College of Engineering
A Strategic Plan for Brownfield Redevelopment in Connecticut
A team of researchers associated with the Center for Transportation and Livable Systems is developing a decision support system that will help Connecticut's local and state governments develop a strategic plan for brownfield redevelopment in the state.
Engineering Problem, Solved with UTC Support
Engineering students know first-hand that engineering applies scientific concepts as tools in the creation of new and better products and services.
Students Work to Reduce Arsenic Poisoning in Bangladesh
In the 1970's, the World Health Organization (WHO) brought international attention to the microbial contamination of Bangladesh's ground water, which was a causal factor in widespread mortality and disease among the country’s population.
Student Snap: Zachary Morek
When Zachary Morek was ten years old, he had a habit of using his free time to experiment with the application codes on his sister's TI 83 calculator. Always interested in computing devices, in high school he made sure to sign up for computer science courses.
Dr. Maric: Advancing Low-Temp Fuel Cell Technology
In an effort to radically improve the stability and durability of fuel cells and batteries, Dr. Radenka Maric works tirelessly on her innovative manufacturing process that will redefine the development and cost potential for battery cells nationwide.
Students Honored During Engineers Week
The School of Engineering celebrated its outstanding undergraduate and graduate students during a gala evening ceremony on February 22nd.
CTI T2 Center Helps Transportation Professionals Become Effective Leaders
A comprehensive leadership training program aimed at producing great transportation leaders has been developed by The Connecticut Transportation Institute’s Techology Transfer Center (T2 Center).
Two Named to National Academy of Engineering
Two members of the UConn engineering community have been elected to the 2011 class of the prestigious National Academy of Engineering: Drs. Cato T. Laurencin and James E. Barger (M.S. UConn, Mechanical Engineering '60).
Bollas Receives CAREER Award
With $400,000 in support from the National Science Foundation’s Early Career Development (CAREER) program, Dr. Georgios Bollas intends to develop comprehensive simulation models that will improve the performance and cost-effectiveness of processes that convert fossil fuels into usable power while capturing carbon dioxide (CO2) byproducts.
Watch IBM's Watson Compete on Jeopardy!
On Wednesday, February 16, students, faculty and staff, and members of the general public are invited to watch IBM's powerful Watson supercomputer compete onJeopardy!