We are excited to welcome Dr. Carvalho to the department. His research expertise lies in the computational simulation of mechanical behavior & damage tolerance of advanced materials, including polymer & ceramic matrix composites and ablative systems.

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Owen Kingstedt has received a three-year $3,000,000 NSF TRAILBLAZER Award to advance existing experimental techniques, namely Pressure Shear Plate Impact (PSPI) experimentation, to increase the pressures and temperatures achieved.

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Dr. Pania Newell is developing a hybrid computational approach that incorporates quantum algorithms for predicting the behaviors of porous materials. Check out the full story.

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The team’s insulation breaks performance ceiling for the foam boards used in insulating homes and businesses. Current products operate at R-6.2 to 6.6 per inch. The new insulation from this award delivers R-8.3 per inch.

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There is currently no way of reversing osteoarthritis: the only option is to manage pain with medication, and eventually, joint replacement. Researchers from are now demonstrating the potential for another option: gait retraining.
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We are excited to welcome Dr. Kate Youmans as an Associate Professor (Lecturer). Dr. Youmans will lead the Capstone Senior Design program, collaborating with faculty, staff, and industry partners to deliver authentic, project-based learning experiences.

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Mechanical Engineering PhD student Seo Young Ahn, student of associate professor Pania Newell, won the Best Paper Award at the Engineering Mechanics Institute Conference.

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A recent publication from the Kim Lab in ACS Sensors showcases the Microfabricated Onsite Analyzer for Biomarkers (MOAB), a portable, automated health monitoring device designed specifically for astronauts on long-duration space missions.

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ME grad student Gwyn O'Sullivan, student in the HGN Lab for Bionic Engineering, is a recipient of the NSF's Graduate Research Fellowship Program.

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The impact of university research is all around us—With our groundbreaking discoveries and innovative solutions, @utah.edu is moving the world forward and turning big ideas into lasting impact.
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Assistant Professor Pai Wang was recognized with the 2025 Phononics Young Investigator Award. This award recognizes early-career researchers who demonstrate excellence in the field.

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At this year's Lunabotics Challenge, the U's Student Robotics Team took home the Artemis Grand Prize.

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Novoselov’s CAREER Award will support foundational research into boundary layer flashback, and critically, how it can be avoided. Read more about it:

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Congratulations to Dr. Huebner for receiving the Early Career Teaching Award! This award is given to outstanding young faculty members who have made significant contributions to teaching at the U.

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ME grad student Karen Walker, student in the HGN Lab for Bionic Engineering, is a recipient of the NSF's Graduate Research Fellowship Program.

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The Office of Undergraduate Research at the U recently celebrated their 2025 Outstanding Researcher Awards. Congratulations to the winners from our department!

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Sameer Rao, assistant professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, has been named a Presidential Societal Impact Scholar. This prestigious award recognizes faculty members who excel in translating their scholarly work into impactful contributions beyond academia.
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