A solar array on U-M’s North Campus
The material that could power tomorrow’s solar cells
‘We estimate that a finished solar cell could be about ten times cheaper than an equivalent gallium arsenide cell.’ |Medium Read
Renovated nuclear reactor building opens as world-class labs
Inside the new Nuclear Engineering Labs, researchers in the nation's top-ranked nuclear engineering program will focus on advancing nuclear security, nonproliferation, safety and energy.|Medium Read
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The summer sun rises on North Campus of the University of Michigan
Urgent climate action: How engineers are heeding IPCC’s call
Efforts are underway to reduce CO2, develop sustainable energy, and adapt to a warmer future.|Medium Read
Live micro algae that is being introduced as a source of vegetable oils that can be used in the manufacturing of biodiesel fuel to replace the existing traditional agricultural sources of oil. Andre Boehman, professor of mechanical engineering and director of the Walter E. Lay Automotive Laboratory at the University of Michigan. Photo: Evan Dougherty
From ponds to power: $2M to perfect algae as a diesel fuel
University of Michigan becomes one of the few institutes in the world working on the problem end-to-end.|Medium Read
A solar array on U-M’s North Campus
The material that could power tomorrow’s solar cells
‘We estimate that a finished solar cell could be about ten times cheaper than an equivalent gallium arsenide cell.’ |Medium Read
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Harvesting clean hydrogen fuel through artificial photosynthesis
New device doubles previous efficiency, opens path to commercial viability.|Medium Read
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Using University of Michigan buildings as batteries
How a building's thermal energy can help the power grid accommodate more renewable energy sources.|Medium Read
Portrait of Branko Kerkez
Kudos for smarter stormwater systems
Branko Kerkez’ article honored|Medium Read
Renovated nuclear reactor building opens as world-class labs
Inside the new Nuclear Engineering Labs, researchers in the nation's top-ranked nuclear engineering program will focus on advancing nuclear security, nonproliferation, safety and energy.|Medium Read
Two professors cut the ribbon to officially open the new restroom
New restrooms help demonstrate urine fertilizer concept
The nation's first end-to-end urine diversion demonstration system opened, a step toward more sustainable and cost-effective fertilizer and wastewater treatment.|Medium Read
Electrical and Computer Engineering
EE student Leonard Kapiloff earns PES scholarship to support studies in secure, sustainable grid
This $2000 scholarship recognizes outstanding students committed to exploring the power and energy field. Leonard wants to work in the energy industry towards a more sustainable and secure electric grid.|Short Read
A graduate student works in a chemical engineering lab
New chemical manufacturing institute to streamline production
U-M to play a major role in $140M institute headed by the American Institute of Chemical Engineering.|Medium Read
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Lithium ion batteries: Why they explode
When we hear of a cell phone, laptop, or car battery exploding, that can rightfully be a cause for concern.|Short Read
Battery viewed through visualization chamber
A window into battery life for next-gen lithium cells
Watching electrodes degrade could help battery researchers take lithium to the next level.|Medium Read
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