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This smart wheelchair has laser vision

Lehigh University — 2009-11-03T00:00:00-05:00

John Spletzer and his students are equipping robots to navigate city streets without human guidance, remote control or GPS.

An award to call his own

Lehigh University — 2009-10-30T00:00:00-05:00

An honor is named for John Fisher, who in his 50-year career has won most of the prizes granted to structural engineers.

Halloween starts early at Lehigh's Spooktacular

Lehigh University — 2009-10-23T00:00:00-05:00

Hundreds of local children and their families are expected for the annual event.

A 100th birthday bash for a history-making lab

Lehigh University — 2009-10-20T00:00:00-05:00

A three-day celebration of Fritz Lab and its accomplished founder also looks ahead to the next century.

A more strategic topology for wireless networks

Lehigh University — 2009-10-16T00:00:00-05:00

Liang Cheng seeks greater energy efficiency for multi-hop sensor schemes.

AIChE gives its highest award to Arup SenGupta

Lehigh University — 2009-10-13T00:00:00-05:00

Chemical engineering institute cites professor for taming environmental hazards with ion exchange science.

Lehigh institute makes glass more visible

Lehigh University — 2009-10-09T00:00:00-05:00

A second five-year grant from National Science Foundation for an international research center.

High-performance computing workshop draws 175

Lehigh University — 2009-10-07T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh students finish first and third in poster competition at first-ever event sponsored by engineering college.

The Fritz Legacy: Materials scientist honored for 'bridging' disciplines

Lehigh University — 2009-10-06T00:00:00-05:00

Provost emeritus Alan Pense recognized for outstanding contributions to bridge safety

Optimization expert recognized at international conference

Lehigh University — 2009-10-01T00:00:00-05:00

Tamás Terlaky, chair of industrial and systems engineering, honored for leadership in his field

A football standout tackles the books

Lehigh University — 2009-09-29T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh linebacker Heath Brickner also has a passion for materials science and engineering.

Engineering a land speed record

Lehigh University — 2009-09-25T00:00:00-05:00

Joachim Grenestedt takes small engines—and composite materials—to a new level at Bonneville.

Ben T. Yen weighs in on bridge safety

Lehigh University — 2009-09-22T00:00:00-05:00

The professor emeritus of civil engineering, a noted expert on bridge safety, is interviewed in the Philadelphia Inquirer.

A dose of HPC helps buildings survive earthquakes intact

Lehigh University — 2009-09-15T00:00:00-05:00

Engineers combine high-performance computing and lab experiments to test structures' seismic performance.

Arup SenGupta wins new acclaim for improving global health

Lehigh University — 2009-09-10T00:00:00-05:00

Association of University Technology Managers cites efforts by engineering professor to remove arsenic from groundwater

A monopoly on metallography

Lehigh University — 2009-09-08T00:00:00-05:00

Materials science and engineering students win top prize and undergraduate awards at international competition.

High-performance computing toughens slender sign structures

Lehigh University — 2009-08-31T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh researchers learn to combat wind and fatigue to create safe structures and safer roads.

Computational modeling/optimization conference comes to Lehigh

Lehigh University — 2009-08-31T00:00:00-05:00

MOPTA 2009 brings together theoretical and applied aspects of computational methodologies

Register for Lehigh workshop on trends in computationally-intense research

Lehigh University — 2009-08-25T00:00:00-05:00

"Computational Engineering & Science/HPC: Enabling New Discoveries" set for October 5-6

Lehigh recognized as one of nation's top universities

Lehigh University — 2009-08-20T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh achieved distinction in such key categories as alumni giving, student selectivity, and graduation and retention rate.

Snyder's energy-saving membrane research published in Science

Lehigh University — 2009-08-10T00:00:00-05:00

He is part of a group that includes top researchers from the University of Minnesota, California-Berkeley, Texas A&M, and the University of Illinois.

Graduate student wins international award in bridge engineering

Lehigh University — 2009-08-10T00:00:00-05:00

Nader M. Okasha was recently awarded the 2009 Nevada Medal for Distinguished Graduate Student Paper in Bridge Engineering.

Fritz Lab Centennial: celebrating a legacy of engineering innovation

Lehigh University — 2009-08-07T00:00:00-05:00

Symposia, tours, a hands-on design session and gala reception highlight the October 22-24 event.

Bridge safety goes wireless

Lehigh University — 2009-08-03T00:00:00-05:00

Wireless sensors will enable Lehigh's Shamim Pakzad and his fellow researchers to more accurately monitor the world's bridges.

Large-scale mathematical programming expert joins industrial and systems engineering faculty

Lehigh University — 2009-08-03T00:00:00-05:00

Frank Curtis joins Lehigh from NYU's Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences.

Lehigh engineering grads rank in top 10 nationally for earning potential

Lehigh University — 2009-07-29T00:00:00-05:00

According to the Payscale College Salary Report, Lehigh engineers are tied for seventh in the nation in mid-career median salary.

The joy of a project

Lehigh University — 2009-07-27T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh's CHOICES program encourages middle-school girls to study engineering.

Sutherland recognized for distinguished service in supply chain/logistics

Lehigh University — 2009-07-25T00:00:00-05:00

He will receive the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) 2009 Distinguished Service Award on Sept. 21.

A code without restrictions for the fragile realm of quantum

Lehigh University — 2009-07-19T00:00:00-05:00

Tiffany Jing Li has a three-year, single-investigator award from the National Science Foundation to study quantum error-correction coding.

Corrective codes for network nodes

Lehigh University — 2009-07-14T00:00:00-05:00

Zhiyuan Yan, an assistant professor of electrical and computer engineering, is a pioneer in the field of error control for network coding.

DNA brings carbon nanotubes' promise closer to reality

Lehigh University — 2009-07-12T00:00:00-05:00

A research team—including Lehigh professor Anand Jagota and Lehigh graduate student Suresh Manohar—published its findings in Nature.

Three ATLSS Center researchers honored by American Society of Civil Engineers

Lehigh University — 2009-07-07T00:00:00-05:00

Richard Sause, James Ricles and Larry Fahnestock were recently awarded the 2009 Raymond C. Reese Research Prize.

Supply chain program recognized as one of nation's best

Lehigh University — 2009-06-30T00:00:00-05:00

AMR Research listed Lehigh as one of 19 programs that are best preparing students to manage increasingly global supply chain organizations.

Contending with the 'trinity of troubles'

Lehigh University — 2009-06-29T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh assistant professor Gang Tan has spent the past decade studying software security.

Optics graduate student repeats as international award winner

Lehigh University — 2009-06-23T00:00:00-05:00

The International Society for Optical Engineering again recognized Hongping Zhao for her work with semiconductor materials and LEDs.

Chinese Bridge Project spans disciplines, cultures and history

Lehigh University — 2009-06-22T00:00:00-05:00

A grant from the Henry Luce Foundation will enable Lehigh to expand the study of Chinese language and culture on campus and in China.

Muslim engineer cited by Obama has enduring legacy at Lehigh

Lehigh University — 2009-06-15T00:00:00-05:00

The late Fazlur Rahman Khan received an honorary Lehigh degree in 1980. An endowed chair and lecture series bear his name.

2009 MOPTA conference to be held at Lehigh

Lehigh University — 2009-06-15T00:00:00-05:00

Annual conference to take place Aug. 19-21

Saddle up

Lehigh University — 2009-06-09T00:00:00-05:00

Valentina Baio, who earned her mechanical engineering degree last month, has built a saddle that reduces the load on a horse's back.

Etching art into the blade of a knife

Lehigh University — 2009-06-01T00:00:00-05:00

His bladesmithing mastery has already earned Tom Nizolek '10 one of the world's top prizes in materials science as an undergraduate.

Benkovic '60 earns coveted Benjamin Franklin Medal in Life Science

Lehigh University — 2009-05-26T00:00:00-05:00

The award praised him for "groundbreaking contributions to our mechanistic understanding of enzymes."

China's Ministry of Education to honor Gan's research achievements

Lehigh University — 2009-05-26T00:00:00-05:00

On June 7, he will receive the Chinese Government Award for Outstanding Self-Financed Students Abroad.

Commencement 2009: Sachs tells graduates that 'global and online connections might...be our world's salvation'

Lehigh University — 2009-05-18T00:00:00-05:00

Complete coverage of Lehigh's 141st commencement includes audio of economist Jeffrey Sachs' speech and a photo slideshow.

'They have earned the right to be called doctor'

Lehigh University — 2009-05-17T00:00:00-05:00

The doctoral degree hooding ceremony recognized the achievements of those who are now acknowledged as experts in their fields.

Patrick Farrell named provost and vice president for academic affairs

Lehigh University — 2009-05-14T00:00:00-05:00

The former provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs at the University of Wisconsin-Madison will join Lehigh on July 24.

