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August 7, 2017
Axios Quotes Venkat Viswanathan on Tesla Model 3 Battery
In an Axios article, Mechanical Engineering Professor Venkat Viswanathan shared his findings on Tesla's Model 3 Battery. The car's 220-mile version appears to be powered by a 53.5 kWh battery, just smaller than the 60 kWh version in the smallest Model S battery.
August 7, 2017
CMU Robotics Initiative is Anchor Tenant in Almono Development
The Carnegie Mellon University Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing Institute is to be the first tenant in the Almono redevelopment, located in a former steel mill in Hazelwood. The institute plans to be established in the 178-acre property by next year.
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- Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: Sustainability, innovation key to developer's plans for former Hazelwood LTV site
August 5, 2017
Energy & Capital Article on Lithium Battery Prices cites CMU Research
An Energy & Capital article discusses why lithium batteries are so expensive. The article cites a Carnegie Mellon University study by Engineering and Public Policy PhD Student Rebecca Ciez and Scott Institute Director Jay Whitacre. The study found that even if lithium were free, the price of lithium batteries would only drop about three percent.
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- Journal of Power Sources: The cost of lithium is unlikely to up-end the cost of Li-ion storage systems
August 4, 2017
Jeffrey Kupfer Writes Commentary on Importance of Energy Infrastructure
In a commentary published by Investor's Business Daily, Heinz College Adjunct Faculty Member Jeffrey Kupfer responds to U.S. Bancorp's policy against support for oil and natural gas pipelines by explaining the importance of a modernized energy infrastructure.
August 3, 2017
Venkat Viswanathan's Autopilot Cross-Country Trip
This summer, Mechanical Engineering Professor Venkat Viswanathan's went on a cross-country trip from the future. The Tesla 3 autopilot drove more than 90% of his 4-day trip from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Palo Alto, California.
August 3, 2017
M. Granger Morgan Writes Feature Article on Greenhouse Gas Assessment
Issues in Science and Technology published a feature article written by Engineering and Public Policy Professor Granger Morgan. Morgan's article addresses how benefit/cost analysis can fall short when assessing greenhouse gas.
August 3, 2017
E&E News Cites Michael Roth's Research on Nuclear Power
An Environment & Energy News article discussing the abandonment of two nuclear reactors in a South Carolina power plant cites Engineering and Public Policy PhD candidate Michael Roth, whose research delves into the consequences of replacing nuclear energy with natural gas and coal.
August 3, 2017
The Hill Opinion Article Cites CMU Research on Nuclear Power Subsidies
The Hill published an opinion article supporting America's nuclear option. The article cites CMU research on the cost-effectiveness of nuclear power subsidies.
August 2, 2017
MSE Ph.D Candidate Ajay Pisat Maximizing Photocatalysis Efficiency
Materials Science and Engineering Ph.D. candidate Ajay Pisat is researching a way to make photocatalysis more efficient. This could unlock hydrogen's potential as a clean, mainstream energy source. Phys.org published an article explaining his research.
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- Carnegie Mellon University College of Engineering News: Big impact, tiny element: hydrogen power, amplified
August 1, 2017
BME Professors Cohen-Karni and Yang Research Graphene's Nanotechnology Potential
Biomedical Engineering Professors Tzahi Cohen-Karni and Ge Yang are researching how to grow graphene in 3D. Graphene's biocompatibility and ability to store electric charge make it an ideal material for thin-film supercapacitors.
July 31, 2017
MSE's Lisa Porter Talks About Semiconductors on Energy Bite
On the Energy Bite podcast, Scott Institute energy expert and Materials Science and Engineering Professor Lisa Porter explains what semiconductors are and why they're important.
July 28, 2017
Op-Ed on Electrifying Transportation System Mentions CMU Vehicle Electrification Group
An opinion editorial published in the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette points to the advancements of the Carnegie Mellon Vehicle Electrification Group while calling for the electrification of Pennsylvania's transportation system.
July 28, 2017
NSF Awards Deborah Stine $50K for Science Policy Video Project
The National Science Foundation awarded Scott Institute Associate Director for Policy Outreach Deborah Stine $50,000 for her project titled, "Science Policy Research Reports: Educational Videos on Science Technology Innovation." The videos will make relevant scientific research accessible to policymakers.
