Iowa Engineering news
Passing the Torch: IIHR welcomes next generation of water research innovators
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
IIHR—Hydroscience and Engineering, a research center within the University of Iowa College of Engineering, began attracting a wave of new talent in 2023. Their research fields span everything from flash flood forecasting to clean energy modeling, while bringing to bear diverse perspectives to tackle some of the most urgent challenges facing our planet.
Iowa engineering students learn about satellites through railroad project
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
Over 25 years building airborne and satellite instruments at NASA, Matt McGill worked on complex projects where independent teams built parts that had to fit perfectly together. Now a University of Iowa professor of chemical and biochemical engineering, McGill is giving students a hands-on experience that simulates that process.
Iowa study reveals surprising impacts of personal care products
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
University of Iowa engineering researchers have found that chemicals widely used in personal care products, such as shampoos, lotions, and cosmetics, may not persist in the atmosphere as long as previously thought.
Internships and co-ops are shaping Iowa engineering students
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Internships and co-ops are more than just a line on the résumé for University of Iowa College of Engineering students. They’re career boosters.
Iowa image competition captures 'hands-on side' of research
Friday, December 5, 2025
Each year, the University of Iowa community is invited to showcase its creativity through Capture Your Research, an image competition where students, faculty, and staff submit a photo that illustrates the essence of their research.
Iowa PhD student's algorithm becomes global resource through industry partnership
Friday, December 5, 2025
Jonah Marks, a University of Iowa PhD candidate in chemical and biochemical engineering, created a better way for scientists to find "transition states" in chemical reactions that are essential to design new medicines, better catalysts, and advanced materials.
National Football Foundation, College Hall of Fame honor Grosland
Monday, November 17, 2025
The National Football Foundation (NFF) and College Hall of Fame announced University of Iowa's Nicole Grosland among the names of the 20 faculty athletics representatives, who will be recognized as part of the 2025 NFF Faculty Salutes, honoring the significant contributions of faculty athletics representatives across the nation.
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Lack of frost in the ground leads to higher nitrate levels in Iowa waterways
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Water quality report reveals contamination concerns in Iowa
Thursday, December 18, 2025
U of I students present vision for Lake Fisher enhancement
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
