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  4. UMN Alum Benjamin Magruder Named 2026 Schmidt Science Fellow

UMN Alum Benjamin Magruder Named 2026 Schmidt Science Fellow

03. 25. 2026

The University of Minnesota is proud to announce that Benjamin Magruder (Ph.D. ’25, Chemical Engineering) is a recipient of the 2026 Schmidt Science Fellows award. Magruder joins an elite cohort of 32 emerging scientists dedicated to breaking down barriers between disciplines to accelerate positive global impact. 

Read more about the Schmidt Science Fellows program > 

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      • Bridging Funds Program
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      • Diversity of Views & Experience Fellowship (DOVE)
      • Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship
      • Google Ph.D. Fellowship
      • Excellence in Teaching Award
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