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VIPER is a dual-degree program at @uofpenn that prepares students to advance energy science and technology.

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Before summer ramps up, we at VIPER would like to again congratulate our Class of 2026 graduates! Our newest VIPER alumni each graduated with dual degrees, a BA in a fundamental science and a BSE in their chosen field of engineering. Say hello to our newest crop of energy and science leaders! #commencement #upenn #viperatpenn taken in University of Pennsylvania by @viperatpenn

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It's finally time for Energy Week! Come to the poster session Wednesday afternoon to see VIPER Student Andrew Ahn present his poster! Follow @kleinmanenergy for updates on events. by @viperatpenn

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Energy Week is this week! Listen to VIPER Student Patrick Bullock tell us about why we should care about energy and attend energy week! To learn more about events and stay updated, follow @kleinmanenergy by @viperatpenn

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Reminder that Energy Week starts this week! In this reel, VIPER Student Arjun Sharma expresses the importance of energy and why you should attend these events. Follow @kleinmanenergy for updates on events as the week progresses. by @viperatpenn

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Energy Week at Penn, hosted by the Kleinman Center for Energy Policy and the Vagelos Institute for Energy Science and Technology, features 20 events over the course of five days across a wide array of disciplines that underscore Penn’s commitment to integrating energy policy, science, and technology.

These events offer students multiple chances to showcase their work, connect with energy alumni, and learn about energy-related opportunities on campus. Most notably, the VIPER & VIEST Annual Energy Week @Penn Poster Session, will occur on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 from 4:30-6:30pm in the VLEST building. This is a great opportunity to meet like-minded peers and faculty, showcase and get feedback on your work, learn about the breadth of energy research happening at Penn, and get a free Energy Week t-shirt, so make sure to register and save the date!

Browse and register for Energy Week events at energyweek.penn.edu. #EnergyAtPenn by @viperatpenn

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Earlier this week, VIPER Student Board (VSB) hosted a Thanksgiving dinner in the VIPER lounge that was open to everyone in VIPER. This wonderful community in VIPER is definitely something we are all grateful for this Thanksgiving. Happy Thanksgiving! by @viperatpenn

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VIPER sophomore Ellen Hu (MSE & Physics '28) worked in Professor Cherie Kagan's lab for her first summer of research. Using processes like nanoimprint lithography with TiO2 nanocrystals, she fabricated samples with an optical sensing mechanism. These sensors will hopefully be deployed in the field and integrated with robots to reduce energy consumption in agriculture. by @viperatpenn

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Welcome to VIPER Class of 2029!! Here is the first of many events to add to the album that is your next four years. taken in University of Pennsylvania by @viperatpenn

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Penn's new home for energy science, the Vagelos Laboratory for Energy Science and Technology (VLEST), has earned a LEED Platinum certificate -- the highest standard in sustainable building design.

VLEST is a collaboration between the School of Arts & Sciences (SAS) and the School of Engineering and Applied Science (SEAS) and also houses the Vagelos Institute for Engery Science and Technology (VIEST) and the Vagelos Integrated Program in Energy Research (VIPER). Designed by Behnisch Architekten, the building’s distinctive high-performance façade utilizes solar geometric sunshades to reduce energy usage and maximize natural daylight. The shades are a key feature of this campus gateway building at 32nd and Walnut streets.

The Vagelos Lab for Energy Science and Technology is one of three buildings at Penn to earn LEED certification recently. Amy Gutmann Hall was awarded LEED Gold and the Ott Center for Track and Field received LEED Silver.

Tap link in bio to read more in Penn Today.

Cover photo by Eric Sucar: @ericsucar
Photos 2-4 by Feinknopf Photography

@uofpenn @pennengineering @vagelosenergy @viperatpenn @pennsustainabliity #LEED #sustainability #design by @viperatpenn

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As Summer comes to close, we at VIPER want to highlight are recent graduates from the Class of 2025! Congrats to our newest VIPER alumni! #upenn #graduation #classof2025 by @viperatpenn

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Every year during Energy Week, VIPER students have the opportunity to present their research alongside Penn graduate students during a poster session. Here are some highlights of the event.

📸: @kevinbirchphoto by @viperatpenn

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A few weeks ago, VIPER students Max Huang (CBE/PHYS '27) and Tony Tian (MSE/PHYS '27) presented at the Energy Week Lightning Talks. Max's topic was on "Accelerating Green Hydrogen: Using Computational Models for Water Splitting Efficiency", and Tony's talk was about "Quantum Dots for Energy-Efficient Optoelectronics: An Interdisciplinary Approach". Max won the Judge's Choice Award for his impactful and well-communicated research.

📸: @kevinbirchphoto by @viperatpenn

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