Procter and Gamble’s continued partnership with Ronald Larson and the Larson Lab explores greener opportunities for conditioning agents in shampoo.
Recent funding advances environmentally friendly conditioning agents in shampoo development
Michael Maten recognized as 2023 Alumni Merit Award recipient
Michigan Chemical Engineering alum and Director of EV Policy and Regulatory Affairs at General Motors, Michael Maten (BSE ’93) has been selected for 2023 Alumni Merit Award.
Sharon Glotzer named a Clarivate Citation Laureate
23 world-class researchers have been selected for exhibiting exceptional levels of citation among the scientific community within the areas of science recognized by the Nobel Prize.
Xiwen Gong nominated for Nature’s Inspiring Women in Science Program
Nature’s Inspiring Women in Science Award is a prestigious recognition that celebrates the accomplishments of women in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.
Lola Eniola-Adefeso named Vennema Professor of Chemical Engineering
The endowed Vennema professorship was established in 1980 to support scholars whose work will impact the technologies of tomorrow.
Introducing opportunities for the next generation of STEM scholars
Local high school students learn about pressure sensors, nanotechnology and renewable energy as an introduction to research and engineering.
Rebecca Lindsey receives Computational Molecular Science and Engineering Forum Young Investigator Award
The AIChE CoMSEF Young Investigator Award recognizes outstanding research in computational molecular science and engineering, encompassing both methods and applications.
Funding supports solution to detect lead in drinking water
Research led by Mark Burns is refining a solution to rapidly detect lead in drinking water.
A stretchable nano-crumpled material could help prevent infection in patients with medical implants
The material could provide a low-cost and scalable solution for long-term antibacterial protection.
$1.3M to improve urea production and reduce carbon dioxide emissions
Rather than contributing to emissions, the production of an essential fertilizer could consume carbon dioxide, and a U-M team will explore such a method.
James O. Wilkes fund supports working Chemical Engineering undergraduates
The named scholarship allows students to minimize work hours outside of full-time courses, making a significant difference in the lives of students paying their way through school.
Using nano-helical polymers to improve optoelectronic chips
Findings will be useful in next-generation optoelectronics, polarization imaging and cryptographic communication.
$3.8M grant supports protein engineering technologies that improve brain delivery of neuroprotective antibodies for treating Alzheimer’s disease
The research will involve developing and optimizing bifunctional antibodies, which target one molecule at the blood-brain barrier for transport into the brain and a second molecule in the brain to mediate neuroprotective function.
Undergraduate senior aims to reduce laboratory waste as part of honors capstone project
The project provides a renewed opportunity for conversation around the importance of waste awareness and strategies for reduction in the community.
Funding received to advance nanotechnology for cancer treatment
Funding from the Forbes Institute for Cancer Discovery supports nanotechnology to improve cancer detection and diagnostics.
Lola Eniola-Adefeso President-Elect of the American Institute of Medical and Biological Engineering
As AIMBE President, Eniola-Adefeso will advocate for action on pressing issues at the intersection of medicine and engineering.
New funding will advance desalination and water reuse technologies across the U.S.
Jovan Kamcev receives funding as one of 12 projects selected by the Department of Energy to improve the energy efficiency of desalination and water reuse technologies across the country.
“Hedgehog” particles demonstrate new potential for green catalysis
Chemical Engineering-led research finds new potential for green catalysis using a unique property of hedgehog particles.
Bryan Goldsmith receives 1938E award
Considered one of the most prestigious awards given by the College, the 1938E is given to only one assistant professor in the College each year in recognition of exceptional mentorship, teaching and contribution to their department.
Lola Eniola-Adefeso named National Academy of Inventors Senior Member
NAI Senior Members are rising stars who foster a spirit of innovation while educating and mentoring the next generation of inventors.
