Dean’s note: Public partners in innovation
04/15/22 — Close collaborations with public partners are key to the success of our research programs, helping us translate results into practical benefit.
With flexibility comes possibility
04/15/22 — Since its opening in 2015, the Jacobs Institute for Design Innovation has provided an interdisciplinary hub for learning — a place where engineers and makers can collaborate at the intersection of design and technology. Thanks to philanthropy and support from the Berkeley Engineering Fund, the institute has grown and enriched its opportunities for hands-on learning. […]
Too good to be true
04/15/22 — A study has found that the use of online databases could introduce bias into AI algorithms developed for medical imaging.
Seeing red
04/15/22 — A study has found a strong association between present-day air pollution levels and historical patterns of redlining.
Making the cut
04/15/22 — A new technique for making wearable sensors replaces photolithography with a $200 vinyl cutter.
Q+A on wastewater testing
04/15/22 — Using a novel method to detect the SARS-CoV-2 virus, researchers worked with public agencies to monitor infection levels in local wastewater samples.
Tracking smoke
04/15/22 — Tests on a smoke forecasting model from the NOAA has allowed researchers to pinpoint areas for improvement.
Farewell
04/15/22 — Obituaries for Berkeley Engineering alumni, faculty and students.
New & noteworthy
04/15/22 — Updates about Berkeley Engineering alumni, faculty and students.
Bakar BioEnginuity Hub opens
04/15/22 — The new facility, located in the former Berkeley Art Museum, equips STEM entrepreneurs with labs, offices and equipment.
Tiny switches
04/15/22 — A high-resolution LiDAR chip that uses MEMS switches may lead to the next generation of powerful, low-cost 3D sensors.
The power of yes
04/15/22 — Master of Design students launch new medical device startup to address ventilator shortages around the world.
Abbeel hosts AI robotics podcast
04/15/22 — EECS professor sits down with top experts and entrepreneurs for “The Robot Brains Podcast.”
EECS PhD student named 2022 Soros fellow
04/14/22 — Dave Epstein joins other immigrants and children of immigrants chosen for “their potential to make significant contributions to the United States.”
Researchers develop innovative 3D-printing technology for glass microstructures
04/14/22 — New system enables faster production, greater optical quality and design flexibility
Examining the effects of chlorinated drinking water on the gut microbiome
04/14/22 — New research shows no negative impact on children's digestive bacteria from chlorinated drinking water
Researchers discover pathway to safer lithium-ion batteries
04/13/22 — New study describes materials that offer stability and high conductivity in solid-state batteries
Engineered crystals could help computers run on less power
04/07/22 — New negative capacitance material reduces energy needed to control advanced silicon transistors
New program looks to diversify next generation of civil and environmental engineers
04/07/22 — Partnership with Oakland schools, civic leaders and local practitioners aims to bolster workforce, improve engineering equity
Berkeley robot learning pioneer Pieter Abbeel wins ACM Prize in Computing
04/06/22 — Award, which comes with $250,000, recognizes computing research and contributions that have fundamental impact and broad implications