Civil and Environmental Engineering

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New Mizzou degrees empower engineers in data science, engineering tech and environmental fields

Three new undergraduate degree programs will be launched, providing opportunities for Mizzou Made engineers to become leaders in the rapidly growing fields of data science, engineering technology and environmental engineering.

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Bubbling with curiosity: Mizzou engineer investigates oceanic phenomenon

Binbin Wang has spent years researching hydrocarbons in the Gulf of Mexico and discovering how natural seeps in the ocean floor affect the environment. He is now working on a long-term research project using a National Science Foundation research vessel. 

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Three Mizzou Engineers receive Mizzou R.A.H. awards

In 2024, three engineering alumni received Mizzou R.A.H. awards, Kyle Friedman, BS CiE '16, MS CiE '18; Nathaniel Kinsey, BS EE '11; and Corey Staller, BS ChE '14.

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Missouri Water Center receives more than $700,000 in EPA seed grant funding

Cross-disciplinary researchers to look at water quality, quantity issues through eight research and education projects at the Missouri Water Center.

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Helping safeguard a new reservoir in north central Missouri

Researchers at the Missouri Water Center have been awarded a $5 million grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for sustainable water management. They’ll use the funds to ensure that the water remains safe as the basin fills.

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Marisa Chrysochoou appointed dean of the MU College of Engineering 

Nationally recognized scholar brings leadership experience and success in fundraising and faculty and student recruitment. 

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Ask a Mizzou expert: Why do potholes form on roads?

As the nation’s drivers zig and zag to try to avoid potholes, University of Missouri expert Punya Rath explains the science behind these street craters. A member of the Mizzou Asphalt Pavement and Innovation Lab (MAPIL), Rath specializes in researching asphalt materials.

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Explore Mizzou Engineers’ senior capstone projects

Mizzou Engineering students think about how they can solve real-world problems before they step outside the classroom and into their careers. Click the links below to explore some of the solutions created by the engineers of tomorrow.

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Mizzou civil engineering students redesign road and water systems for senior capstone project

Civil engineering students Chloe Groner, Zach Cockrill, Abby Watts and Amoni Madison took on a two-part capstone project to redesign a roadway in St. Louis, Missouri, and analyze the drainage system of that road.

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Mizzou Steel Bridge Team places third in regional competition, invited to nationals

Mizzou Steel Bridge Team placed third overall, won awards in four categories and qualified for the National Student Steel Bridge Competition.