July 27, 2017
The Conversation Cites Viswanathan's Study on Battery Hype
A Conversation article on understanding the future of batteries cites Mechanical Engineering Professor Venkat Viswanathan's study quantifying the hype around battery innovation.
July 27, 2017
Inês Azevedo Receives NSF Grant for Electricity Grid Research
The National Science Foundation awarded a grant to Engineering and Public Policy Professor Ines Azevedo for electricity grid research. In collaboration with the Rochester Institute of Technology, Azevedo and her students are researching the effects of energy storage on U.S. grid emissions.
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- Rochester Business Journal: Researchers study solar cell technology, energy storage
July 27, 2017
Scientific American Features CMU Robotic Exoskeleton Research
A Scientific American article features the minimalist robotic exoskeleton developed by Mechanical Engineering Professor Steve Collins and his team. The exoskeleton adapts to each unique wearer, reducing energy use without getting in the way.
July 27, 2017
VentureWell Awards Deborah Stine $10K Faculty Grant
VentureWell recently awarded Scott Institute for Energy Innovation Associate Director for Policy Outreach Deborah Stine a $10K faculty grant for her new course on energy innovation and entrepreneurship, which will be offered fall 2017.
July 27, 2017
WIRED Quotes Costa Samaras in Article on Tesla Model 3 and EV Success
In a WIRED article, Civil and Environmental Engineering Professor Costa Samaras explains how a false sense of range anxiety holds back the electric vehicle (EV) market, even as the approach of the Tesla Model 3 improves EV public image.
July 26, 2017
Anthony Rollett Presents at Briefing on DOE Light Sources
Materials Science and Engineering Professor Anthony Rollett traveled to Washington, D.C. for a briefing on Department of Energy light sources with the House and Senate National Lab Caucuses, organized by Argonne National Laboratory. The briefing discussed the importance of light sources to innovation, growing international competition and upgrades to light facilities.
July 26, 2017
Jayan Teaches Materials Science Using Computer Game
Mechanical Engineering Professor B. Reeja Jayan is using the computer game Minecraft to teach materials science. The creative building game lets students visualize and interact with materials in 3D.
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- Campus Technology: Carnegie Mellon Engineering Prof Teaches Materials Science with Minecraft
July 26, 2017
Barb Kviz Works to Make CMU Environmentally Friendly
The Piper featured Barb Kviz for her dedication to making CMU's campus environmentally friendly. As CMU's Environmental Coordinator, Kviz has been actively supporting green campus initiatives for 30 years.
July 24, 2017
NPR Quotes Anthony Rowe in Story on Autonomous Cars and Bicycles
A National Public Radio story on how autonomous vehicles are being programmed to protect bicyclists spoke to Electrical and Computer Engineering Professor Anthony Rowe about his research with cycling data.
July 22, 2017
New York Times Traces Pittsburgh's Transformation to CMU Innovations
A New York Times article credits Carnegie Mellon University innovations, like the School of Computer Science's smart traffic technology, as the cause of Pittsburgh's transformation into an urban hotspot.
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- Education DIVE: Local higher ed boosting Pittsburgh tech industry
July 21, 2017
Vivek Wadhwa Writes Article on Tesla's Advantages in Electric Vehicle Arena
In an article published by the Washington Post, Carnegie Mellon University Professor Vivek Wadhwa explains his confidence in Tesla despite the recent hit in stock price.
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- Financial Review: What Tesla's critics don't understand about Elon Musk's electric car company (subscription required)
July 20, 2017
Chemical Engineering Student Wins DOE Fellowship
Chemical Engineering Ph.D. Student Christopher Lee Hanselman was awarded the Office of Science Graduate Student Research fellowship for his doctoral thesis research at the National Energy Technology Laboratory in Pittsburgh.
July 20, 2017
CMU Mentioned as Leader in Hyperloop Development
In a TribLIVE article covering the verbal government approval for a hyperloop between New York and D.C., the Carnegie Mellon Hyperloop team is referenced as a leader in hyperloop pod prototypes
July 20, 2017
M. Granger Morgan Chairs Committee for Report on "Enhancing the Resilience of the Nation's Electricity System"
A National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine committee, chaired by Engineering and Public Policy Professor Granger Morgan, wrote a report on promising innovations for the nation's electricity system. Access the informational webinar recording and slides.
