The College of Engineering is driven by talented faculty, staff, and students who are producing knowledge to address grand challenges around advanced technologies, health sciences, sustainability, energy, and the environment.

Our graduates are ethical, globally aware citizens whose work at Iowa and throughout their careers makes the world safer and our use of resources more efficient.

Research Excellence at Iowa Engineering

College of Engineering faculty, staff and students are engaged in research that will improve quality of life and transform our world through engineering for human health, engineering for the environment, and engineering for emerging technologies.

News

Grayson Talaski

BME student receives Excellence in Undergraduate Research Award

Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Grayson Talaski, a third-year biomedical engineering major, was honored at a student celebration on February 28 for receiving an Excellence in Undergraduate Research Award from the Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR).
Chengzhe Li

CBE researchers develop model for predicting air pollution in developing countries

Wednesday, April 10, 2024
A new predictive atmospheric model developed at the University of Iowa will allow scientists to forecast and issue warnings for air pollution events in developing countries.
Jun wang standing in front of space background

CBE's Jun Wang named 2024 Scholar of the Year

Thursday, April 4, 2024
Jun Wang, a University of Iowa professor of chemical and biochemical engineering, has been named the 2024 Scholar of the Year. The award recognizes Wang's prolific track record as a research and leader in his field of remote sensing, wildfire detection, and air quality research.

Events

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Why Do Good Engineers Make Bad Decisions?

Tuesday, April 16, 2024 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Seamans Center
Exploring the why behind ethical missteps and how unethical activities occur in the world of Engineering.

Research Open House Workshop

Wednesday, April 17, 2024 2:00pm
Seamans Center
Preparing a poster and crafting your research pitch for the College of Engineering Research Open House

Make Your Own Grass Head Pets for Earth Day

Monday, April 22, 2024 11:30am to 1:30pm
Seamans Center
Celebrate Earth day and spring with us to build your own “chia style” buddy! Cha-cha-cha-chia! Learn how to create your own green “haired” creature. Your buddy should be fully grown just in time to help you with finals. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa-sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact Kari Kozak in advance at lib-engineering@uiowa...
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Climate Solutions Surround Us

Monday, April 22, 2024 3:00pm to 4:00pm
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)
On Earth Day, join us for an enlightening discussion led by Dr. Heidi Roop, Director of the University of Minnesota Climate Adaptation Partnership and an Assistant Professor of Climate Science. Dr. Roop’s expertise lies at the intersection of cutting-edge climate science and effective science communication. Her mission? To increase the use and integration of climate change information in decision-making.
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Growing Sustainable Communities Conference

Tuesday, April 23 to Wednesday, April 24, 2024 (all day)
Grand River Convention Center
The Growing Sustainable Communities Conference offers innovation, education, inspiration, and collaboration on growing sustainable communities.  Sessions feature presenters with a wide range of expertise, including representatives from federal, state, and local governments, along with business and academic leaders from across the country. In addition to learning sessions, the conference includes two keynote luncheons, mobile workshops, a breakfast plenary session, and more! Stop by the Iowa...