David Bishop Wins Prestigious Prize for His Contributions to Understanding Superfluids
The Head of Boston University’s College of Engineering Division of Materials Science & Engineering is recognized for his landmark thesis research
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How a Neuroscientist Rewired His Brain to Recover from Addiction
Alcohol rewired my brain from within — so I retrained it to crave connection
Recent ENG PhD Helps Develop Highly Sensitive Imaging Technique to Detect Myelin Damage
In a new study from Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine and BU’s College of Engineering, researchers used a special microscope called birefringence microscopy (BRM) paired with an automated deep learning algorithm to reliably count and map myelin damage across whole sections of the brain—something not feasible with other techniques. The ability to […]
Farming the Fundamentals with Savannah Schisler
PhD Student Savannah Schisler measures sustainable thermodynamics through a mechanical lens. by Jack Osmond Savannah Schisler’s path to pursuing her PhD in Mechanical Engineering was far from traditional. She grew up on a farm in Littlestown, Pennsylvania, an experience which nurtured an early interest in sustainability and a desire to understand the fundamentals of the […]
Quantum Research, Getting Warmer
Swan Study Unlocks the Key to Room-Temperature Superfluorescence
Reimagining the Future of Materials Discovery: From Automation to Collaboration
Hariri Faculty Keith Brown (ENG) Leads the Next Evolution of Self-Driving Labs
Mary Dunlop Awarded NIH and NSF Grants
Professor Mary Dunlop (BME) was recently the recipient of two awards, one from NIH and one from NSF. The NIH R01 grant, titled "Cell-to-cell heterogeneity and the emergence of antibiotic resistance," focuses on the initial steps in the emergence of antibiotic resistance, looking at how intrinsic tolerance mechanisms may provide a window of protection that […]
Michael Albro, Ji-Xin Cheng, Selim Ünlü, and Ayşe Coskun Win BU Ignition Awards
Including Michael Albro, Selim Ünlü, Ji-Xin, Cheng, and Ayse Coskun.
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“In light of evolving strategies both University-wide and across federal institutions, it is heartening to share that Photonics Center Faculty were able to secure $36.3MM this year in new grant awards.” – Dr. Thomas Bifano, Center Director
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