Media Mentions:
- Morning Consult: New Grid Study Sees United States Vulnerable to Cyber Attacks
- Utility Dive: National Academies report finds grids vulnerable to cyber, physical attacks
- Clean Technica: US Electricity Grid Remains Vulnerable & Needs Improvement To Resiliency
- Windpower Engineering & Development: U.S. electric grid remains vulnerable to natural disasters, cyber, and physical attacks; action needed to improve resiliency of the power system
- T&D World: New Study: Grid Remains Vulnerable to Natural Disasters, Attacks
July 20, 2017
CMU Spinoff Rapid Flow Technologies Featured in Smart Cities DIVE Article
Scott Institute affiliate and Professor of Robotics Stephen Smith, CEO of Rapid Flow Technologies, has worked hard with his team to improve Pittsburgh traffic. Their AI traffic system, Surtrac, was featured in a Smart Cities DIVE article.
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- Smart Cities World: Cities in a jam: reducing urban traffic congestion
July 20, 2017
VIDEO: CEE Professor Costa Samaras Speaks on "The Next Generation of Transportation" Panel
The 2017 Pittsburgh Energy Forum Series continued on July 10 with a panel discussion on "The Next Generation of Transportation." Civil and Environmental Engineering Professor Costa Samaras spoke on advances in transportation technology.
July 19, 2017
CMU Alumnus Gaurav Singh Helps Develop Driverless Vehicle
CMU alumnus Gaurav Singh has been working with the Indian firm Hi-Tech Robotics Systemz Ltd. to develop a completely driverless transport called Novus Drive.
July 19, 2017
CMU's Gabrielle Wong-Parodi Quoted in Article on Global Warming Fears
In a Pittsburgh City Paper article, Engineering and Public Policy Assistant Research Professor Gabrielle Wong-Parodi says it's important to provide an adequate warning and a plan of action when addressing climate change.
July 18, 2017
CMU's Philip Dowd Quoted in Article on 100% Renewables Movement
In a Real Clear Energy article, CMU Board of Visitors member Philip Dowd points out that due to storage difficulties, electricity from solar energy is likely to cost ten times more than electricity from natural gas power plants.
July 17, 2017
BuildSimHub Inc. Selected for Techstars IoT 2017 Class
BuildSimHub Inc. is among 12 teams to join the Techstar IoT Accelerator 2017 class. Led by School of Architecture Ph.D. student Weili Xu, BuildSimHub is a big data management platform used to model building energy.
July 11, 2017
Keep on Trucking
Learn more about Hyliion and founder Thomas Healy, Hyliion CEO and a graduate of the Engineering and Public Policy and Mechanical Engineering Departments. Hyliion saves energy by hybridizing tractor-trailers.
July 11, 2017
Deborah Stine Speaks at Congressional Energy EXPO and Policy Forum in D.C.
Associate Director for Policy Outreach and Professor of the Practice in the Engineering and Public Policy Department Deborah Stine spoke on Pittsburgh's progress in energy at the Congressional Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency EXPO and Policy Forum hosted by the Sustainable Energy Coalition in Washington, D.C.
July 10, 2017
CMU's Jack Beuth Cited in ENGINEERING.com Article for AM Solutions
CMU's NextManufacturing Center director and Mechanical Engineering Professor Jack Beuth shares his additive manufacturing (AM) expertise in an ENGINEERING.com article. He explains the importance of defining AM processing windows to solve porosity and density challenges.
July 10, 2017
CMU Alumni Win Pittsburgh Business Times 30 Under 30 Award
CMU Alumni Hahna Alexander, Troy Demmer, Thomas Healy and Austin Webb were featured in the Pittsburgh Business Times as 30 Under 30 award winners. Congratulations!
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July 6, 2017
CMU CEE's Costa Samaras Quoted in WiredArticle on Volvo's EV Announcment
In a Wired article covering Volvo's announcement to produce only electric and hybrid vehicles by 2019, Civil and Environmental Engineering Professor Costa Samaras points out the marketing benefits of Volvo's plan.
July 6, 2017
CMU EPP's Jeremy Michalek Cited in FortuneArticle on Electric Vehicles
Engineering and Public Policy Professor Jeremy Michalek was quoted in a Fortune article discussing France's plan to ban fully-gasoline and diesel fuel vehicles by 2040. The article also cited a study co-authored by Michalek on how regional factors affect electric vehicles' carbon reduction.