Diligence vaults optics student to the top

Lehigh University — 2009-05-14T00:00:00-05:00

This summer, Chee-Loon Tan will receive one of the top honors in his new field, the D.J. Lovell Scholarship from SPIE.

Spinel research project earns national recognition for Browne '09

Lehigh University — 2009-05-10T00:00:00-05:00

He won first place in a poster competition at the Mineral, Metals and Materials Society Conference in San Francisco.

ISE student-athlete honored for academic excellence

Lehigh University — 2009-05-05T00:00:00-05:00

Football player Brendan Van Ackeren maintains a 3.48 grade point average as an industrial engineering major at Lehigh.

2009 Tyco/Lehigh Manufacturing Expo: A win-win situation

Lehigh University — 2009-05-01T00:00:00-05:00

The program exposes Lehigh engineering students to the intricacies of manufacturing, while Broughal students learn about engineering.

U.S. News & World Report ranks Lehigh's education and engineering colleges among America's best

Lehigh University — 2009-04-23T00:00:00-05:00

The College of Education is No. 41 and the P.C. Rossin College of Engineering placed No. 42 in the magazine's graduate school rankings.

McGlade '76, '80G extols value of leadership skills

Lehigh University — 2009-04-23T00:00:00-05:00

The President, Chairman and CEO of Air Products told current students that "a good idea is not enough."

Peter C. Rossin's living legacy

Lehigh University — 2009-04-23T00:00:00-05:00

The April 20 event honored engineering students and professors who demonstrate the spirit of departed alumnus.

A tricycle built for H2O

Lehigh University — 2009-04-21T00:00:00-05:00

To help the 1.2 billion people without access to clean water, Adam Mack '06 and four co-workers designed a tricycle that cleans water as one peddles.

Lehigh hosts celebration of research and scholarship

Lehigh University — 2009-04-17T00:00:00-05:00

The daylong academic symposium explored topics ranging from astronomy to the economy.

Zimbabwe's strife, through the eyes of children

Lehigh University — 2009-04-15T00:00:00-05:00

Virginia Nyikadzino '11 coordinated a stirring exhibit in which school children in her native country, Zimbabwe, wrote essays about their lives.

Lehigh's Engineers Without Borders capture coveted prize

Lehigh University — 2009-04-15T00:00:00-05:00

The group's water purification work in a small town in Honduras called Pueblo Nuevo earned a Davis Projects for Peace prize.

New radiation therapy promises relief for overheating laptops

Lehigh University — 2009-04-13T00:00:00-05:00

Slava Rotkin has helped to develop better methods to dissipate the heat that semiconductor electronic circuits generate.

CHOICES: Inspiring new generations of female engineers

Lehigh University — 2009-04-08T00:00:00-05:00

Back again, and this time with a new project, the yearly CHOICES program is once again encouraging middle school girls to study engineering.

Lehigh-Lafayette enters the domain of engineering research

Lehigh University — 2009-04-07T00:00:00-05:00

Top undergraduate engineering researchers from the two rival schools recently faced off for the first time in Lehigh's Packard Lab.

Graduate students recognized for excellence in polymer colloid research

Lehigh University — 2009-04-03T00:00:00-05:00

Oznur Saygý-Arslan, Andrés F. Vargas, Megan B. Casey and Su Jeong Han were honored at the EPI's annual review meeting.

ISE celebrating its 60th year

Lehigh University — 2009-04-03T00:00:00-05:00

Panel discussion, lecture, open house and banquet to recognize department's diamond anniversary

Alumnus receives Canada's most prestigious science award

Lehigh University — 2009-04-02T00:00:00-05:00

Paul Corkum '72 Ph.D. studies attoseconds or a millionth of a millionth of a millionth of a second.

Student's bright, energy-efficient research recognized

Lehigh University — 2009-03-30T00:00:00-05:00

Yik-Khoon Ee, a doctoral candidate, received global honor for research that makes LED lighting brighter, cheaper and less wasteful.

ISE Leadership Lecture Series speakers discuss perseverance and commitment

Lehigh University — 2009-03-19T00:00:00-05:00

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Lehigh's can-do spirit inspires middle school students

Lehigh University — 2009-03-16T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh engineering students showed local middle schoolers that science and engineering can be fun, as well as a great career path.

Umesh K. Mishra '81 named to National Academy of Engineering

Lehigh University — 2009-03-09T00:00:00-05:00

His contributions to the “development of gallium-nitride electronics and other high-speed, high-power semiconductor electronic devices" were cited.

Fusion researchers take top two prizes in national student poster contest

Lehigh University — 2009-03-06T00:00:00-05:00

Chao Xu, Lixiang “Eric” Luo and Yongsheng Ou were recognized at the National Academy of Engineering "Grand Challenges" summit.

Civil engineering senior tees off in 'Links Magazine' design contest

Lehigh University — 2009-03-02T00:00:00-05:00

Doug Wright's winning entry will be used at a golf course set to open this summer.

Lehigh senior recognized for catalysis research

Lehigh University — 2009-03-02T00:00:00-05:00

Chris Keturakis '09 placed second in the undergraduate poster competition at a national ChemE convention.

Gold lights the way to cleaner, safer production of hydrogen peroxide

Lehigh University — 2009-02-19T00:00:00-05:00

Researchers from Lehigh and the UK report a breakthrough in the decades-long effort to produce H2O2 directly from hydrogen and oxygen.

Frangopol to receive ISHMII Fellowship

Lehigh University — 2009-02-17T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh's resident expert in structural reliability, optimization, and life-cycle engineering will be honored by this global organization.

To catch light, and let it go, requires the right tuning

Lehigh University — 2009-02-13T00:00:00-05:00

COT researchers' ability to trap and release light waves will lead to improvements in telecommunication networks and other optical applications.

Celebrating students' 'Eureka!' moments

Lehigh University — 2009-02-12T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh's 2009 entrepreneurship contest awarded an all-time high $27,000 in cash prizes to students.

U.S. Naval Academy speaker calls humility a 'forgotten virtue' of leadership

Lehigh University — 2009-02-09T00:00:00-05:00

The Feb. 5 event addressed the ethics of organizational leadership.

Unlocking the centuries-old secrets of gold-ruby glass

Lehigh University — 2009-02-05T00:00:00-05:00

Ahmed Issa '09, a materials science and engineering major, is working on a project that has connected glass researchers from five continents.

Ooi named a SPIE Fellow

Lehigh University — 2009-02-03T00:00:00-05:00

SPIE is one of the world's premier organizations for scientists and engineers working in optical technologies.

Neti, four other Lehigh researchers receive $1.5 million Department of Energy grant

Lehigh University — 2009-01-27T00:00:00-05:00

They are tackling a major obstacle to the wider use of solar thermal technology—storing the energy that the sun generates.

Chen discusses the global energy challenge

Lehigh University — 2009-01-26T00:00:00-05:00

The professor emeritus of chemical engineering believes that world's energy use will more than double by the year 2050.

ERC takes lead in optimizing China's coal-fired power plants

Lehigh University — 2009-01-12T00:00:00-05:00

A team of ERC engineers has overseen the implementation of Boiler OP at a large coal-fired power plant near Beijing.

Lehigh alumnus recognized by Saudi government for water science ingenuity

Lehigh University — 2009-01-08T00:00:00-05:00

His nanofiltration processing for effective, affordable desalination research won him the Prince Sultan Bin Abdulaziz International Prize for Water.

Broadband semiconductor laser shows potential to rival X-rays

Lehigh University — 2008-12-29T00:00:00-05:00

The small size and low cost of the laser developed at Lehigh could enhance the accuracy of diagnostic techniques.

OTT receives grant from Wall Street West

Lehigh University — 2008-12-18T00:00:00-05:00

The grant will fund the creation of an intellectual property management model designed to benefit entrepreneurship in eastern Pa.

Van Ackeren named to Academic All-Star Team

Lehigh University — 2008-12-18T00:00:00-05:00

The senior football captain maintains a 3.48 GPA as an industrial engineering major at Lehigh.

Visiting lecturer unravels the mysteries of the airline industry

Lehigh University — 2008-12-11T00:00:00-05:00

Spencer C. Schantz Distinguished Lecture Series features Dr. Cynthia Barnhart of MIT

IBE students tame the tigers

Lehigh University — 2008-12-09T00:00:00-05:00

Integrated Business and Engineering seniors presented their year's worth of research developing products for real companies on Dec. 8.

