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Aidiel Hassan next to poster presentation.

Curiosity to contribution: Aidiel’s journey from research to recognition

For Aidiel Ikmal Bin Abu Hassan, a graduating senior in chemical and biological engineering at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, his interest research began small and grew into something far more…

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UW Crest with engineering background
October 28, 2025

Alum guides future of environmental engineering master’s program

Jeffrey Starke (MSEnvE ‘01, PhDEnvE ‘11) is the new program director for the master of engineering in environmental engineering degree program. Starke is taking the role after leading the Master’s Across…

Victor Zavala
October 17, 2025

Zavala’s commitment to education leads to ‘Statistics for Chemical Engineers’ textbook 

After several years of hard work, Victor Zavala, the Baldovin-DaPra Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, has published a new textbook with Cambridge University Press…

UW Crest with engineering background
September 23, 2025

UW-Madison ranks 7th among publics in U.S. News undergraduate engineering program rankings

The University of Wisconsin-Madison College of Engineering was ranked seventh overall among public universities in the 2026 edition of U.S. News & World Report’s Best Engineering Schools undergraduate rankings. Individual…

Eduardo Arvelo
June 6, 2025

ECE’s Arvelo selected for Underkofler Excellence in Teaching Award

Eduardo Romero Arvelo, assistant teaching professor with the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE), has been chosen to receive the prestigious 2025 Alliant Energy James R. Underkofler Excellence in…

Dr. Mohammad Amer Allaf
June 3, 2025

Postdoctoral researcher awarded for exceptional mentorship

Dr. Mohammad Amer Allaf was recognized for his outstanding mentorship as a postdoctoral fellow in the Nuclear Engineering and Engineering Physics Department.

Silvia Jordache with Susan Hagness
May 8, 2025

2025 ECE department awards highlight exceptional academic community

As the 2025 academic year came to a close, the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) at the University of Wisconsin–Madison brought together faculty, staff, and graduate students to…

Plasma ball during a Wonders of Physics show, presented as part of Family Science Night at UW Space Place at the University of Wisconsin-Madison on Nov. 22, 2013.
May 6, 2025

New fusion plasma focus area to offer greater academic flexibility in light of emerging technologies

The Department of Nuclear Engineering & Engineering Physics has introduced a Fusion Plasma focus area within the Nuclear Engineering B.S. program. This new option offers students who are interested in…

Kumar Sridharan
May 1, 2025

Sridharan named to Vilas Distinguished Achievement Professorship

Nuclear Engineering & Engineering Physics (NEEP) Professor Kumar Sridharan was named to a prestigious Vilas Distinguished Achievement Professorship, an award recognizing outstanding teaching and scholarship.    Prof. Sridharan has contributed 35…

Kenzie Burns standing in front of a wooded landscape
April 16, 2025

From cow poop to purpose: Curiosity sparks career for Kenzie Burns

Kenzie Burns doesn’t shy away from stepping outside of her comfort zone—she pushes forward with curiosity—shaping her life in new and unexpected ways. “I like to joke that I cannot…

Franklin Hobbs
March 13, 2025

Hobbs honored for inspiring instruction

On March 13, 2025, Dean Ian Robertson held an event to recognize engineering faculty and staff for outstanding contributions. Franklin Hobbs, an assistant teaching professor in materials science and engineering,…