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UT Knoxville has landed eight major hires spanning quantum science, cancer research, AI, advanced materials and more. The recruitment push is backed by millions and aimed at reshaping the university’s research profile.
UTRF has sued Anthropic in Delaware, saying the maker of Claude used university‑owned neural‑network patents; the foundation seeks damages and an injunction. The case arrives as Anthropic faces other legal pressure.
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