Lehigh wins national award for technology commercialization

Lehigh University — 2008-12-04T00:00:00-05:00

UEDA recognizes local start-up that cleans contaminated groundwater with nanoparticles invented by Wei-xian Zhang

Graduate students rewarded for research excellence in polymer science and engineering

Lehigh University — 2008-12-01T00:00:00-05:00

Megan Casey and Yi-Ling (Ivan) Liang were honored by the Lehigh Valley section of the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE).

Lehigh's IMI supports diversity in materials engineering

Lehigh University — 2008-11-25T00:00:00-05:00

Engineering faculty connects with Tuskegee University for NSF-backed outreach project.

Grad students light the way for sixth-graders

Lehigh University — 2008-11-20T00:00:00-05:00

Seven electrical engineering grad students taught topics in optics to science classes at Springhouse Middle School in Allentown.

Arsenic researchers honored by engineering group in United Kingdom

Lehigh University — 2008-11-19T00:00:00-05:00

Arup SenGupta and his team received the Amabani Award for their arsenic-removal units that purify drinking water in eastern India.

Student chapter of Laser and Electro-Optics Society holds Inaugural Symposium

Lehigh University — 2008-11-14T00:00:00-05:00

Joseph Junio, a Ph.D. candidate in physics, won first place for best presentation.

Lehigh research on display at national convention

Lehigh University — 2008-11-14T00:00:00-05:00

Annual AIChE meeting highlights Lehigh chemical engineers.

Sailing toward the record books

Lehigh University — 2008-11-03T00:00:00-05:00

New student-led club attempts to smash the land-speed record for a wind-powered vehicle.

KIZ garners national economic development award

Lehigh University — 2008-10-31T00:00:00-05:00

The South Bethlehem Keystone Innovation Zone was recognized for the partnership between Lehigh University, the LVEDC and the city of Bethlehem.

Saving energy with censored sensors

Lehigh University — 2008-10-31T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh's Rick Blum is seeking to make sensor networks and radar arrays more energy-efficient.

Professor calls for improved security in 'e-voting' systems

Lehigh University — 2008-10-27T00:00:00-05:00

Lopresti urges Pennsylvania, a swing state in the upcoming Presidential Election, to improve its system of electronic voting technologies

Gary Calabrese '79 elected to National Academy of Engineering

Lehigh University — 2008-10-24T00:00:00-05:00

He is one of two Lehigh alums—the other being James Foley '64—to recently receive this coveted honor.

James Foley '64 named to National Academy of Engineering

Lehigh University — 2008-10-24T00:00:00-05:00

He is one of two Lehigh alums to recently receive this coveted honor, joining Gary Calabrese '79.

ERC researchers featured on NPR

Lehigh University — 2008-10-24T00:00:00-05:00

The radio station spoke to two Lehigh faculty members about clean coal technology.

A SMART engineer focused on national security

Lehigh University — 2008-10-22T00:00:00-05:00

Kimberly Molnar '11 earns prestigious scholarship

Engineering student recognized for research excellence

Lehigh University — 2008-10-20T00:00:00-05:00

Greg Brentrup '08 wins Cooper Scholars Award for bioglass research.

Lehigh STEPS up to global challenges

Lehigh University — 2008-10-16T00:00:00-05:00

President Alice P. Gast said STEPS will address issues such as making solar energy economical and providing access to clean water to everyone.

A new approach to tumor treatment

Lehigh University — 2008-10-15T00:00:00-05:00

Dr. Rakesh Jain of Harvard Medical School discusses cutting-edge cancer research

A distinguished pursuit: More durable replacement joints

Lehigh University — 2008-10-10T00:00:00-05:00

Clare Rimnac, who earned a Ph.D. from Lehigh in 1983, has spent her career studying artificial knee and hip replacements.

Solar Energy Workshop Sponsored by Lehigh IMI

Lehigh University — 2008-10-09T00:00:00-05:00

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Center for Optical Technologies to hold seventh open house Oct. 13-14

Lehigh University — 2008-10-08T00:00:00-05:00

The event will feature presentations by two dozen renowned experts.

Lehigh's Society of Women Engineers prepares for an active semester

Lehigh University — 2008-10-07T00:00:00-05:00

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Office of Technology Transfer scores a funding hat trick

Lehigh University — 2008-10-03T00:00:00-05:00

The office has captured a Keystone Innovation Grant for a third consecutive year.

Lehigh University achieves accreditation success

Lehigh University — 2008-10-01T00:00:00-05:00

The P.C. Rossin College of Engineering and Applied Science also meets the quality standards established by the recognized accreditor in its field.

A homecoming for science

Lehigh University — 2008-09-26T00:00:00-05:00

Nelson Tansu returned home to Indonesia to help motivate Asian students to pursue careers in science and engineering.

Rimnac to receive Distinguished Alumni Award

Lehigh University — 2008-09-24T00:00:00-05:00

The renowned researcher in hip and knee joint replacement also will speak Friday at a materials science and engineering department seminar.

Exhibit celebrates Lehigh's engineering legacy

Lehigh University — 2008-09-23T00:00:00-05:00

Bruce Sinclair, a historian of engineering education and professionalism, will speak at 4 p.m. Thursday to mark the exhibit opening.

Kalnins honored by American Society of Mechanical Engineers

Lehigh University — 2008-09-21T00:00:00-05:00

At the recent 2008 Pressure Vessels and Piping (PVP) Conference, Kalnins received the society's PVP Medal.

Leading mechanics journal dedicates special issue to Fazil Erdogan

Lehigh University — 2008-09-19T00:00:00-05:00

The current issue of the Journal of Applied Mechanics celebrates his life's work.

Rakesh K. Jain to present on cutting-edge tumor treatment

Lehigh University — 2008-09-19T00:00:00-05:00

The lecture will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 24 at 2:30 p.m. in Room B023 in Iacocca Hall.

Called to speed and lightness

Lehigh University — 2008-09-16T00:00:00-05:00

Joachim Grenestedt has found uses for lightweight composite materials in submarine hulls, racing boats and airplane wings.

A green future for scrap iron

Lehigh University — 2008-09-12T00:00:00-05:00

A Lehigh engineering professor joined a project in Shanghai that was the largest in history to use iron in an environmental application.

Kothare chosen for two major awards

Lehigh University — 2008-09-10T00:00:00-05:00

He is part of a research team that received an award through the NSF's Cyber-Enabled Discovery and Innovation initiative.

IDEAS: Lehigh's Renaissance thinkers for the technology era

Lehigh University — 2008-09-09T00:00:00-05:00

New program meshes academic disciplines to match student interests

Scientists peel away the mystery behind gold's catalytic prowess

Lehigh University — 2008-09-08T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh University's scanning transmission microscopes helped expose gold's nanostructure to reveal its lesser known properties.

Lehigh team ready for national ChemE competition

Lehigh University — 2008-09-03T00:00:00-05:00

Students design cars that run on hydrogen and creativity.

Lehigh recognized as one of nation's top universities

Lehigh University — 2008-08-22T00:00:00-05:00

In the most recent rankings, Lehigh scored high in alumni giving, student selectivity, and graduation and retention rate.

New NASA collaboration highlights CHOICES camp

Lehigh University — 2008-08-18T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh breaks new ground in longstanding program to interest young girls in engineering.

Harlow named chair of mechanical engineering and mechanics

Lehigh University — 2008-08-05T00:00:00-05:00

He succeeds Herman Nied, professor of mechanical engineering and mechanics, who had served as department chair since 2002.

A plug for entrepreneurship

Lehigh University — 2008-07-30T00:00:00-05:00

With a new state grant in hand, Lehigh undergraduates incorporate to develop their device to assist the elderly.

New graduate program in structural engineering welcomes inaugural class

Lehigh University — 2008-07-23T00:00:00-05:00

New ERC technology harvests water from coal

Lehigh University — 2008-07-16T00:00:00-05:00

A new technology developed at Lehigh converts a liability into an advantage to help power plants burn coal more efficiently and cleanly.

Groundbreaking for STEPS facility slated for early August

Lehigh University — 2008-07-02T00:00:00-05:00

With an estimated total cost of $62.1 million, the STEPS facility is the largest undertaking of its kind in the school's 143-year history.

Using a grating with a grade, engineers trap a rainbow

Lehigh University — 2008-06-29T00:00:00-05:00

The new structure promises to overcome obstacles that have held up the integration of optical structures with electrical devices.

Energy researchers offer a laser solution to power plants slowed by slagging

Lehigh University — 2008-06-24T00:00:00-05:00

A new optical technology would allow plant operators to make rapid adjustments to prevent costly ash accumulation in boilers.

A beating heart tells its tales to a robust computer model

Lehigh University — 2008-06-17T00:00:00-05:00

Xiaolei Huang writes software programs that enhance the detecting powers of MRI and other medical imaging techniques.

