Michigan Engineering | University of Michigan 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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How big data could optimize COVID-19 testing
Microsoft-supported project to coordinate site locations, supply distribution.
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Hunger and COVID: Fighting pandemic-related food insecurity in Detroit
Public policy and engineering team up to improve food access.
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Turning faces into thermostats
An autonomous HVAC system could provide more comfort with less energy.
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Trump’s restrictions on Chinese students stifle American companies, universities and innovation
In an op-ed, Brian Denton shares his perspective on the damages done by placing restrictions on Chinese students in the U.S.
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Advancing creativity and mentorship in engineering education
Impactful work in the fledgling Engineering Education Research program is recognized with prestigious awards
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Making wind power more predictable: A Q&A with Eunshin Byon
Predictive modeling could help power companies get more consistent output from renewables.
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How much coronavirus testing is enough? States could learn from retailers as they ramp up
To control the coronavirus spread, the U.S. needs to get the most value out of the limited testing capacity it has.
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