Mechanical Engineering Seniors Design Low-Tech Fix for a High-Cost Problem
Clogged storm drains trigger traffic backups and infrastructure damage that cost transportation agencies millions. A buoyant mesh device built by five seniors could give crews more time to respond before blockages become floods, all without electricity or moving parts.
Engineering Tutor Finds Rewards in Helping Fellow Students
After a Lockheed co-op, Christopher Nhu found new purpose tutoring at Drexel’s ACE, helping peers tackle tough engineering courses while gaining experience and encouraging students to seek help early.
A Summer of Research Sparks a Passion for Science and Mentorship
Alessandra Cabrera reflects on her STAR research experience, which shaped her path in materials science. Now, she advances polymer-MXene research at the AJ Drexel Nanomaterials Institute and mentors students through the Drexel Writing Center.