By Felicity Abbott, Assistant Arts & Entertainment Editor • Jan 15, 2026