Renowned heart surgeon discusses transplant gains

Lehigh University — 2008-06-12T00:00:00-05:00

At this year's Alumni Reunion College, Dr. William S. Pierce '58 showed how technological advances have improved heart transplant surgery.

Baja team students engineer tough car for tough terrain

Lehigh University — 2008-06-03T00:00:00-05:00

An off-road vehicle built by Lehigh's Baja SAE Team will compete against other schools in Montreal on June 11-14.

Frangopol awarded honorary doctorate

Lehigh University — 2008-05-29T00:00:00-05:00

The University of Liège in Belgium presented him with the academic award earlier this spring.

Studying the mechanics of microneedles

Lehigh University — 2008-05-28T00:00:00-05:00

Steven Henry '09 is seeking a better understanding of the force required to make microneedles penetrate the skin.

Close to the heart

Lehigh University — 2008-05-28T00:00:00-05:00

After studying cells in blood vessels, Meron Mengistu will seek a vaccine against HIV/AIDS, a disease devastating Ethiopia, her home country.

Amelio '79 to Class of 2008: �Move on. Move up.�

Lehigh University — 2008-05-19T00:00:00-05:00

The president and CEO of Lenovo told graduates that a Lehigh education is one of the best tools to succeed in a fast-moving world.

Hooding ceremony celebrates successful doctoral candidates

Lehigh University — 2008-05-16T00:00:00-05:00

Colorful hoods were draped around the necks of 98 graduate students who attained the highest academic degree in their field.

Celebrating the work of scholars-in-training

Lehigh University — 2008-05-08T00:00:00-05:00

A new publication highlights the breadth and excellence of research by Lehigh's graduate students.

Navigating Lehigh's entrepreneurial infrastructure

Lehigh University — 2008-05-07T00:00:00-05:00

New Web site bridges curriculum, research and community partnerships.

Arsenic-removing material wins U.S. patent and moves into marketplace

Lehigh University — 2008-05-06T00:00:00-05:00

ArsenX^np consists of ferric-oxide (iron) nanoparticles dispersed by an anion exchanger throughout a polymer-based bead.

Promoting a �culture of research�

Lehigh University — 2008-05-02T00:00:00-05:00

Sean Kessler '08 was awarded first place in the David and Lorraine Freed Undergraduate Research Symposium on April 16.

Water to row, water to purify, water to study

Lehigh University — 2008-05-01T00:00:00-05:00

Phil Bresnahan's college sport, his current student research, and his future field of study all revolve around water.

Honors Convocation applauds the �brightest of the bright�

Lehigh University — 2008-05-01T00:00:00-05:00

Associate soccer coach praises students' efforts and encourages them to pursue their passions.

Ceremony honors exemplary students

Lehigh University — 2008-04-29T00:00:00-05:00

Awards were given to undergraduates and graduates who demonstrate leadership, character and volunteerism, while achieving academic success.

The living legacy of Peter C. Rossin

Lehigh University — 2008-04-24T00:00:00-05:00

Event honored engineering students and professors who demonstrate the spirit of departed alumnus.

Bethlehem, Pa.: A great place to �live and launch�

Lehigh University — 2008-04-22T00:00:00-05:00

Fortune Small Business magazine recognized Lehigh for helping Bethlehem become a national destination for entrepreneurs and business development.

Expert in �Better, Faster� named ISE department chair

Lehigh University — 2008-04-21T00:00:00-05:00

The appointment of Tamás Terlaky takes effect Aug. 11.

Engineering: A team endeavor

Lehigh University — 2008-04-19T00:00:00-05:00

Area middle-school girls recently visited Lehigh for CHOICES, a program jointly sponsored by Lehigh Engineering and the Society of Women Engineers.

Developing remote technology to benefit remote parts of Peru

Lehigh University — 2008-04-18T00:00:00-05:00

Five Lehigh students are creating wireless technology for Pro Mujer Peru, a highly regarded microfinance institution.

Bridging the �green� LED gap to provide greener lighting

Lehigh University — 2008-04-11T00:00:00-05:00

Nelson Tansu and Volkmar Dierolf recently received a grant to study methods of improving the efficiency of white LEDs.

Nano-cleanup company cited for collaboration

Lehigh University — 2008-04-08T00:00:00-05:00

Wei-xian Zhang, associate professor, and Lehigh's tech-transfer office earn kudos from international technology management organization.

Graduate students recognized for excellence in polymer colloid research

Lehigh University — 2008-04-07T00:00:00-05:00

Megan B. Casey, Jinmo Hong and Lisa M. Spagnola received awards last month.

U.S. News & World Report ranks Lehigh's education and engineering colleges among America's best

Lehigh University — 2008-03-28T00:00:00-05:00

The College of Education is No. 40 and the P.C. Rossin College of Engineering placed No. 42 in the magazine's graduate school rankings.

Buried treasure: Proceed with caution

Lehigh University — 2008-03-25T00:00:00-05:00

Methane hydrates could dramatically boost the world's energy stores, says professor, but they must be harvested with the utmost of care.

New York Times writer recalls his 30 years of covering technology

Lehigh University — 2008-03-21T00:00:00-05:00

John Markoff discussed the link between the 1960s counterculture and the evolution of the personal computer.

An icy plunge to understand importance of sustainable living

Lehigh University — 2008-03-03T00:00:00-05:00

Alan Alex '98 has been selected to attend what may be the world's coolest leadership training program.

Reaching the community with intelligent tutoring

Lehigh University — 2008-02-27T00:00:00-05:00

Glenn Blank oversees two grants that encourage area middle and high school students to pursue IT careers.

Casey tours Lehigh research centers

Lehigh University — 2008-02-25T00:00:00-05:00

U.S. Sen. Bob Casey Jr. got a first-hand look at Lehigh's research efforts in areas ranging from nanotechnology to large structures.

An interest in glass spans cultures, schools

Lehigh University — 2008-02-14T00:00:00-05:00

The molecules in glass are arranged randomly, but nothing was left to chance recently at an international meeting of young glass scientists.

Books abound in Bethlehem

Lehigh University — 2008-02-12T00:00:00-05:00

The Bethlehem and Lehigh communities unite in a book drive that sent 7,000 books to the Philippines.

ERC's Sarunac makes presentations at European energy-related conferences

Lehigh University — 2008-02-07T00:00:00-05:00

He recently spoke at two conferences devoted to emissions monitoring and to cleaner, more efficient use of coal.

Awards honor students' entrepreneurial accomplishments

Lehigh University — 2008-02-05T00:00:00-05:00

The next generation of Lehigh entrepreneurs is finding success early in its careers.

History Channel explores world without humans

Lehigh University — 2008-01-23T00:00:00-05:00

Three Lehigh professors were interviewed for the two-hour show that debuted Jan. 21 and aired again on Feb. 2 at 5 p.m.

Mundhenk and Smith to serve as ombudspersons

Lehigh University — 2008-01-18T00:00:00-05:00

The services offered by the Office of the Ombudpersons are available free to all Lehigh faculty, staff and students.

ATLSS founder John Fisher receives 2007 Beedle Award

Lehigh University — 2007-12-20T00:00:00-05:00

A professor emeritus of civil engineering, Fisher was cited for his innovative research in structural engineering.

A semantic boost for Web users

Lehigh University — 2007-12-14T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh's Jeff Heflin is part of an international effort to improve the “Semantic Web” by integrating ontologies.

Keeler '09 grabs top honors in Thalheimer Student Entrepreneurship Competition

Lehigh University — 2007-12-11T00:00:00-05:00

Previous grand prize winners have launched successful business ventures throughout the Lehigh Valley.

Langer discusses importance of risk-taking in the life of an inventor

Lehigh University — 2007-12-04T00:00:00-05:00

He directs the world's largest biomedical engineering lab, the Langer Lab at MIT.

Amelio '79 to address Class of 2008 at Lehigh's 140th commencement

Lehigh University — 2007-11-29T00:00:00-05:00

The alum, who builds schools in Cambodia while running the computer giant Lenovo, will be May's commencement speaker.

Ooi garners international honor and an NSF contract

Lehigh University — 2007-11-27T00:00:00-05:00

He was recently named a Fellow of the Institute of Physics and three-year NSF grant.

National recognition of KIZ partnership

Lehigh University — 2007-11-19T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh earns nod from the University Economic Development Association for its role in the success of the Southside Bethlehem KIZ.

Ann Murtlow '82 illuminates difficulties to adopting alternative energy

Lehigh University — 2007-11-06T00:00:00-05:00

The president and CEO of Indianapolis Power and Light Company explained how her company is addressing the growing need for alternative energy.

�You are all winners in our book�

Lehigh University — 2007-11-05T00:00:00-05:00

“Little Ben” was one of just four driverless cars to complete the 2007 DARPA Urban Challenge in six hours.

