Fatima Toor was announced as one of 77 new senior members of SPIE, the international society for optics and photonics. The professional organization profiled Toor as one of the optics and photonics women leaders.

Donald Anderson, professor of orthopedics and rehabilitation in the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine; Gary Christensen, professor of electrical and computer engineering; and Harriet Nembhard, dean of the College of Engineering and University of Iowa and Roy J. Carver Professor, have been named members of the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE) College of Fellows. Read full article here.

University of Iowa graduating senior Noah Brown was a fifth-grader in a science club in Wilton, Iowa, when he was invited to participate in a special project. Little did he know, his involvement—and particularly the person he met—would lead to his post-graduation job.

Milan Sonka has been named a Fellow of the National Academy of Inventors (NAI), the organization announced on December 7, 2021. He is the third UI faculty member ever named an NAI Fellow.

The University of Iowa's Computer Science and Engineering major has received its inaugural accreditation from ABET, the worldwide gold standard for producing graduates ready for technical fields. It is one of only 13 programs nationwide and one of two in the Big 10 conference.

Five research teams at the University of Iowa have been awarded funds in the first round of the Jumpstarting Tomorrow initiative, a pilot grant and community-building program supporting innovative and collaborative research. Each team received $150,000 to explore strategic research investments, made possible through funding from the UI utility public-private partnership. The projects cover a range of interdisciplinary topics such as addressing biases in AI healthcare models, positioning Iowa as an energy exporter, studying cultural artifacts using advanced imaging technologies, advancing quantum simulation, and assessing the role of public libraries in disaster resilience.

Qing Zou, a PhD candidate at the University of Iowa's Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, has received the Best Paper Award at the IEEE International Symposium on Biomedical Imaging (IEEE-ISBI) 2021. Zou's winning paper introduces a deep learning approach called the "Gen-SToRM" model, which improves free-breathing cardiac MRI scans, allowing doctors to make informed decisions and improve treatment plans for patients who cannot hold their breath during the examination.

Elhadi Elhadi, a graduating senior in electrical engineering at the University of Iowa, used his education to develop a software-based inventory program for his father's tire and automotive service business, improving efficiency and customer waiting time. He has capitalized on his time at the university to apply technology for societal benefit, including participating in projects in India and mentoring students, leading to a job offer with Goldman Sachs after graduation.

Charles D. Wilmot, a computer science and engineering student, is awarded the prestigious Department of Defense SMART Scholarship. This fully funded opportunity includes tuition, internships, and post-graduation employment, allowing Wilmot to contribute to national security while gaining valuable technical skills.

University of Iowa researchers are studying Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) for treating soft tissue sarcoma, a rare and difficult-to-treat cancer. They analyze the effectiveness of PDT and explore inhibiting the Hippo Pathway using Verteporfin. The team aims to develop implantable light delivery devices and conduct preclinical experiments.

Amanda Mikhail, a distinguished engineering alumna of the University of Iowa, delivered a charge to the graduating class. She shared her journey as a mechanical engineer, emphasizing the problem-solving skills and mindset cultivated at Iowa Engineering. She encouraged the graduates to tackle challenges with confidence, communication, and a focus on humanity.

Suman Sherwani, a recent graduate of the University of Iowa, has been recognized on Forbes' "30 Under 30" list for her achievements as a rocket scientist. After completing her Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Sherwani joined Iowa's Department of Physics and Astronomy, working on NASA-funded rocket and satellite missions. Her dedication and contributions to the field have earned her this prestigious honor.