Iowa Engineering news

Kakhovka Dam Breach

Study: Wartime breach of Ukrainian dam triggers ‘toxic time-bomb'

Monday, March 24, 2025
George S. Constantinescu, a University of Iowa professor of civil and environmental engineering, co-authored a paper in Science finding the Kakhovka Dam breach in Ukraine unleashed a "toxic time-bomb" of pollutants threatening to poison ecosystems and water supplies for years to come.
Rachel Marek

Engineering research scientist battles toxic chemicals

Monday, March 24, 2025
Rachel F. Marek, a University of Iowa associate research scientist, has devoted much of her career to protecting humans from harmful chemicals by better understanding and mitigating exposure to toxins.
Ava Reed Tracers

Mechanical engineering undergraduate creates Lego model of TRACERS mission

Monday, March 10, 2025
Ava Reed, a second year University of Iowa mechanical engineering student, built a Lego model of the TRACERS mission to give to the faculty and staff who worked on the large project ahead of its launch this spring.
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Christensen among 4 to win UI’s highest teaching honor

Thursday, February 20, 2025
University of Iowa ECE Professor and DEO Gary Christensen wins the prestigious the President and Provost Award for Teaching Excellence, recognizing exceptional and ongoing contributions to student learning and success.
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UI graduate students get first-hand experience with NASA airborne research

Tuesday, February 18, 2025
University of Iowa students recently experienced airborne research firsthand, traveling to California's Mojave Desert for a NASA mission to verify satellite data using a high-altitude aircraft soaring 12 miles above Earth.
Bill Bangel stands in his lab at the College of Engineering

Military experience positions Iowa engineering student for success

Tuesday, February 11, 2025
Serving in the U.S. Marines gave Arnold “Bill” Bangel III the focus he needed to pursue a PhD in industrial and systems engineering. Learning how to navigate a devastating loss gave him life perspective.
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Iowa researchers studying aerosol data from International Space Station

Thursday, February 6, 2025
Jun Wang, professor and DEO of chemical and biochemical engineering, is leading a new NASA study to gain insights into the complex interactions between aerosols and climate, enabling scientists to better predict and mitigate the effects of climate change.

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One Day for Iowa!

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 (all day)
Every year, thousands of Hawkeyes come together to make an important—and meaningful—impact for Iowa. All gifts made in March will count toward the One Day for Iowa total.
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India Winterim Information Session

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 3:30pm to 4:20pm
Seamans Center
This 3-sh course has been offered by the College of Engineering since 2012 and has taken more than a hundred students to India over the winter break to learn about the freshwater crisis affecting rural agricultural areas of India. We learn from our partners in India who develop rainwater harvesting and groundwater capture projects to enhance local freshwater supplies, and engage in communications and community building efforts to empower people of rural India. By hands-on data collection and...

Learn to Solder: Weevils

Thursday, March 27, 2025 3:30pm to 4:30pm
Seamans Center
Soldering is one of the most fundamental skills needed to explore the world of electronics. This workshop will help you gain a better understanding of electronics and be better equipped to create your own. Taught by Kara Beauchamp, instructional lab manager. Sponsored by IEEE and the Lichtenberger Engineering Library.

Maker Breaks: Robotics Showcase

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 11:30am to 1:30pm
Seamans Center
See robots from around the College of Engineering and make your own papercraft robotic claw.  
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Leaders in Discovery: Modeling Climate Science and Earth Systems with Lai-yung Ruby Leung

Monday, April 14, 2025 3:30pm to 5:30pm
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)
Faculty, staff, students, and members of the community are invited to the inaugural "Leaders in Discovery" lecture on Tuesday, April 15. L. Ruby Leung, an atmospheric scientist internationally recognized in Earth systems modeling and hydrologic processes, will discuss cutting-edge modeling techniques and her recent work on predictions of rainfall and atmospheric dynamics, including its implications for Iowa and the world.
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