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- Economics21: Not Yet Time for Tesla
July 5, 2017
CMU's Akshaya Jha and Nicholas Muller Assess Dangers of Coal Storage
A EurekAlert press release features Engineering and Public Policy Professors Akshaya Jha and Nicholas Muller's working paper on the dangers of coal storage. Fine particulates from coal stockpiles raise mortality rates within a 25 mile radius, with a local environmental cost of $183 per ton of coal.
Related:
- The National Bureau of Economic Research: Handle with Care: The Local Air Pollution Costs of Coal Storage by Akshaya Jha, Nicholas Z. Muller
- Carnegie Mellon University News: Coal Storage Takes Toll on People Living, Working Nearby
July 5, 2017
CMU's Lee Branstetter Quoted in Business Insider Article on Trump's Steel Tariff Idea
As a Heinz College Professor of Economics and a former member of President Obama's Council of Economic Advisors, Lee Branstetter explains his impression of Trump's radical trade proposal.
July 5, 2017
CMU Alumnus Thomas Healy Discusses Hybrid Tractor Trailers at Forbes Agtech Summit
In June, Thomas Healy, Hyliion CEO and a graduate of the Engineering and Public Policy and Mechanical Engineering Departments, discussed hybrid tractor trailers at Forbes AgTech Summit in Salinas, CA.
July 4, 2017
CMU SCS's Stephen Smith Featured in Entrepreneur Article for Smart Traffic Lights
An Entrepreneur article reporting the latest developments for the Internet of Things featured Scott Institute affiliate and School of Computer Science Professor Stephen Smith for his work adding artificial intelligence to Pittsburgh's traffic signals.
July 3, 2017
RoBotany Building Vertical Farm in Former Steel Mill
RoBotany, co-founded by Tepper School of Business recent MBA graduate Austin Webb, was featured in TribLIVE for their expansion into a South Side steel mill. In the future, the 20,000 square-foot space could produce 2,000 pounds of food a day, bringing fresh produce to an urban center.
July 3, 2017
CMU Air Quality Research Featured in Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
CMU Mechanical Engineering Research Scientist R Subramanian, in partnership with local startup SenSevere, is using 35 real-time affordable multi-pollutant (RAMP) air quality monitors to gather localized data on Pittsburgh air pollution.
Related Media:
- The Allegheny Front: CMU Scientists Help Clairton Residents Find Out What's in Their Air
July 3, 2017
CMU EPP's Granger Morgan and Katharine Ricke Consider Solar Radiation Geoengineering a Solution for Global Warming
A Daily Nation article featured CMU Engineering and Public Policy Professors Granger Morgan and Katharine Ricke's research on solar radiation management and global warming. Solar radiation management mimics a volcano effect, shooting sulphur dioxide particles directly into the stratosphere to achieve cooling within days
June 30, 2017
CMU's Chris Bettinger Researches Battery Applications of Synthetic Melanin Mimic
A Public Radio International (PRI) article featured CMU Materials Science and Engineering Professor Chris Bettinger's research with synthetic melanin mimic. These synthetic polymers could later be used as a natural sunscreen, and Bettinger is researching the polymers' capabilities for storing electric charge.
June 29, 2017
White Paper Released on PEC's 2017 "Achieving Deep Carbon Reductions" Conference
On March 15 and 16, CMU Engineering and Public Policy Professors Jared Cohon, Neil Donahue, Inês Azevedo, Michael Griffin, Granger Morgan and recent PhD graduate Mike Ford spoke at the Pennsylvania Environmental Council conference on deep decarbonization and Pennsylvania's electricity future. Read the white paper summarizing the conference.
June 26, 2017
CMU's Viswanathan Talks To Axios About NASA Battery Project
NASA has funded a battery project to power a regional, nine-passenger all-electric aircraft. Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering Venkat Viswanathan, a member of the project, spoke with Axios about the challenges of a lithium-air battery.
June 24, 2017
CMU's Jon Malen Selected to Speak for NAE 2017 U.S. Frontiers of Engineering Symposium
Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science and Engineering Associate Professor Jon Malen will join the National Academy of Engineering for a symposium that brings together exceptional researchers from a variety of disciplines.
