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New breast cancer research launches at UA    /  Fox 6 (Birmingham)

The University of Alabama is launching new breast cancer research focusing on metastasized cells that are active or asleep in the brain. They’ve managed to create a mock brain, testing…


Source: Fox 6 (Birmingham)    /    Published: May 16, 2018    /    Posted in:   Chemical and Biological Engineering, Faculty and Staff, In The News, Research    /    Features:     

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Former Oconee resident works on septic system improvements in Alabama    /  Athens Banner-Herald

Joe Booth, a former resident of Athens and Watkinsville, is participating in a project at the University of Alabama to develop new technology for septic systems to help homeowners in…


Source: Athens Banner-Herald    /    Published: May 10, 2018    /    Posted in:   Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering, Faculty and Staff, In The News, Research, Students    /    Features:     

On Road to Possible Fourth Title, Robotics Team Tackles New Challenge    /  UA News

NASA’s annual robotics challenge presents a new problem for college students to solve, and students at The University of Alabama hope their solution can win the contest for a fourth straight year.


Author: Adam Jones    /    Published: May 9, 2018    /    Posted in:   Faculty and Staff, Research, Students, UA News    /    Features:     

Next generation of engineers get industry experience at the university level    /  Planet Analog

Partnerships between electronics manufacturers and institutions of higher education are helping to prepare the next generation of engineering for real world challenges; this effort presents many benefits for both sides….


Source: Planet Analog    /    Published: May 7, 2018    /    Posted in:   Electrical and Computer Engineering, Faculty and Staff, In The News, Research    /    Features:     

New UA Center to Focus on Water Science and Engineering    /  UA News

A new research center at The University of Alabama aims to improve accuracy of data and reduce uncertainty for water management and emergency preparedness.


Author: Adam Jones    /    Published: April 25, 2018    /    Posted in:   Center for Complex Hydrosystems Research, Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering, Faculty and Staff, Research, UA News    /    Features:     

UA Recognizes Undergrad Randall Research Award Winners    /  UA News

The Randall Outstanding Undergraduate Research Award Program recognizes and celebrates the best research activity conducted by undergraduate students at The University of Alabama.


Author: Associated Engineering Press    /    Published: April 25, 2018    /    Posted in:   Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics, Awards and Honors, Chemical and Biological Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Faculty and Staff, Mechanical Engineering, Research, Students, UA News    /    Features:   , , , ,   

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Alabaster mom on mission to stiffen Alabama’s texting and driving law    /  Fox 6 (Birmingham)

Despite a 2012 ban on texting and driving, distracted driving accidents continue to pile up. Now a mother in Alabaster whose daughter was killed recently in a distracted driving accident…


Source: Fox 6 (Birmingham)    /    Published: April 21, 2018    /    Posted in:   Center for Advanced Public Safety, Faculty and Staff, In The News, Research   

UA Cyber Researchers Delve Into the Dark Web    /  UA News

Students at The University of Alabama monitor network traffic to detect and prevent malicious activity.


Author: Associated Engineering Press    /    Published: April 19, 2018    /    Posted in:   Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Faculty and Staff, Research, Students, UA News   

Setting the Standard for Sensor-Driven HVAC Control    /  ACHR News

Supported by the Saving Energy Nationwide in Structures with Occupancy Recognition (SENSOR) program of the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E), a University of Alabama team…


Source: ACHR News    /    Published: April 18, 2018    /    Posted in:   Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics, Faculty and Staff, In The News, Mechanical Engineering, Research   

New challenger, Aeroprobe, approaches in the world of metal 3D printing    /  3D Printing Industry

Aeroprobe a measurement solutions provider known for its sensors used in aerospace, automotive, turbomachinery, wind turbine, and wind tunnel testing industries, has launched a new metal 3D printing subsidiary … In…


Source: 3D Printing Industry    /    Published: April 17, 2018    /    Posted in:   Faculty and Staff, In The News, Mechanical Engineering, Research    /    Features:     

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In 1837, The University of Alabama became one of the first five universities in the nation to offer engineering classes. Today, UA’s College of Engineering has more than 5,800 students and more than 150 faculty. In recent years, students in the College have been named USA Today All-USA College Academic Team members, Goldwater, Hollings, Portz, Boren, Mitchell and Truman scholars.