Experts confront energy needs from many academic angles

Lehigh University — 2007-11-05T00:00:00-05:00

Preeminent researchers discussed potential technologies and policy changes that could lead to sustainable energy use.

Ed Levy: �We will have to build more nuclear-power plants�

Lehigh University — 2007-11-02T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh's Energy Research director told an audience at a two-day energy workshop that every electrical generating option will be needed.

Hecht: Free market is �powerful tool� in search for cleaner fuel

Lehigh University — 2007-11-01T00:00:00-05:00

While affirming the need to curb global carbon-dioxide emissions, Bill Hecht '64 cautioned against expecting a sharp decrease in the near future.

Conference focuses on cross-disciplinary approach to sustainable energy

Lehigh University — 2007-10-31T00:00:00-05:00

More than 180 Lehigh faculty, students and experts from all over the U.S. gathered in Iacocca Hall Wednesday, the first day of the conference.

Wachs chosen to receive Olah Award

Lehigh University — 2007-10-30T00:00:00-05:00

He was cited for contributions over the past 30 years to the field of catalysis.

Students handle stress of national competition

Lehigh University — 2007-10-29T00:00:00-05:00

A team of engineering students win the Big Beam Contest with an innovative design.

Yujie Ding receives coveted optics honor

Lehigh University — 2007-10-29T00:00:00-05:00

He has gained world renown in the past 10 years for his research into terahertz radiation.

Cultivating an entrepreneurial ecosystem

Lehigh University — 2007-10-25T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh looks to build a new model for entrepreneurial education that spans all corners of human thought and creativity.

Extreme Entrepreneurs visit Lehigh

Lehigh University — 2007-10-18T00:00:00-05:00

The collegiate tour features young, successful entrepreneurs looking to tell their stories.

Rugby player honored for engineering work

Lehigh University — 2007-10-05T00:00:00-05:00

Emily Szabo '08 was one of 10 students to receive the Donald F. Mildred Topp Othmer National Scholarship Award.

A �sub-nanoscale� leap in reactivity

Lehigh University — 2007-09-30T00:00:00-05:00

Israel Wachs has achieved greater reactivity with tungsten oxide attached to 1-nm particles of titania.

Sarunac helps fuel international coal conference

Lehigh University — 2007-09-28T00:00:00-05:00

Once again, an energy researcher from Lehigh played a lead role at a major international coal conference.

Olsen tells tales of outer space

Lehigh University — 2007-09-25T00:00:00-05:00

The successful businessman-turned-astronaut recently shared his experiences at the Rauch Business Center.

NSF, DARPA see the light on Lehigh's wide bandgap semiconductor research

Lehigh University — 2007-09-24T00:00:00-05:00

A group of Lehigh professors recently secured highly competitive grants to fund their work.

Private space traveler to share his experiences

Lehigh University — 2007-09-16T00:00:00-05:00

Greg Olsen's talk, “My Space Voyage,” will be held Thursday, Sept. 20.

Sause earns major award for bridge girder research

Lehigh University — 2007-09-16T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh's ATLSS team tested and evaluated the shear behavior of corrugated web girders, leading to the development of safe design guidelines.

Daniel E. Smith Jr. '71 named Chairman of Board of Trustees at Lehigh

Lehigh University — 2007-09-10T00:00:00-05:00

William F. Hecht '64 and Dennis E. Singleton III '66 will serve as the board's co-vice chairs.

Bill Amelio '79, CEO of Lenovo: To whom much is given, much is expected

Lehigh University — 2007-09-05T00:00:00-05:00

The first in a series of 10 profiles of Lehigh family members who embody the ideals of the inauguration theme: "Creative Thinking, Common Purpose."

Koch wins IEEE's 2008 Sumner Award

Lehigh University — 2007-09-04T00:00:00-05:00

Criteria for the award include contributions to research, development and application of communications technology.

�Little Ben� shows big promise

Lehigh University — 2007-09-04T00:00:00-05:00

The driverless car continues to advance in a competition to become a ground-combat vehicle for the U.S. military.

Lehigh University places 31st in annual U.S. News & World Report ranking

Lehigh University — 2007-08-22T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh moved up two places in this year's ranking.

Jain's �jellyfish� model earns Otto Schott Research Award

Lehigh University — 2007-07-18T00:00:00-05:00

The 25,000-Euro award, given once every two years, is the world's most valuable prize for glass research.

Where Business and Technology Intersect

Lehigh University — 2007-07-11T00:00:00-05:00

With a focus on the supply chain, the College of Business and Economics introduces its third “integration” case study.

Lehigh's IMI helps create a streaming-video web class about glass

Lehigh University — 2007-06-28T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh joined with five other U.S. colleges to offer a web-based course called Characterization and Structure of Glass.

SenGupta honored for third time in 2007

Lehigh University — 2007-06-26T00:00:00-05:00

He was recently elected a Fellow by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE).

Lehigh Engineering faculty promotions

Lehigh University — 2007-06-07T00:00:00-05:00

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Ph.D. student wins two prestigious awards

Lehigh University — 2007-06-05T00:00:00-05:00

Yang Wang received one award from the Chinese government and the other from SPIE.

Kothare wins 2007 Outstanding Young Researcher Award

Lehigh University — 2007-05-29T00:00:00-05:00

He was recognized for contributions to the literature of chemical engineering computing and systems technology.

Bleris '06G continues groundbreaking work with biocomputers

Lehigh University — 2007-05-29T00:00:00-05:00

These devices can detect the activities of genes, the presence of a mutated gene and other activities occurring inside cells.

Launch-IT exposes area kids to computer science careers

Lehigh University — 2007-05-22T00:00:00-05:00

The goal of the three-year project is to attract minorities and women into IT professions.

Harmer to receive 2008 Sosman Award

Lehigh University — 2007-05-17T00:00:00-05:00

It's given annually to the person judged to have made the most significant contribution in ceramics.

Value chain symposium tackles globalization

Lehigh University — 2007-05-10T00:00:00-05:00

Well-known multinational companies exchanged ideas, explored opportunities to strengthen their supply chains.

A team of engineers from Lehigh and Penn tool up for a �driverless� car challenge

Lehigh University — 2007-05-10T00:00:00-05:00

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Chen gives �Engineers Australia� lecture series

Lehigh University — 2007-05-09T00:00:00-05:00

He called on engineers to come up with technical solutions to modern challenges.

Understanding earthquakes

Lehigh University — 2007-05-02T00:00:00-05:00

An experiment, involving Lehigh and two other universities, will help engineers build more earthquake-resistant structures.

Van Geertruyden is close to major kidney dialysis filter breakthrough

Lehigh University — 2007-04-26T00:00:00-05:00

The new ceramic filter could reduce by 30 minutes to an hour the time required for a dialysis treatment.

Nanotubes inch closer to electronic applications

Lehigh University — 2007-04-15T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh physicists' modeling expertise leads to important step toward large-scale integrated nanotube electronics.

Frangopol to receive coveted ASCE Award

Lehigh University — 2007-04-10T00:00:00-05:00

In May, he'll receive the 2007 Ernest E. Howard Award from the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE).

Grad students tops in region for catalysis research

Lehigh University — 2007-04-09T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh graduate students dominated poster contests at two recent regional catalysis meetings.

Lehigh's engineering graduate program moves ahead in the rankings

Lehigh University — 2007-03-30T00:00:00-05:00

The P.C. Rossin College of Engineering and Applied Science is No. 42 on the 2008 U.S. News “Best Graduate Schools” list.

Hwang makes military applications of MEMs possible

Lehigh University — 2007-03-29T00:00:00-05:00

James Hwang, along with colleagues, overcame two important roadblocks from the use of MEMS in military applications.

EPI cites graduate students for excellence in polymer colloid research

Lehigh University — 2007-03-27T00:00:00-05:00

Li Zhang, Lisa Spagnola and Megan Casey were honored at the EPI's annual review meeting.

Lopresti joins national experts in examining e-voting machines

Lehigh University — 2007-03-27T00:00:00-05:00

He'll work with Rebecca Mercuri as well as Princeton researchers to examine the controversial equipment.

The LEHI Story

Lehigh University — 2007-03-26T00:00:00-05:00

Engineering alums write Lehigh history online.

IPD: Lehigh's next generation of technical entrepreneurs

Lehigh University — 2007-03-23T00:00:00-05:00

A new College of Business and Economics Web site features an audio slideshow and four articles about Lehigh's innovative IPD program.

Schuster and Lehigh are at the forefront of nuclear fusion research

Lehigh University — 2007-03-19T00:00:00-05:00

Schuster recently received a prestigious CAREER Award from the National Science Foundation (NSF).