June 22, 2017
CMU CEE's Mitchell Small Honored with 2017 O'Melia Award
At this year's conference, the Association of Environmental Engineering and Science Professors honored Scott Institute energy expert and Civil and Environmental Engineering Professor Mitchell Small with the 2017 Charles R. O'Melia Distinguished Educator Award for his work with environmental risk-assessment and mathematical modeling. Congratulations! Professors David Dzombak, Greg Lowry, Meagan Mauter and Costa Samaras also attended the conference.
June 19, 2017
Power Sector Index Tracks Slight Rise in Carbon Emissions
The Carnegie Mellon Power Sector Carbon Index, created by the Scott Institute for Energy Innovation, reports a slight increase in carbon emissions intensity from 2016, and a 24% decrease from 2005 peak.
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June 19, 2017
Carnegie Mellon Researchers Find New Vehicle Emissions To Be Deceptively Clean
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University’s College of Engineering found that newer gasoline vehicles emit less particulate matter, but vapors in the “cleaner” exhaust form particulate matter in the atmosphere long after exiting the tailpipe.
Media Mentions:
- Live Science: Why 'Greener' Gas-Powered Vehicles Aren't As Clean As You Think
- International Business Times: Eco-friendly cars with 'cleaner' tech can still cause harm; Stricter emission standards not the main solution
- Automotive World: 'Additional controls needed' to curb PM formation in urban areas
- CMU News: Researchers Find New Vehicle Emissions Deceptively Clean
June 15, 2017
DOE Selects Litster for $2 Million Research Grant
Mechanical Engineering Associate Professor Shawn Litster has been selected to receive $2 million in DOE funding for “Advanced PGM-free Cathode Engineering for Higher Power Density and Durability.”
Media Mention:
- Green Car Congress: DOE awarding $2M to CMU-led project to develop PGM-free cathodes for fuel cells
June 15, 2017
$300,000 Up For Grabs in CMU's Smart Mobility Challenge
CMU's Traffic21 Institute announced the Smart Mobility Challenge, making up to $300,000 available to CMU faculty and students to pilot transportation projects in select communities.
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June 15, 2017
CMU's Jay Apt Mentioned in Smithsonian Magazine Article on Wind Turbines
In a Smithsonian Magazine article titled, "Two Myths and One Truth About Wind Turbines," the author points to energy expert Jay Apt's work.
June 14, 2017
Steinbrenner Institute's Neil Donahue Comments on Renewables in Pittsburgh City Paper
In response to President Trump's announcement to withdrawal from the Paris climate accord, Pittsburgh City Paper writes about what the city can do on climate.
June 13, 2017
CMU's Fuchs and Whitacre Helped Write New Report on ARPA-E
A new congressionally mandated report titled, "An Assessment of ARPA-E," says the organization is making progress toward achieving its mission and goals. Scott Institute Director Jay Whitacre and Engineering and Public Policy Professor Erica Fuchs served on the committee that wrote the National Academies of Sciences Engineering, and Medicine report.
June 13, 2017
Paulina Jaramillo's Paper Cited in New York Times Article on Retiring Nuclear Power Plants
A new paper co-authored by Engineering and Public Policy Associate Professor Paulina Jaramillo was mentioned in a recent New York Times article titled, "How Retiring Nuclear Power Plants May Undercut U.S. Climate Goals."
June 13, 2017
VentureWell Features Allegheny Cleantech UP Winner RoBotany
RoBotany, winner of the Allegheny Cleantech UP Competition, was interviewed for an article on how the Cleantech University Prize (Cleantech UP) benefits aspiring student entrepreneurs.
June 12, 2017
M. Granger Morgan Cited in Daily Nation Article on Global Warming
In Daily Nation, Hamerschlag University Professor of Engineering M. Granger Morgan explains the solar radiation management process as a way of reducing the risks of climate change.
June 9, 2017
CMU CEE's Burcu Akinci and Mario Berges Present Smart Cities Seminar at UTEP Department of Civil Engineering
Scott Institute affiliates and Civil and Environmental Engineering Professors Burcu Akinci and Mario Berges journeyed to University of Texas at El Paso to deliver a lecture on smart infrastructure/buildings as the backbone of smart cities.
June 9, 2017
EST&P Graduate Selected As Breakthrough Generation Fellow
The Breakthrough Institute welcomed a new class of Breakthrough Generation fellows to join its research team to advance the ecomodern project, by deepening their understanding in the fields of energy, environment, technology and human development. Abigail Eyram Sah, who recently earned her master's degree from the Energy Science, Technology & Policy Program at CMU, is among the six new fellows.
