Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh and the history of Depression glass

By Guest Contributor / March 19, 2024

The Great Depression in the United States (1929–1939) led glassmakers to pivot from producing fine crystal to manufacturing glassware pieces that could be pressed in large quantities with machines. The MacBeth–Evans Glass Company in Pittsburgh was one of many companies producing these so-called “Depression” glasses, and its history is covered in today’s CTT.

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People, plenaries, and prizes: Days 1 and 2 at MS&T14

By Eileen De Guire / October 14, 2014

Whether you’re amidst the action or looking to see what you’re missing, check out the latest from MS&T14 in Pittsburgh, Pa. with these snapshots of all the action.

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Could a bamboo fiber composite replace steel reinforcements in concrete?

By Jessica McMathis / August 22, 2014

Scientists at Singapore’s Future Cities Laboratory say bamboo, a natural—and unnaturally strong—wood, could serve as a concrete reinforcement replacement in places where steel isn’t so plentiful.

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Go green at MS&T14—and it’s not too early to dream of MS&T15

By April Gocha / May 21, 2014

Registration will soon open for MS&T14, and symposium proposals for MS&T15 are due by May 31—don’t delay!

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