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Thu, 03/25/2021 | College of Engineering
The carbon fiber state
How Washington became a global epicenter for advanced carbon fiber.
Mon, 03/22/2021 | Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering
A larger, clearer window into the brain
UW researchers have received a National Institutes of Health grant to lead a team in creating a unique device for brain study.
Thu, 03/18/2021 | UW Graduate School
Building for sustainability
Doctoral student Nathalie Thelemaque is studying infrastructure's impact on the environment and communities so she can create sustainable systems.
Wed, 03/10/2021
Helpful behavior during pandemic tied to recognizing common humanity
A new University of Washington study links helpful behavior during the pandemic, such as donating medical supplies, to individuals’ feelings of connection to others.
Tue, 03/09/2021
Alexa, do I have an irregular heart rhythm? First AI system for contactless monitoring of heart rhythm using smart speakers
UW researchers have developed a new skill for a smart speaker that acts as a contactless monitor for both regular and irregular heartbeats.
Mon, 03/08/2021
Making connections
When Sheldon Levias came to the UW as an engineering student, he never imagined the path he would travel as an educator and adviser.
Fri, 03/05/2021
UW Center for an Informed Public co-authors report on mis- and disinformation surrounding the 2020 U.S. election
The Election Integrity Partnership, a nonpartisan coalition of research institutions, including the University of Washington, released its final report on voting-related mis- and disinformation during the 2020 U.S. elections.
Fri, 03/05/2021
Engineering students win big
Engineering teams placed second, third, and won special prizes in the 2021 Hollomon Health Innovation Challenge.
Mon, 02/22/2021
Professor Karen Thomas-Brown named new Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
"In this position, Karen will lead the college’s ongoing efforts to become an accessible, welcoming, and inclusive community."
Fri, 02/19/2021 | UW News
‘Small moon’ shapes allow DNA devices to attach precisely
A team of engineers has developed a technique that allows the precise placement of molecules formed from folded DNA in not only a specific location but also in a specific orientation.
Fri, 02/19/2021 | UW Graduate School
How Colleen O'Connor is helping kids love science
The bioengineering doctoral student is supporting a more diverse field of STEM learners through community outreach.
Fri, 02/19/2021 | UW News
Vice Provost for Research Mary Lidstrom stepping down after 15 years
Dr. Mary Lidstrom, professor of chemical engineering and of microbiology, will step down on Aug. 31 as the UW’s Vice Provost for Research.
Thu, 02/18/2021 | Department of Aeronautics & Astronautics
New law of physics finds a sweet spot for aircraft efficiency
Newly discovered law of physics provides the blueprint to boost aircraft efficiency.
Fri, 02/12/2021 | Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering
Looking ahead to give back
UW alumna Booga Gilbertson has established the “You Rock” Endowed Scholarship in Electrical & Computer Engineering. The fund will help support undergraduate students, especially those from rural communities or who have lacked educational opportunities in STEM or computer science.
Wed, 02/10/2021 | UW News
1,000 inspiring Black scientists
A list of 1,000 inspiring Black scientists published by Cell Mentor in December 2020 includes CEE Assistant Professor Jessica Ray, ChemE Associate Professor James Carothers and ME Acting Assistant Professor Ayokunle Olanrewaju.
Wed, 02/10/2021 | National Academy of Engineering
Mari Ostendorf elected to NAE
ECE professor Mari Ostendorf has been elected to the 2021 National Academy of Engineering.
Mon, 02/08/2021
Engineering that tugs at the heartstrings
UW researchers engineer miniature beating heart tissues that allow them to study a range of topics in human health.
Thu, 02/04/2021 | Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering
‘Audeo’ teaches artificial intelligence to play the piano
A University of Washington team created Audeo, a system that can generate music using only visual cues of someone playing the piano.
Tue, 02/02/2021 | UW Medicine
Fighting racial inequity by funding Black scientists
A network of U.S. biomedical engineering researchers calls to end funding discrimination against Black scientists.
Mon, 02/01/2021 | Department of Bioengineering
New sensors quickly spot coronavirus proteins, antibodies
Researchers have created a new way to detect the proteins that make up the COVID-19 virus, and the antibodies against it.
Mon, 02/01/2021 | UW Graduate School
How two design graduate students launched Uplift Locally to support Black-owned restaurants
A HCDE and a HCI+D graduate student created Uplift Locally, a website that shares Black-owned businesses through an interactive map.
Fri, 01/29/2021 | Department of Aeronautics & Astronautics
Undergraduate coral research wins national recognitionA summer program in oceanography paved the way for Isaiah Cuadras to apply his interest in fluid dynamics to ocean ecosystems.
Wed, 01/27/2021 | UW News
$11.45 million federal grant will develop transit, mobility tech for underserved groups
Two UW centers, together with public and private partners, are collaborating on the Transportation Data Equity Initiative.
Tue, 01/26/2021 | UW Population Health
Examining student mental healthFunded by the Population Health Initiative, a new project studies student well-being and promotes equitable access to mental health resources.
Mon, 01/25/2021 | Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering
A new kind of lens for tiny camerasA UW ECE research team is developing a new type of lens that could help improve optical components anywhere there is a need for a tiny camera in a small space.