Chemical & Biological Engineering Blog

In summer 2026, the United States saw the largest Cyclospora outbreak in its history. While experts say it’s probably safe to eat salad again, preventing the next outbreak will require more than a single test or technological tool. With research, better processes, and biotechnology, we can develop creative solutions to keep food safe and protect public health.

Program requirements are detailed in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering’s Academic Policies Procedures, also referred to as the Graduate Handbook. The Graduate Handbook is a resource for the requirements of our graduate program. Current and past Graduate Handbooks and related forms will be available on the intranet. Key program information and requirements are summarized below.

Joel Paulson, the Gerald and Louise Battist Associate Professor in chemical and biological engineering, received the 2026 CAST Outstanding Young Researcher Award. This award is given to individuals under the age…

If you are a student with a strong background in chemical engineering or a related discipline, and a serious interest in research, apply to our graduate program.

Synergistic research, diverse collaboration, supportive peers—that’s Why Wisconsin! Read more about what makes UW-Madison the place to be.

Did you know that a vast majority of students receive a 5-year financial guarantee? Learn more about funding here.

Whitney Loo, the Conway Assistant Professor in chemical and biological engineering, is one of 18 recipients of the 2026 Vilas Faculty Early-Career Investigator award, which honors University of Wisconsin-Madison faculty…

The College of Engineering is celebrating faculty and teaching faculty members who have received promotions, tenure and academic appointments in the 2025-26 academic year. These achievements mark important career milestones…

A student-driven organization, the University of Wisconsin-Madison Chem-E-Car team engineers a small-scale vehicle powered entirely by chemical reactions for the annual American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) Chem-E-Car Competition. With no external…

The College of Engineering recognized 25 faculty, postdocs and graduate student mentors at the second annual Graduate Student Mentoring Awards reception on May 14, 2026. The awards recognize faculty, postdocs…