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$9.95M for “smart intersections” across Ann Arbor

$9.95M for “smart intersections” across Ann Arbor

Technology embedded in existing infrastructure will provide data to connected and automated vehicles, bolstering safety.
More responsive COVID-19 wastewater test developed

More responsive COVID-19 wastewater test developed

Measuring RNA from SARS-COV-2 allows for more accurate testing than similar methods.
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Branko Kerkez honored as Arthur F. Thurnau Professor

Branko Kerkez honored as Arthur F. Thurnau Professor

Associate Professor Kerkez is recognized for his ingenuity in undergraduate education.
In Memoriam: Professor Emeritus Richard D. Woods

In Memoriam: Professor Emeritus Richard D. Woods

Woods passed away on January 28, 2021. He was a pioneer in the field of soil dynamics and a member of the U-M CEE community for over fifty years.
Wastewater treatment at one-third the size and cost

Wastewater treatment at one-third the size and cost

Systems featuring a ‘membrane-aerated biofilm reactor’ can also remove more nitrogen from treatment plant discharges.
More efficient testing method could accelerate the deployment of autonomous vehicles

More efficient testing method could accelerate the deployment of autonomous vehicles

A new paper in Nature Communications discusses improvements over current testing methods.
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New Staff: Joyce Kennedy

New Staff: Joyce Kennedy

Kennedy joins the department as an administrative assistant.
Branko Kerkez honored as Arthur F. Thurnau Professor

Branko Kerkez honored as Arthur F. Thurnau Professor

Associate Professor Kerkez is recognized for his ingenuity in undergraduate education.
In Memoriam: Professor Emeritus Richard D. Woods

In Memoriam: Professor Emeritus Richard D. Woods

Woods passed away on January 28, 2021. He was a pioneer in the field of soil dynamics and a member of the U-M CEE community for over fifty years.
Wastewater treatment at one-third the size and cost

Wastewater treatment at one-third the size and cost

Systems featuring a ‘membrane-aerated biofilm reactor’ can also remove more nitrogen from treatment plant discharges.
Bendable concrete and other CO2-infused cement mixes could dramatically cut global emissions

Bendable concrete and other CO2-infused cement mixes could dramatically cut global emissions

In The Conversation, experts break down what’s needed to make CO2 in concrete work on a wide scale to curb global emissions.
Two U-M faculty elected to National Academy of Engineering

Two U-M faculty elected to National Academy of Engineering

With 2021’s additions, U-M now boasts 36 NAE members.
More efficient testing method could accelerate the deployment of autonomous vehicles

More efficient testing method could accelerate the deployment of autonomous vehicles

A new paper in Nature Communications discusses improvements over current testing methods.
Celebrating Black History Month and announcing events

Celebrating Black History Month and announcing events

This message was sent to the CEE community on Monday, February 1, 2021.
Glen Daigger and Nancy Love receive Wesley W. Horner Award from ASCE

Glen Daigger and Nancy Love receive Wesley W. Horner Award from ASCE

Their winning paper explores integrated urban water management systems.
Four staff members receive departmental awards

Four staff members receive departmental awards

The Annual Staff Excellence Award and Extra Mile Awards honor outstanding CEE staff.
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The Hill Tuesday, March 2, 2021

What is bendable concrete, and how can it help fight climate change?

MLive.com Monday, January 11, 2021

$9.95M going to University of Michigan for 20 ‘smart intersections’ in Ann Arbor

WXYZ Thursday, January 7, 2021

20 ‘smart intersections’ coming to Ann Arbor

The New York Times Monday, August 31, 2020

Looking to reopen, colleges become labs for coronavirus tests and tracking apps

Detroit Free Press Friday, August 28, 2020

Fix for Detroit-area’s aging water pipes could include liners, sensors

Interesting Engineering Monday, August 3, 2020

These origami-inspired microbots can execute complicated tasks