Designing 'cities in the sky'

Lehigh University — 2007-03-15T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh alum helps carry the legacy of visionary structural engineer Fazlur R. Khan.

Supply chain management program lauded as �a smart choice�

Lehigh University — 2007-03-14T00:00:00-05:00

Inbound Logistics recently chose Lehigh as one of 25 top schools for MBA seekers, professionals and distance learners.

Lehigh engineers help make driving safer for wheelchair users

Lehigh University — 2007-03-07T00:00:00-05:00

New modular system places handicapped operators in standard auto seats and stows their wheelchairs while they drive.

Engineering student research competition sets standard for university research event

Lehigh University — 2007-03-07T00:00:00-05:00

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EcoTech Marine Seeks IPD Partnership ... Again

Lehigh University — 2007-02-28T00:00:00-05:00

Once a successful student team, the brainpower behind EcoTech Marine returns to the program as corporate sponsors.

Molina strikes the proper balance

Lehigh University — 2007-02-27T00:00:00-05:00

An excellent student, Daniela Molina was also a 2006 first-team All-Patriot League striker for the women's soccer team

Fisher will receive prestigious OPAL Award

Lehigh University — 2007-02-27T00:00:00-05:00

He will collect the American Society of Civil Engineers' lifetime achievement award on April 25.

Shallow water yields deep research results

Lehigh University — 2007-02-26T00:00:00-05:00

Donald Rockwell's research team has developed imaging techniques to study flow patterns and vortices in shallow bodies of water.

KIZ program allows entrepreneurs to take �Next STEP�

Lehigh University — 2007-02-22T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh and Southside Bethlehem's KIZ program recently handed out their Next STEP Awards.

Alum Honored by Civil/Environmental Engineering Society

Lehigh University — 2007-02-10T00:00:00-05:00

Anthony Collins named as 2006 Lynn S. Beedle Award recipient

Arsenic-removal system wins NAE award

Lehigh University — 2007-02-02T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh team, led by Arup SenGupta, tackles a well water problem affecting millions in India and Bangladesh.

IPD Fair allows companies access to Lehigh's intellectual power

Lehigh University — 2007-01-29T00:00:00-05:00

Companies came to Lehigh with projects. They'll be matched with Lehigh IPD students equipped to perform them.

ATLSS: World leaders in earthquake engineering research

Lehigh University — 2007-01-25T00:00:00-05:00

In Taiwan, ATLSS researchers discussed new ways of building structures that can better survive earthquakes.

Munoz-Avila captures NSF CAREER award for �Digital Thinking�

Lehigh University — 2007-01-17T00:00:00-05:00

Hector Munoz-Avila's research explores whether computers can be taught to make decisions based upon “experience.”

Media Sciences inks gift to support undergraduate innovators and entrepreneurs

Lehigh University — 2007-01-05T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh alum and entrepreneur creates Undergraduate Engineer Entrepreneur Fund

Spring 2007 Fazlur Rahman Khan Lecture Series

Lehigh University — 2006-12-21T00:00:00-05:00

Honoring a legacy in structural engineering and architecture

El-Aasser recognized by American Chemical Society

Lehigh University — 2006-12-18T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh's provost has been named a fellow by the largest professional organization in the U.S. for chemists and chemical engineers.

Chaudhury elected Fellow of American Physical Society

Lehigh University — 2006-12-08T00:00:00-05:00

The international honor recognizes his pioneering research into adhesion and his ingenious experiments.

Research targets improved treatments for lung disease

Lehigh University — 2006-12-08T00:00:00-05:00

In Lehigh's Respiratory Biomechanics Laboratory, lab experiments and computer simulations are uncovering exciting new findings.

Materials World Network grant funds ferroelectric research

Lehigh University — 2006-11-16T00:00:00-05:00

The grant will help fund international internships for undergraduate students, and travel and research for graduate and post-doctoral students.

Logistics research center announces new associate director

Lehigh University — 2006-11-15T00:00:00-05:00

NSF CELDi research center promotes three-time Lehigh grad

Lehigh research fires up coal conference

Lehigh University — 2006-11-09T00:00:00-05:00

Energy researchers from Lehigh once again took the lead at a major international coal conference.

Renowned chemist compares, contrasts Franklin and Faraday

Lehigh University — 2006-11-02T00:00:00-05:00

Sir John Meurig Thomas spoke at Lehigh as part of the P.C. Rossin College of Engineering and Applied Science's Distinguished Lecture Series.

Lehigh's microscopy prowess recognized from Chicago to Japan

Lehigh University — 2006-10-26T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh researchers took center stage at two recent microscopy conferences that attracted leading scientists from around the world.

Living large in the nano world

Lehigh University — 2006-10-24T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh was the only school to receive National Science Foundation grants in all four categories.

Koel chosen to receive Olah Award

Lehigh University — 2006-10-24T00:00:00-05:00

The award recognizes outstanding research in hydrocarbon and petroleum chemistry.

Exploring new horizons

Lehigh University — 2006-10-20T00:00:00-05:00

Rob Guzzon's time at Lehigh has included pursuits ranging from conducting NASA research to reviving the glee club.

McHugh receives award for paper on polymers

Lehigh University — 2006-10-06T00:00:00-05:00

Bolle receives IEEE leadership award

Lehigh University — 2006-10-06T00:00:00-05:00

Research and collaboration are focus of bioimaging workshop

Lehigh University — 2006-09-26T00:00:00-05:00

More than 90 researchers from top U.S. universities and research institutes will gather at Lehigh Sept. 28-29 for a workshop on bioimaging.

Brian Davison captures 2006 NSF CAREER Award

Lehigh University — 2006-09-08T00:00:00-05:00

Judging a Web site by the company it keeps

RCEAS Hosts Two Lectures from Sir John Thomas

Lehigh University — 2006-09-07T00:00:00-05:00

College Distinguished Lecture Series on October 17, 18

Dan Frangopol Appointed to Khan Chair

Lehigh University — 2006-08-31T00:00:00-05:00

Engineering for the life cycle

Undergraduate Research Symposium Highlights Depth of Lehigh Student Endeavors

Lehigh University — 2006-08-31T00:00:00-05:00

Student researchers reflect Lehigh's integration of teaching and research

Developing composites for lighter, stronger ships

Lehigh University — 2006-08-31T00:00:00-05:00

Web spam's worst enemy

Lehigh University — 2006-06-20T00:00:00-05:00

Professor Brian Davison and doctoral candidate Baoning Wu devised an algorithm to weed out cloaked web sites.

Dimas, Wang continue exciting research in semiconductor photonics

Lehigh University — 2006-06-15T00:00:00-05:00

The researchers are forming a student group to promote networking, technical discussions and lectures on optics topics.

Simens '06 says her Lehigh experience was the best

Lehigh University — 2006-06-06T00:00:00-05:00

Whether conducting groundbreaking research or playing alto sax, Simens completely immersed herself in Lehigh.

Harvey Stenger named Dean of Engineering at SUNY-Buffalo

Lehigh University — 2006-06-05T00:00:00-05:00

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Chan named department chair of materials science and engineering

Lehigh University — 2006-06-01T00:00:00-05:00

She's the first woman in Lehigh's history to be appointed permanent chair of an engineering department.

Perfectly blending art, architecture and engineering

Lehigh University — 2006-05-17T00:00:00-05:00

The collaborative project, involving the department of art and architecture and the college of engineering, was raised on May 19.

Lehigh receives $5 million gift to support endowed scholarships

Lehigh University — 2006-05-17T00:00:00-05:00

Bequest is the largest single gift to financial aid in the Shine Forever campaign.

From telecomm to bone scaffolds, a new role for glass

Lehigh University — 2006-05-16T00:00:00-05:00

Ana Marques is testing the ability to use glass to help regenerate injured human bones.

Sutherland joins Lehigh's Center for Value Chain Research

Lehigh University — 2006-05-16T00:00:00-05:00

He will help to identify potential research opportunities between the center and its corporate partners.

Fisher receives top honor from AISC

Lehigh University — 2006-05-15T00:00:00-05:00

He's the third former Lehigh faculty member to win the Haaijer Award for Excellence in Education.

Lehigh's first bio conference inspires participants to keep eyes on the Prize

Lehigh University — 2006-05-02T00:00:00-05:00

The conference focused on how the university can collaborate with the private sector in bioscience and biotechnology.

New Web resource places faculty experts a click away

Lehigh University — 2006-04-26T00:00:00-05:00

The Lehigh Experts database contains detailed information about faculty research and areas of expertise.

Flinchbaugh '94 addressed outstanding students at Honors Convocation

Lehigh University — 2006-04-24T00:00:00-05:00

Entrepreneur/author Jamie W. Flinchbaugh '94 spoke at the annual gathering on April 23.

