Iowa Engineering news

James Ankrum

Ankrum receives Iowa Mid-Career Faculty Scholar Award

Friday, April 19, 2024
James Ankrum, University of Iowa associate professor in the Roy J. Carver Department of Biomedical Engineering, was among four selected for the award provides funding and development opportunities for outstanding tenured associate professors who have established national or international reputations in their disciplines and are exceptional teachers in and out of the classroom.
Chris Knutson

Knutson receives Excellence in Safety Award

Friday, April 19, 2024
The University of Iowa's Laboratory Safety Committee has recognized Chris Knutson, lab director at IIHR—Hydroscience and Engineering, with the Excellence in Safety Award – Individual Recognition. Knutson manages laboratories for graduate research.
Robert Wubbena

Engineering alum receives Eight over 80 Award

Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Robert "Bob" Wubbena is among the alumni selected for the University of Iowa Center for Advancement's Eight over 80 Award. The award honors eight alumni, aged 80 and over, who carry the Hawkeye spirit of achievement and continue to help others.
Craig Just Waste Project

Biotech firm’s philanthropy sponsors Iowa engineering research

Monday, April 15, 2024
Valkyrie Analytics has pledged $1.5 million to the Bioenergy Innovation Fund to support the research of Craig Just, University of Iowa's Donald E. Bently Professor in Engineering and associate professor of civil and environmental engineering.
Grayson Talaski

BME student receives Excellence in Undergraduate Research Award

Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Grayson Talaski, a third-year biomedical engineering major, was honored at a student celebration on February 28 for receiving an Excellence in Undergraduate Research Award from the Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR).
Chengzhe Li

CBE researchers develop model for predicting air pollution in developing countries

Wednesday, April 10, 2024
A new predictive atmospheric model developed at the University of Iowa will allow scientists to forecast and issue warnings for air pollution events in developing countries.
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CBE's Jun Wang named 2024 Scholar of the Year

Thursday, April 4, 2024
Jun Wang, a University of Iowa professor of chemical and biochemical engineering, has been named the 2024 Scholar of the Year. The award recognizes Wang's prolific track record as a research and leader in his field of remote sensing, wildfire detection, and air quality research.

Upcoming events

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Growing Sustainable Communities Conference

Tuesday, April 23 to Wednesday, April 24, 2024 (all day)
Grand River Convention Center
The Growing Sustainable Communities Conference offers innovation, education, inspiration, and collaboration on growing sustainable communities.  Sessions feature presenters with a wide range of expertise, including representatives from federal, state, and local governments, along with business and academic leaders from across the country. In addition to learning sessions, the conference includes two keynote luncheons, mobile workshops, a breakfast plenary session, and more! Stop by the Iowa...

2024 College of Engineering Student Leadership Awards Ceremony

Tuesday, April 23, 2024 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)
The 2024 Awards Ceremony will be held Tuesday, April 23! Dinner will be provided. We invite you to join us to honor and celebrate our students’ and organizations' achievements at the 9th Annual Student Leadership Awards Ceremony on Tuesday, April 23 from 6 to 8 p.m. The ceremony will take place in the Iowa Memorial Union in the International Ballroom. All students, staff, and faculty in the College of Engineering are invited to attend. See the award categories and past winners on the College...

College of Engineering Research Open House Poster Competition

Thursday, April 25, 2024 11:00am to 2:00pm
Seamans Center
The annual Research Open House welcomes students, faculty, staff, and the general public to learn about the exciting research going on in the College of Engineering.
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CLIMATE through a Wide Lens

Thursday, April 25, 2024 4:00pm to 5:30pm
Old Capitol Museum
Rising seas, toxic rivers, deforestation, smoke-filled air—headlines remind us daily of the local, national, and international impacts of climate change. Join us for a wild pecha kucha ride through the effects of climate change with researchers who also tirelessly seek solutions. World-renowned climate scientist, Jerald Schnoor will open with big picture issues. That will set the stage for artist Isabel Barbuzza’s work on South American lithium salt mines, environmental literary scholar Eric...
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CBE Graduate Seminar: Qing Shao, PhD

Thursday, May 2, 2024 11:00am to 12:15pm
Seamans Center
Qing Shao, PhD, is an assistant professor in the Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering at the University of Kentucky. Topic: Integrating Machine Learning and Molecular Simulation for Molecular Understanding and Design Join us for cookies following the seminar in 3210 SC!
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College of Engineering Undergraduate Commencement

Sunday, May 12, 2024 12:00pm
Carver-Hawkeye Arena
Doors will open one hour prior to ceremony start, please check back for additional information. No tickets required.

Bike to Work Week Breakfast & Bike Registration

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 7:30am to 9:00am
Seamans Center
Join us and help celebrate Bike to Work Week! FREE breakfast burritos, fruit, coffee, and juice will be provided. You can also register your bike, learn about bike safety, and get a bike checkup by Geoff's Bike & Ski.
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Community STEM Day at Collins Aerospace

Thursday, July 18, 2024 9:00am to 1:00pm
The Southeast Iowa STEM Hub will host a Community STEM DAY on July 13 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Collins Aerospace C Ave Complex, Building 112 Parking Lot. This event is open to the public and 100% free of charge to participants. This event will feature a STEM FAIR, STEM Workshops, and Collins Aerospace Lab Tours. The Iowa Flood Center will have a booth showcasing our watershed model and other materials. Join us to learn more about your watershed and how to mitigate flooding in flood-prone...
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Iowa Water Conference

Tuesday, September 10 to Wednesday, September 11, 2024 (all day)
The 18th annual Iowa Water Conference will be held on September 10-11, 2023, at the Hyatt Regency in Coralville, Iowa. This year, the conference theme is “Life Depends on Water. Water Depends on You.”  Iowa’s source waters are under ever-increasing stress due to climate change, land use demands, and various contaminants. As water professionals and community members, we all play a part in protecting our source waters. Creating a resilient water cycle is critical and relies on a systems approach...

Study Abroad Fair

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 11:00am to 3:00pm
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)
Get your questions answered and kick-start your global experience at the University of Iowa fall Study Abroad Fair!

College of Engineering Distinguished Speaker Series