2024 | Drexel Engineering

- Ancient 3D Paper Art, Kirigami, Could Shape Modern Wireless Technology
  
  October 14, 2024
  Researchers at Drexel University and the University of British Columbia believe kirigami, the ancient Japanese art of cutting and folding paper to create intricate three-dimensional designs, could provide a model for manufacturing the next generation of antennas.
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- Engineering Tutor Finds Rewards in Helping Fellow Students
  
  October 09, 2024
  
  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.
  
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- NSF Awards Pomerantseva Funds for AZIB Battery Cathode Exploration
  
  October 04, 2024
  
  Ekaterina Pomerantseva has received a three-year NSF grant to explore strategies to improve the cycling stability of layered vanadium oxide cathodes in AZIBs for both slow and fast battery operations.
  
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- The Sky’s the Limit: STAR Launches Path of Materials Exploration
  
  October 03, 2024
  
  For Peyton Buie, the Drexel STAR Scholars Program was a perfect opportunity to build research skills and kick-start her exploration of the materials field’s wide-ranging applications.
  
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- Drexel Engineering Announces Three Named Chair Positions
  
  October 02, 2024
  
  The College of Engineering has appointed three faculty members to named chair positions, recognizing their contributions to research, education and leadership in engineering.
  
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- Drexel Researchers Pioneer New Testing Methods for Autonomous Vehicle Systems
  
  September 30, 2024
  
  Drexel researchers developed new methods to test autonomous vehicle perception, using dynamic visual patterns and SIT-Net simulations to identify weaknesses, aiming to improve safety and reliability of self-driving systems.
  
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- Li Receives Back-to-Back NSF Grants
  
  September 23, 2024
  
  Christopher Li, PhD, professor of materials science and engineering, has received back-to-back NSF grants to support fundamental understanding of solid-state battery functioning and the development of nanoparticle-polymer superstructures.
  
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- Powering Up Genetic Research: An Engineer's Unexpected Summer
  
  September 23, 2024
  
  Curiosity about everyday technology led Jessica Wu to electrical engineering at Drexel. Through the STAR program, she unexpectedly found herself analyzing DNA sequences, expanding her skills and discovering new interests in computational biology.
  
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- The Ripple Effect of Peer Tutoring
  
  September 20, 2024
  
  Albin Thampy Kurian found help at the Academic Resource Center when he was struggling with classes. Now, he's returning the favor as a peer tutor.
  
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- Drexel Engineering Welcomes New Faculty for 2024 Academic Year
  
  September 18, 2024
  
  Drexel Engineering welcomes four new faculty members, enhancing expertise in mechanics, energy, water resources, and pharmaceutical processes.
  
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