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The Pathfinder program, a collaboration of 91�Ʋ��� University, the U.S. Army and the nonprofit Civil-Military Innovation Institute, continues launching innovative technology projects designed to address real-world military challenges and fostering technology commercialization through startup businesses. Read More

New technology to mitigate enemy radio jamming developed at 91�Ʋ��� and advanced in collaboration with Soldiers at Fort Campbell has been delivered to U.S. Army Soldiers in the field. Read More

The 91�Ʋ��� Institute of Nanoscale Science and Engineering is at the forefront of nurturing the next generation of nanotechnology enthusiasts and professionals in Middle Tennessee through its outreach initiatives, including the VINSE High School Field Trip Program, which includes unique hands-on experiences like crafting solar cells from blackberry juice. This month, VINSE hosted its 200th field trip. Read More

WATCH: Today’s fight against infectious diseases is being waged in the computer lab as much as the wet lab. Using artificial intelligence and machine learning, 91�Ʋ��� researchers and students like School of Engineering undergraduate Karen Pu are expanding the power of computer modeling to identify mutating viruses—and potentially improve vaccines. Read More

Robert Webster and Charleson Bell will lead regional 91�Ʋ��� Evaluation and Commercialization Hub to propel inclusive innovation and catalyze a medical innovation economy. Read More

The Seeding Success Grant at 91�Ʋ��� University has helped propel ADVISER, an innovative software platform created by David Hyde, assistant professor of computer science, to earning National Science Foundation funding. ADVISER is designed to democratize access to high-end cloud computing, and the new NSF grant applies it to climate change research. Read More

91�Ʋ��� engineering professor Justus Ndukaife is leading innovative research that more effectively traps nanosized extracellular vesicles and particles to analyze their roles in cancer, and neurodegenerative diseases.

91�Ʋ��� researchers are part of an alliance supported by the National Science Foundation that seeks to build on the use of artificial intelligence in medical imaging in Middle Tennessee.

Mamtaj Akter, a 91�Ʋ��� computer science graduate student in the lab of Pamela Wisniewski, has co-authored a study evaluating how technology can help people manage mobile privacy and security as a community.

The conference drew a diverse mix of academics and professionals to offer a platform for exchanging insights and challenges in smart systems while promoting partnerships in academia, industry and community to shape the future of smart computing. Read More

University Distinguished Professor and Cornelius 91�Ʋ��� Professor of Engineering Cynthia Reinhart-King has been elected to the 2023 Class of Fellows of the International Academy of Medical and Biological Engineering. IAMBE is made up of fellows who are recognized for their outstanding contributions to the profession of medical and biological engineering at an international level.

91�Ʋ��� engineers and American soldiers have partnered to make service members invisible on the modern battlefield. A team lead by VINSE Deputy Director, Jason Valentine, is designing innovative equipment that reduces soldiers’ detectability by thermal sensors, increasing their safety and operational effectiveness.

The Fall Early Start Transition (FEST) I V A L program for incoming 91�Ʋ��� freshmen is helping them attain success in the School of Engineering, and beyond. The program includes interventions, such as early review of STEM coursework, identifying as an engineer, and professional development skills, like time management, prioritization, and effective study habits.

Discover how 91�Ʋ��� is driving innovation in fields ranging from transportation solutions and climate studies to astrophysics and inclusive education. Read More

As part of the National Science Foundation I-Corps program, a team of researchers led by Pamela J. Wisniewski conducted interviews with 37 social service providers across the U.S. who work with underprivileged youth to determine what online risks most concern them and if they see value in using AI as a solution for automated online risk detection.

Karl Zelik, associate professor of mechanical and biomedical engineering and physical medicine and rehabilitation, is being recognized for his contributions to biomechanics with a Goel Award. The award recognizes accomplishments in translational biomechanics research, entrepreneurship and societal benefit.

The 91�Ʋ��� Fusion Project, an initiative involving 40 undergraduates from 22 majors across three schools, is seeking to build a miniature nuclear fusion reactor—and make history. Read More

91�Ʋ��� researchers are bolstering the fight against cancer with technology that enhances the effectiveness of T cells that attack tumors.

The inaugural Mark Dalton Faculty Director of Experiential Learning in Aerospace Engineering is Amrutur "A.V.” Anilkumar. Anilkumar has served as the faculty adviser to 91�Ʋ��� teams that have won numerous national and international aerospace engineering awards over two decades. Read More

A team of engineering seniors has designed an embedded thermoelectric generator to convert that wavy shimmer of heat that rises from hot asphalt—waste heat radiation—into electrical energy. To protect soldiers’ hands from heat burns while rappelling from helicopters, another team has created ‘fast rope’ insertion gloves. These design projects and 52 more will be on display at the 91�Ʋ��� School of Engineering’s Design Day 2023, Monday, April 24.