Department of Mechanical Engineering

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Oct 20

Using AI to provide the world with drinking water Opens in new window

Amir Barati Farimani is seeking new possibilities in water purification through using AI agents in the desalination process.

Oct 15

A call to integrate AI and STEM education Opens in new window

Artificial intelligence (AI) has penetrated the job landscape and is of great interest to educators. As we develop methods for integrating AI and STEM education to transform the U.S. workforce, we also need to broaden the public’s awareness of what AI can do now.

Oct 12

"Cleaning up" an oil spill Opens in new window

Following the oil spill off the coast of Southern California, ChemE looks at different techniques used during past and present clean-up efforts.

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