Jan. 9, 2024
Korkali solving challenges around power grids as energy demands rise
From electric vehicles to electric heat pumps, Americans are plugging in more than ever. While that’s reducing emissions, it’s also creating increased demand on power grids — which are already more susceptible to blackouts as extreme weather becomes the norm. That’s where Mert Korkali comes in. Korkali is an assistant professor in electrical engineering and computer science, and he studies sophisticated approaches to upgrading and securing power grids.
Jan. 9, 2024
Huang excited to usher in new generation of power electronics, converters
As more homes, industries, and power grid systems utilize solar and other renewable energy, and more vehicle owners switch to electric vehicles (EVs), the need for power converters is on the rise. But right now, they’re still expensive and not as efficient and compact as they could be. Qingyun Huang is working to change that. An assistant professor in electrical engineering and computer science, he’s excited to help usher in a new generation of power electronics that are efficient, compact, affordable, and reliable.
Jan. 9, 2024
Mizzou Engineering secures Nanoscribe Quantum X Shape 3D printer
Purchased with nearly $1 million from a U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) grant, the Quantum X shape from Nanoscribe, a Bico company, uses a process called two-photon lithography to rapidly cure a liquid resin, making it ideal for rapid prototyping and wafer-scale processing of any 3D shape. It’s the fastest and most accurate 3D printer for high-end microfabrication tasks on the market. Mizzou Engineering is one of just a few U.S. organizations to have the printer in and one of fewer than 100 around the world.
Dec. 22, 2023
Mizzou Engineers advanced energy, AI, materials, transportation, health in 2023
This past year, Mizzou Engineers worked on significant solutions to society’s most-pressing challenges. They advanced nuclear power. They studied ways to turn leftover bread crust into plastics that will degrade naturally in the environment. They made artificial intelligence explain itself. They invented new materials, investigated self-driving trucks and came up with an innovative system to optimize blood supplies.
Dec. 18, 2023
Mizzou Engineering celebrates graduates at December Commencement
More than 200 students graduated from Mizzou Engineering on Saturday, Dec. 16.
Dec. 18, 2023
Honors College Spotlight: Felix Wang
Felix Wang has made sure to make the most of his time at the University of Missouri. The senior graduated in December with two degrees – English and information technology – as well as the Honors Certificate. Wang also took part in a study abroad experience in Ireland and has participated in multiple undergraduate research projects.
Dec. 15, 2023
Storrs, longtime formula car fans, establish endowment for Mizzou Racing
Walter and Sharon Storrs have established an endowment for Mizzou Racing. It’s the College’s first endowment for a student organization.
Dec. 14, 2023
IT students develop motion graphics for local non-profits, organizations
An image from a short video clip produced by students in Motion Graphics and Visual Effects Design I. Mizzou Engineering’s Information Technology students continue to engage in valuable opportunities that allow them to apply technical expertise to real-world projects. Each year, Chip Gubera connects students in his Motion Graphics and Visual Effects Design I class with community partners to conceptualize and develop digital assets. Students meet with the clients to learn about their brand, needs and goals, then develop motion graphics to help them convey key messages. Gubera “We’re persistent in providing students with hands-on learning opportunities that…
Dec. 13, 2023
Mizzou Engineer studies how construction methods impact drilled shaft foundations
A Mizzou Engineer has received funding from the Transportation Research Board — a division of the National Academy of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine —to study how construction methods may impact the foundations of bridges and other transportation structures.
Dec. 12, 2023
Engineering an edge
Football and engineering might not seem like a likely couple, but students in Mizzou’s College of Engineering are using their technical know-how to design safer and more comfortable football equipment for the ninth-ranked Tigers.