Carnegie Mellon University

Our world-renound faculty lead research at the forefront of innovation. We prioritize collaboration and interdisciplinary approaches, leveraging emerging technologies and scientific advancements to define new fields of study. Our research is dedicated to delivering impactful solutions for pressing societal needs while working towards a sustainable, resilient, equitable, and inclusive future.

CEE Research Areas

Infrastructure systems encompass buildings, transportation, water/wastewater/power distribution, and other urban systems that represent critical societal components. Previously, civil and environmental engineering primarily focused on individual infrastructure components. However, systems are now engineered for social adaptation and have evolved into an interconnected and multidisciplinary approach, considering cyber-physical- and social systems vital for addressing present and future global challenges.

The IESS research group harnesses advanced technology like embedded systems, 3D imaging, sensors, AI, and systems thinking to enhance infrastructure systems' adaptability and responsiveness. Researchers employing an intelligent infrastructure system use data analysis and decision-making to optimize system performance and sustainability while upholding privacy and promoting equity to ensure equitable and responsible automation.

EXPLORE IESS RESEARCH

Our researchers focus on the impact of water systems due to global challenges of water scarcity, pollution, and climate-induced issues. With a multidisciplinary approach encompassing water reuse, stormwater management, and glacial impact on water resources, our researchers collaborate extensively to secure a reliable and safe water supply, safeguard public health, and promote sustainability, especially in water-scarce regions.

We lead in developing environmental technologies to respond to rapid urbanization and industrialization. Nanotechnology, biotechnology, and sensing systems innovations mitigate pollution, monitor environmental health, and enhance sustainability, benefiting industries and reducing environmental harm.

EXPLORE CREST RESEARCH

Our SETS research group confronts pressing challenges in transportation, addressing carbon emissions and urban congestion through investigations into smart mobility, vehicle policies, network analysis, shared mobility, and climate-resilient policy-making. Employing advanced methods such as data analytics and simulation, our work reduces emissions, enriches urban life, and promotes sustainability through well-crafted policies.

In parallel, our researchers tackle the equitable transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources, employing diverse methodologies, including data analytics and social equity studies. This holistic approach informs innovative solutions and policies for complex energy systems, bridging energy transitions with social equity to address global energy challenges while ensuring fair access to clean energy solutions.

EXPLORE SETS RESEARCH

The MCM research group specializes in understanding the mechanics and material behavior in civil and environmental engineering. We develop durable, energy-efficient, and eco-friendly materials through innovative modeling, studying their mechanics under various conditions to ensure lasting structures.

In the field of chemistry, our MCM research group actively engages in fieldwork, lab experiments, and analytical studies focusing on the fate of materials in the environment, with specific emphasis on water, agriculture, and health sector impacts. Our findings inform policy decisions, foster the adoption of environmentally responsible engineering practices, and drive the development of sustainable solutions.

EXPLORE MCM RESEARCH