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Protecting coastlines and people
Scientists are studying how mangroves protect shorelines from storm surge and flooding by dissipating wave energy.
Autonomous student-built rover earns honors at NASA challenge
University of Miami engineering students earn top autonomy marks at NASA’s Lunabotics competition with their most advanced rover yet.
The real risks of rotting sargassum
University of Miami engineering researchers study how sargassum affects air quality, beach environments, and exposure risks for families.
NSF fellowships recognize engineering approaches to human health
University of Miami graduate students are honored for research spanning biomedical and mechanical engineering.
A ‘futuristic’ approach to minimizing power outages
Analyzing years of data provided by Florida Power and Light, a team of University of Miami students has created predictive vegetation growth models that could help the utility company improve its tree-trimming efforts and, in turn, reduce the number of power outages in Florida.
Science-driven students earn top honors
Two juniors became the University of Miami’s newest Goldwater Scholars, a prestigious honor granted to students who show a drive to excel in the science, technology, or math fields.
Health tech startup wins engineering pitch competition
Rothberg Catalyzer Fund advances engineering student entrepreneurship at the University of Miami
From rockets to reliable wi-fi, engineering students impress at expo
Forty-one student teams presented senior design projects at the College of Engineering’s annual showcase.
From campus traditions to production systems
How Jacob Ahrens fostered a culture of mentorship at the College of Engineering while applying real‑world solutions at Motorola and the Miami Marlins
A catalyst for solving world problems
The University Laboratory for Integrative Knowledge at the University of Miami has spawned prototypes and new knowledge in a range of fields by pairing faculty together from many different subject areas.
Wearable device targets overuse injuries in sports
A team of University of Miami students has combined their passion for sports and engineering to create a tool that could help athletes—from high school to the pro leagues—stay healthy.
Novel strategies for coral restoration
An interdisciplinary team of researchers from the University of Miami and a coral nonprofit found that altering the chemical composition of tiles where tiny coral babies grow can increase their rate of survival.
