Paul Chinowsky

Chinowsky discusses heat-induced rail problems with ABC News

July 14, 2022

Professor Paul Chinowsky discusses solutions to heat-caused problems with railroads in a new piece by ABC News The article highlights how heat waves are causing warping on Amtrak rail lines, leading to travel slowdowns. Chinowsky, an emeritus professor in the Department of Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering and director of...

Wil Srubar

Denver Post highlights Srubar's green concrete research

July 12, 2022

The Denver Post has published an article showcasing work by Wil Srubar on algae-based concrete. Srubar, an associate professor in the Department of Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering, is working at the forefront of biomimetic and living materials science and engineering. He views the algae-based concrete as having significant potential...

Burn scorched trees in the mountains

After a Wildfire, What Happens to Water?

July 11, 2022

When Western wildfires break out, water may first come to mind as a critical resource for helping extinguish it. But what about after the flames finish? A 2022 CU study on the growing impact of wildfire on the Western U.S. water supply found that large forest fires can significantly increase...

Kyri Baker outside by a solar panel.

CEAE assistant professor Kyri Baker recognized for excellence in teaching

July 7, 2022

Kyri Baker has been honored with the John and Mercedes Peebles Innovation in Education Award from the College of Engineering and Applied Science. The award recognizes CU Engineering faculty who have shown a unique commitment to students demonstrated through innovations in education. Baker, an assistant professor in the Department of...

Group photo of the summit.

Video Recaps: Colorado Construction Diversity Summit 2022

July 1, 2022

The University of Colorado Boulder hosted the first ever Colorado Construction Diversity Summit on April 1, 2022. The event focused on how everyone in the construction industry – from leadership to site managers – can help their companies build thriving, diverse teams. Check out video recaps of the conference below,...

Keith Molenaar

Civil professor selected as dean of CU Engineering

June 30, 2022

University of Colorado Boulder Provost Russell Moore today named Keith Molenaar dean of the College of Engineering and Applied Science , effective July 1. Moore said that in his interviews with the finalists, Molenaar’s approach impressed him on multiple levels. “I was impressed by Keith’s vision for CEAS, which is...

Joseph Kasprzyk and Brendan Purcell

Research on reclaimed water consumption recognized by Journal of Water Resources Planning and Management

June 29, 2022

The Journal of Water Resources Planning and Management is recognizing a CU Boulder faculty member and a master's graduate for their research into the impact of reclaimed water consumption on rivers. Associate Professor Joseph Kasprzyk and Brendan Purcell (CivEngr MS'19) are sharing a 2022 Best Policy Oriented Paper Award from...

Wil Srubar

Interesting Engineering highlights Srubar's algae-based concrete

June 29, 2022

Interesting Engineering has published an article highlighting research led by Wil Srubar into the development of a groundbreaking biologically-grown concrete that could significantly reduce carbon emissions. Srubar, an associate professor in the Department of Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering, is working at the forefront of biomimetic and living materials science...

Pouring water into a glass.

EPA awards $25,000 to CU Boulder to develop drinking water risk assessment tool

June 28, 2022

CU Boulder one of 16 student teams nationwide to be awarded funding to develop innovative solutions to environmental challenges. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is awarding $25,000 to a University of Colorado Boulder student team to develop a...

AJ Alkhamee

"Architectural engineers are doctors and buildings are their patients."

June 27, 2022

As a child, AJ Alkhamees was obsessed with Legos. As he became older, his obsession expanded into a love for building things with his own creativity.

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