The College of Engineering is prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in response to the current challenges and opportunities. They are seeking a faculty co-chair for the DEI Council and engaging in ongoing discussions and initiatives to foster change and inclusivity.

Harriet B. Nembhard, the new dean of the College of Engineering at the University of Iowa, emphasizes the transformative impact of engineering and the importance of creating a sense of belonging within the engineering community. She envisions producing globally aware and socially responsible engineers who will make positive contributions to society.

Three University of Iowa electrical and computer engineering faculty members have received an NSF RAPID grant to develop a high-throughput and low-cost testing method for COVID-19 viruses and antibodies using compressed sensing and group testing techniques, potentially increasing testing capacity tenfold.

The University of Iowa College of Engineering collaborates with Mercy Iowa City to optimize UV exposure for mask decontamination. Using specialized sensors developed by Fatima Toor, the required exposure time was determined to properly irradiate and sterilize masks, allowing for their reuse and reducing waste.

University of Iowa researchers have developed a deep learning algorithm that can predict the survival of non-small-cell lung cancer (NSCLC) patients. By analyzing tumor geometry, the algorithm achieved highly accurate prognostic power, offering a potential step towards personalized cancer treatment programs.

The Spring 2020 Engineering Career Fair will be held on Thursday, February 13, 2020, from 12:00-5:00 PM in the Iowa Memorial Union.

Matthew G. Finley, a PhD student in Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Iowa, received the "Best Student Paper" award at the 2020 IS&T International Symposium on Electronic Imaging. His paper presented a novel method for compressing 3D range geometry, applicable in various fields including medicine, manufacturing, and entertainment.

Harriet B. Nembhard, head of the School of Mechanical, Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering at Oregon State University, has been appointed as the dean of the University of Iowa College of Engineering. She will begin her role on June 29, overseeing a multidisciplinary college with a focus on collaboration, innovation, and excellence. Nembhard's expertise in industrial engineering and operations research will contribute to advancing complex systems in manufacturing and healthcare.

Faculty members from the University of Iowa's College of Engineering and Carver College of Medicine, Michael Abramoff, Joseph Reinhardt, and Punam Saha, have been named IEEE Fellows for their contributions in artificial intelligence, medical image processing, and bone microstructural imaging, respectively.

Yue Pan, a graduate student in electrical and computer engineering at the University of Iowa, received a Ballard and Seashore Dissertation award for her research on improving lung cancer treatment using medical image registration techniques. She was also recognized by International Education Week as a notable graduate student.