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In the news: Michigan Engineering experts May 30 – June 3
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Keeping the world connected, without sacrificing privacy
Engineering assistant professor Raed Al Kontar outlines a new paradigm for connected devices.
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Teaching engineers to put people first
By comparing two disciplines, researchers will discover effects on inclusion and how students think about engineering.
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Michigan Engineering group creates model for layering COVID-19 defenses
The model can be used as a tool to inform decision-makers and individuals on relative risks and advantages associated with a layered defense.
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Opinion: The lack of diversity in engineering is like a disease (but there is a cure)
In an op-ed Brian Denton and co-author Elena Gerstmann say that while the STEM workforce is growing rapidly, many groups are underrepresented.
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‘Transportation is a form of freedom’: How to make it more equitable
Why we need greater collaboration among transportation companies, cities, nonprofits and academia.
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U-M’s Robert Hampshire joins Biden administration to work in transportation research and technology
“Robert’s expertise and his deep commitment to equity, access and justice will improve transportation policy for all Americans.”
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Stress test
Amid six months of tumult and chaos, engineering researchers moved quickly and collaboratively with public health officials, producing vital research in the fight against COVID-19.
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The science behind campus bus changes during COVID-19
Engineers used smoke machines, physics-based modeling and route optimization algorithms to quantify risk.
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Deciding how and whether to reopen schools is complex – here’s how rocket scientists would develop a plan
The United States approach to sending astronauts to the moon could help inform our response to COVID-19.
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