June 8, 2017
Scott Institute Hosts Finding PA's Solar Future 2nd Stakeholder Workshop
To envision what it will take to increase solar-powered electricity in Pennsylvania to 10 percent by 2030, participants in a statewide solar energy initiative led by the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) analyzed models of current and potential solar energy development. The Scott Institute's Director Jay Whitacre and Associate Director for Innovation and Strategic Partnerships Anna J. Siefken spoke at the workshop. Watch presentations from the event.
June 8, 2017
CMU's Jay Apt Comments on Trump's Announcement of New Coal Mine
In an article addressing Trump's coal promises, FactCheck cites Engineering and Public Policy Professor Jay Apt who says bringing back coal won't necessarily bring back jobs.
June 8, 2017
Carnegie Mellon Develops Machine Vision Autonomous System for Metal 3D Printing
3D Printing Industry looks at research from CMU's College of Engineering that has developed an autonomous system for classifying the metal powders used for 3D printing.
June 7, 2017
Jay Apt Authors Article on Why To Shift Away From Coal For Scientific American
According to CMU Professor Jay Apt, shifting coal-fired power plants in the U.S. to natural gas would have tremendous positive effects on human health in America.
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June 7, 2017
NextManufacturing Center Leaders Give Control Engineering 3D Printing Advice
Control Engineering recently asked for advice about 3D printing for manufacturing from Carnegie Mellon's best experts on the subject, Jack Beuth and Anthony Rollett, who run CMU's NextManufacturing Center.
June 6, 2017
InsideClimate News Highlights Carnegie Mellon Power Sector Carbon Index
The Carnegie Mellon Power Sector Carbon Index's results are cited in an article that fact checks Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Scott Pruitt's statements on climate change.
June 5, 2017
Minimus Begins Construction on Tiny Village Dedicated to Veterans
Last month, the student team, Minimus, which won "Fan Favorite" at the 2017 Allegheny Cleantech University Prize Competition, began construction on a compact project intended to combat veteran homelessness. The team includes Carnegie Mellon University School of Architecture student Fauzan Wassil.
June 5, 2017
CMU Center Directors Respond to U.S. Withdrawal From Paris Agreement
Seven directors of CMU's energy-related Centers released a statement expressing their concern about the U.S. withdrawal from the Paris Agreement. Scott Institute for Energy Innovation Director Jay Whitacre is among the authors.
June 5, 2017
College of Engineering's Raj Rajkumar on Testing Autonomous Vehicles in Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
In a Pittsburgh Post-Gazette titled, "Advocacy group: Self-driving industries need to put brakes on on-road testing," Raj Rajkumar, the George Westinghouse professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering, offers insight on simulation testing and more.
June 1, 2017
Wired Cites CMU Study That Questions Viability of Tesla Motor's Electric Semi Truck
Mechanical Engineering's Venkat Viswanathan and Shashank Sripad express doubt in light of Tesla Motor's promise to unveil electric semi truck.
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June 2017
Thubber Featured in Tribology & Lubrication Technology
Thubber, a thermally conductive rubber material developed by Mechanical Engineering's Carmel Majidi and Jonathan Malen, was featured in the “Tech Beat” section of Tribology & Lubrication Technology, the official publication of the Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers.
May 31, 2017
College of Engineering Launches “Arjuna,” a Multi-Departmental GPU Cluster
Mechanical Engineering Professor Venkat Viswanathan’s interest in building the cluster stemmed from his research on next-generation batteries.
May 26, 2017
Inc. Says CMU's RoadBotics is Improving the Urban Experience
Using technology developed at Carnegie Mellon, RoadBotics allows drivers to gather information on road conditions as they drive. The startup was one of three highlighted in an Inc. article examining how companies are using sensor data to help cities build better roads and waste less money.
May 25, 2017
Students Invited To Meeting With 31 Nobel Laureates
Carnegie Mellon University graduate students Michael Polen and Chenjie Zeng will be among 400 young scientists from 76 countries who will join 31 Nobel Laureates in Lindau, Germany, June 25-30. Polen studies atmospheric and environmental chemistry in Carnegie Mellon's Center for Atmospheric Particle Studies.