Meanwhile, at The University of Texas at Dallas, a team of researchers has embarked on its own Minecraft mission: to build lessons within the popular game to teach students about semiconductors, batteries, polymers and even help premedical students prepare for the MCAT. Dr. Walter Voit BS’05, MS’06 (center), associate professor of materials science and engineering and of mechanical engineering at UT Dallas, discusses how Minecraft can be used as a training ground for students at an event at the Capital Factory in Austin during the SXSW festival.