Lehigh remembers John Karakash

Lehigh University — 2006-04-10T00:00:00-05:00

The late John Karakash touched the lives of so many during his 60 years at Lehigh. Here are some of their stories.

Ochs captures prestigious Olympus Innovation Award

Lehigh University — 2006-04-04T00:00:00-05:00

The engineering professor earned the annual award recognizing individuals who promote and demonstrate innovative thinking in education.

Undergraduate profile: Brian Gerard '07

Lehigh University — 2006-03-30T00:00:00-05:00

The worldly allure of materials science

Graduate students recognized for polymer research excellence

Lehigh University — 2006-03-29T00:00:00-05:00

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Lehigh Ph.D. candidate Leonidas Bleris to join Harvard genomics institute

Lehigh University — 2006-03-28T00:00:00-05:00

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In memoriam: John Karakash

Lehigh University — 2006-03-28T00:00:00-05:00

The Lehigh community mourns the passing of the former dean of the engineering college, a true “Renaissance man.”

Ph.D. candidates recognized by Catalysis Society of Metropolitan New York

Lehigh University — 2006-03-27T00:00:00-05:00

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Alastair McAulay recognized for technical publication

Lehigh University — 2006-03-27T00:00:00-05:00

Optics researcher commended for journal article

Lehigh, PricewaterhouseCoopers announce new scholars program

Lehigh University — 2006-03-24T00:00:00-05:00

The partnership ensures that top Lehigh students will have internships at the Big Four accounting firm.

Nanotechnology at Lehigh: It's a small world, after all

Lehigh University — 2006-03-14T00:00:00-05:00

Exploring the “next big thing” with the Lehigh Nano team

Yunfeng Zhang: Lehigh's 2006 NSF CAREER Award Recipients, Part II

Lehigh University — 2006-03-13T00:00:00-05:00

Smart structures – and a fully-integrated structural engineering curriculum

Kristen Jellison: Lehigh's 2006 NSF CAREER Award Recipients, Part I

Lehigh University — 2006-03-09T00:00:00-05:00

Improving water quality -- and bridging cultural borders with engineering

In the News: Brown and White on Engineering Adjunct Professor Terry Hart

Lehigh University — 2006-03-03T00:00:00-05:00

Former NASA astronaut and communications industry executive joins Lehigh engineering faculty

ChE students come up big at conference

Lehigh University — 2006-02-16T00:00:00-05:00

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Koch elected to National Academy of Engineering

Lehigh University — 2006-02-16T00:00:00-05:00

The director of Lehigh's Center for Optical Technologies becomes the university's ninth current faculty member to receive the prestigious honor.

Coal ignites opportunity for mechanical engineering undergraduates

Lehigh University — 2006-02-07T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh students enhance their educations by working with regional coal-based energy production providers.

Grad student wins drilling scholarship

Lehigh University — 2006-02-06T00:00:00-05:00

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Prof. John Chen: Energizing ChemE

Lehigh University — 2006-01-31T00:00:00-05:00

Engineering profession must take on its greatest challenge yet – fueling society

Gift will boost student entrepreneurship

Lehigh University — 2006-01-20T00:00:00-05:00

The first winners of the Joan F. and John M. Thalheimer '55 Student Entrepreneurs Competition were announced on Jan. 19.

Awards recognize entrepreneurship and innovation

Lehigh University — 2006-01-20T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh STEPs up to the challenge of promoting job growth and entrepreneurship.

Engineering 5 Goes Intergalactic

Lehigh University — 2006-01-20T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh team helps local school district revolutionize its science and technology education

Faculty, Alumni, and Students in the Spotlight- Part II

Lehigh University — 2006-01-19T00:00:00-05:00

Faculty, Alumni, and Students in the Spotlight- Part I

Lehigh University — 2006-01-17T00:00:00-05:00

Faculty Grants and Awards�Fall 2005

Lehigh University — 2006-01-16T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh Tradition of Excellence Award honors Fritz Lab technicians

Lehigh University — 2006-01-16T00:00:00-05:00

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Jesse Nawrocki '95: Making surgery safer

Lehigh University — 2006-01-16T00:00:00-05:00

New needle technology shifts landscape for surgeons, wins Johnson Medal for engineering alum.

Lehigh's Innovation Boot Camp

Lehigh University — 2006-01-16T00:00:00-05:00

"Engineering 5” prompts first-year students to explore technical know-how and how-to in places you'd never expect

Computer Science & Engineering Distinguished Lecture Series -- Dr. Maria Klawe

Lehigh University — 2006-01-11T00:00:00-05:00

Princeton's Engineering Dean to speak on gender bias in computing

Kiely named �Top 50 in Nano�

Lehigh University — 2006-01-05T00:00:00-05:00

In nanotech, seeing is believing

In memoriam: Ronald Rivlin

Lehigh University — 2005-12-12T00:00:00-05:00

Ronald Rivlin helped establish Lehigh's Center for the Application of Mathematics, and helped found the modern field of finite elasticity.

In the News: Brown and White on IPD Student Entrepreneurs

Lehigh University — 2005-12-08T00:00:00-05:00

Interdisciplinary student team wins competition, looking to transform their idea into a sustainable business model

Lehigh Professor Earns Global Recognition

Lehigh University — 2005-12-06T00:00:00-05:00

Dr. Israel Wachs elected to Polish Academy of Arts and Sciences

Lehigh Students and Faculty Collaborate to Provide Healthier H₂O to Honduran Village

Lehigh University — 2005-12-06T00:00:00-05:00

Crossing national and disciplinary borders to deliver a better quality of life in highlands of Central America

Dr. Martin Harmer on the Power of an Engineering Education from Lehigh

Lehigh University — 2005-12-06T00:00:00-05:00

Preparing students for their futures

In the News: Lehigh helps Industrial Engineer foretell the future of engineering

Lehigh University — 2005-12-06T00:00:00-05:00

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Road to greener chemistry paved with nano-gold

Lehigh University — 2005-11-04T00:00:00-05:00

A Lehigh professor joined British researchers in a breakthrough study involving gold catalysts that could “transform” the chemical industry.

Bartoli: Integrating Optics and ECE

Lehigh University — 2005-11-01T00:00:00-05:00

"It is difficult to overstate the myriad ways in which optics will enable advancement in various research areas, and thus shape the future of many facets of society."

Lehigh's Nelson Tansu: building an optics revolution, one atom at a time

Lehigh University — 2005-11-01T00:00:00-05:00

According to Tansu, he chose semiconductor optoelectronics as his area of research because of its ability to integrate diverse fields of study

Morning Call covers Smith Family Laboratory

Lehigh University — 2005-11-01T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh Valley news source reports on Optics Lab opening

State-of-the-art optical technologies lab opens

Lehigh University — 2005-10-21T00:00:00-05:00

The new Smith Family Laboratory for Optical Technologies was constructed over the past 18 months at a cost of $6 million.

Maxwell G. Lay '64G: Taking Lehigh down under

Lehigh University — 2005-10-19T00:00:00-05:00

For Maxwell G. Lay, the road to success in his native Australia included a life-changing detour to Lehigh.

Optics colloquium set for Thursday

Lehigh University — 2005-10-12T00:00:00-05:00

A leading researcher will discuss potential solutions to the challenges posed by implementation of an all-optical packet router.

Computer Science and Business program leads the way

Lehigh University — 2005-10-10T00:00:00-05:00

The unique program brings together two distinct disciplines to give Lehigh grads a significant edge in the job market.

Kimberly Zubris: Outstanding Chemical Engineering undergraduate

Lehigh University — 2005-10-01T00:00:00-05:00

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Student entrepreneurs�do you have what it takes?

Lehigh University — 2005-10-01T00:00:00-05:00

Innovation – it's what sets Lehigh students apart

AICUP recognizing Lehigh research excellence

Lehigh University — 2005-10-01T00:00:00-05:00

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Viral Tug-of-War to Open Distinguished Lecture Series

Lehigh University — 2005-10-01T00:00:00-05:00

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Message from the Dean (October 2005)

Lehigh University — 2005-10-01T00:00:00-05:00

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A unique approach to waste management

Lehigh University — 2005-09-20T00:00:00-05:00

As a Princeton student, Tom Szaky turned solid waste into profit. He'll explain how Thursday as he kicks off a new Humanities Center lecture series.

