2026

Apr 22

From yogurt cups to building blocks Opens in new window

Students worked with nonprofit Reimagined Recycling to provide recommendations on pressing and processing of discarded plastics to transform them into durable home goods and building materials.

Apr 07

Solving plastic pollution with proteins

MSE alumnus Melik Demirel is co-founder of Tandem Repeat, a start-up with the mission to address the global plastic pollution crisis by replacing synthetic fibers with biomanufactured alternatives.

Mar 27

Overcoming the body’s oxygen gap in cell-based therapies Opens in new window

A multi-institution team has developed an effective intervention to shield a sufficient number of cells from the host immune system, while also providing access to oxygen and nutrients.

Mar 25

Scott Institute announces 2026 seed grant winners Opens in new window

This year, a total of seven projects received seed funding, with another three proposals receiving support through the hardware and software tool upgrade program.

Mar 23

Angwin wins Washington Prize

Ellen Angwin, a senior in MSE/EPP. was selected as the first place winner of the 2026 George Washington Prize. The award is given annually in recognition of academic excellence, commitment to service, and leadership.

Mar 20

What a scoop! Engineering alumnus thrives in the newsroom Opens in new window

After years of study and research in materials science and geology, Darius Dixon’s curiosity, investigative spirit, and love of language urged him toward a career in the fast-paced world of journalism.

Mar 17

Polymers, prototypes, and Penguins Opens in new window

In season nine of Rethink the Rink, students solve issues associated with goalie chest protectors, including impact absorption, mobility, and functionality.

Mar 12

Graduate Student Spotlight: Henry Stanton

In addition to his coursework, Henry has capitalized on opportunities for hands-on research related to Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing as he has worked toward his Master's degree during the past year.

Feb 18

Engineering Leadership Skills from the Track to the Classroom

MSE student Kara Mathias, who is a member of the Carnegie Mellon cross country and track & field teams, was selected to attend the NCAA Division III Student Immersion Program during the organization’s annual conference.

Feb 12

New instruments advance materials analysis Opens in new window

The Materials Characterization Facility recently expanded its footprint in Hamerschlag Hall, adding two new lab spaces and three new scanning electron microscopes in the last year.

Feb 09

Successful part production advances digital twin modeling project Opens in new window

Researchers have completed their first successful production of a challenge part, which will advance efforts to optimize additive manufacturing of custom components used in aeroengines.

Feb 03

Early research opportunities spur discovery

Last summer, MSE students completing their first year of undergraduate studies took advantage of the opportunity to complement their classroom experience with research efforts.

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