Message from the Dean (September 2005)

Lehigh University — 2005-09-01T00:00:00-05:00

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Hartman named ISE chair

Lehigh University — 2005-09-01T00:00:00-05:00

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Haller tapped to head engineering minor

Lehigh University — 2005-09-01T00:00:00-05:00

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Entrepreneurship alive and well at Lehigh

Lehigh University — 2005-09-01T00:00:00-05:00

The Art of the Loft

Multidisciplinary student orchestrates engineering and musical interests

Lehigh University — 2005-09-01T00:00:00-05:00

Restless curiosity compels student to juggle IBE, EE and music comp

Laser focused on the future of Engineering

Lehigh University — 2005-09-01T00:00:00-05:00

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Optimizing a world of uncertainty

Lehigh University — 2005-09-01T00:00:00-05:00

Stochastic optimization is the best bet in a world full of uncertainty

COT scientist wins poster prize

Lehigh University — 2005-09-01T00:00:00-05:00

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Solving the large-scale problem of large-scale problem solving

Lehigh University — 2005-09-01T00:00:00-05:00

Prof. Ralphs finds satisfaction in making optimization accessible

Quantum leap for Quantum Dots

Lehigh University — 2005-09-01T00:00:00-05:00

"III-Vs Review" features Ooi's work in modeling of quantum dots

Energy researchers make strong showing at international coal conference

Lehigh University — 2005-09-01T00:00:00-05:00

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Kothare gives invited talk in Germany

Lehigh University — 2005-09-01T00:00:00-05:00

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An award for purifying India's water

Lehigh University — 2005-08-18T00:00:00-05:00

Professor Arup SenGupta and team have won an international engineering award for removing arsenic from drinking water in West Bengal, India.

Creating value from industrial waste

Lehigh University — 2005-08-18T00:00:00-05:00

Professor Israel Wachs' extensive experience and expertise in chemical engineering land him an award from the Catalysis Club of Philadelphia.

Lennon to become associate dean in 2006

Lehigh University — 2005-08-18T00:00:00-05:00

Professor Jerry Lennon is gearing up to assume his new role of associate dean for undergraduate studies in RCEAS.

Message from the Dean (August 2005)

Lehigh University — 2005-08-01T00:00:00-05:00

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Prof. Wachs receives prestigious award from Philadelphia Catalysis Club

Lehigh University — 2005-08-01T00:00:00-05:00

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Second summer CHOICES camp draws 21 girls

Lehigh University — 2005-08-01T00:00:00-05:00

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Camp creates materials witnesses

Lehigh University — 2005-08-01T00:00:00-05:00

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Luna Xu '07: Volunteer Demonstrates Lehigh's Heart

Lehigh University — 2005-08-01T00:00:00-05:00

Juggling IBE, ChemE and the ER

Prof. Lennon to become associate dean for undergraduate studies in 2006

Lehigh University — 2005-08-01T00:00:00-05:00

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Students earn mini-wings and 15 minutes of fame

Lehigh University — 2005-07-28T00:00:00-05:00

After much fine-tuning and many practice runs, six students on the Lehigh Micro-Arial Vehicle squad have a successful flight in Korea.

Double majors lend luster to student research

Lehigh University — 2005-07-22T00:00:00-05:00

An intellectual bazaar featuring 50 research projects emerged at Lehigh during the first annual Undergraduate Research Symposium.

Bartoli to chair electrical and computer engineering department

Lehigh University — 2005-07-15T00:00:00-05:00

Filbert J. Bartoli comes to Lehigh from the National Science Foundation. He previously worked for 30 years at the Naval Research Laboratory.

NASA, Lehigh to share research and lab facilities

Lehigh University — 2005-07-05T00:00:00-05:00

A recently signed joint agreement will help Lehigh and NASA researchers solve critical materials problems for current and future space flights.

Message from the Dean (July 2005)

Lehigh University — 2005-07-01T00:00:00-05:00

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Mike Bevan '94 studies colloidal interactions

Lehigh University — 2005-07-01T00:00:00-05:00

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George Tamaro '61 M.S. wins Fritz Medal

Lehigh University — 2005-07-01T00:00:00-05:00

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Prof. Ghadiali receives more grants to study lung mechanics

Lehigh University — 2005-07-01T00:00:00-05:00

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A double play in ASM fellowships

Lehigh University — 2005-07-01T00:00:00-05:00

Microscopy School is a perennial attraction

Lehigh University — 2005-07-01T00:00:00-05:00

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RCEAS appoints new marketing director

Lehigh University — 2005-07-01T00:00:00-05:00

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Lehigh leads at catalysis conference

Lehigh University — 2005-07-01T00:00:00-05:00

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Unlimited options for ME summer students

Lehigh University — 2005-07-01T00:00:00-05:00

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Prof. Rotkin co-edits book on nanotubes

Lehigh University — 2005-07-01T00:00:00-05:00

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Kishore recognized as one of nation's top young engineers

Lehigh University — 2005-06-20T00:00:00-05:00

Shalinee Kishore, whose research focuses on wireless networks in rural areas, was honored in a White House ceremony.

Message from the Dean (June 2005)

Lehigh University — 2005-06-05T00:00:00-05:00

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RCEAS media exposure on the rise

Lehigh University — 2005-06-05T00:00:00-05:00

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Bioengineering student, a young father, takes aim at the middle ear infection

Lehigh University — 2005-06-05T00:00:00-05:00

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Seventeenth-century Islamic brassmakers were outpaced European peers, new Ph.D. finds

Lehigh University — 2005-06-05T00:00:00-05:00

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Expo 2005 puts a face on engineering

Lehigh University — 2005-06-05T00:00:00-05:00

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Three R's for a cleaner world

Lehigh University — 2005-06-05T00:00:00-05:00

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Fulbright scholarship will help new EE grad work for advances in biocompatible materials

Lehigh University — 2005-06-05T00:00:00-05:00

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Tiny new control device improves lateral stability of airplane

Lehigh University — 2005-06-05T00:00:00-05:00

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Donation of computer processors will benefit student, faculty researchers

Lehigh University — 2005-06-05T00:00:00-05:00

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Lehigh in top 5 for Nano

Lehigh University — 2005-06-05T00:00:00-05:00

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Pessiki to succeed SenGupta as CEE chair

Lehigh University — 2005-06-05T00:00:00-05:00

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Distance Ed offers a free course to alumni

Lehigh University — 2005-06-05T00:00:00-05:00

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A pioneer in attaseconds steals the show at CLEO

Lehigh University — 2005-06-05T00:00:00-05:00

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New Rossin Fellows a diverse lot

Lehigh University — 2005-06-02T00:00:00-05:00

The eclectic group of Rossin Junior Fellows was recently honored as examples of the endless possibilities offered by an engineering education.

Nanotech expert to discuss integration of biological systems with technology

Lehigh University — 2005-05-19T00:00:00-05:00

Professor Carlo Montemango of UCLA will discuss the development of a room temperature biological supercomputer on Tuesday, May 24.

Message from the Dean (May 2005)

Lehigh University — 2005-05-05T00:00:00-05:00

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In memoriam: Curtis Clump

Lehigh University — 2005-05-05T00:00:00-05:00

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New Rossin Fellows are a diverse lot

Lehigh University — 2005-05-05T00:00:00-05:00

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Undergraduate researchers

Lehigh University — 2005-05-05T00:00:00-05:00

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Undergraduate engineers take top prizes in national science-writing competition

Lehigh University — 2005-05-05T00:00:00-05:00

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One-man improv band rocks in Detroit

Lehigh University — 2005-05-05T00:00:00-05:00

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A zest for research gives this undergraduate an expansive view of the materials world

Lehigh University — 2005-05-05T00:00:00-05:00

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ME grad student invited to Australia

Lehigh University — 2005-05-05T00:00:00-05:00

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RCEAS announces Ingenuity, teaching awards

Lehigh University — 2005-05-05T00:00:00-05:00

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Professors, grad student win recognition

Lehigh University — 2005-05-05T00:00:00-05:00

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Four professors and a graduate student in the P.C. Rossin College of Engineering and Applied Science, have been chosen to receive awards at the annual faculty dinner on May 3.

Lehigh University — 2005-05-05T00:00:00-05:00

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New book aims to excite kids about nanotechnology

Lehigh University — 2005-05-05T00:00:00-05:00

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New alloy verified for safer disposal of spent nuclear energy fuel

Lehigh University — 2005-05-05T00:00:00-05:00

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In memoriam: Curtis Clump, professor of chemical engineering

Lehigh University — 2005-04-27T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh mourns a true Lehigh person: professor of chemical engineering and former associate dean of RCEAS, Curtis Clump.

Female astronaut challenges students to explore Mars

Lehigh University — 2005-04-21T00:00:00-05:00

Pamela Melroy gave a positive view of spaceflight in light of the Columbia tragedy during Lehigh's NASA symposium on April 14.

New alloy may hold key to safer disposal of spent nuclear fuel

Lehigh University — 2005-04-13T00:00:00-05:00

Lehigh researchers may have found the answer to how highly radioactive fuel can be safely transported and stored at a permanent facility.

Message from the Dean (April 2005)