Energy and Power
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High-fidelity nuclear reactor simulations can require substantial computing power, especially when conditions change over time, but machine learning could make these simulations faster while maintaining accuracy.
A Texas A&M materials science and engineering doctoral candidate is developing next-generation batteries for aerospace applications and teaching the next generation of scientists how to ask better questions along the way.
Texas A&M researchers are developing fish-like swimming nanorobots that could make lithium recovery from seawater more efficient and help strengthen the domestic supply of a critical mineral.
Dr. Debjyoti Banerjee was recognized with the American Society of Mechanical Engineers Heat Transfer Memorial Award for advancing heat transfer research and translating scientific discoveries into patented technologies and startup companies.
The TEES Annual Research Conference showcases how collaboration drives innovation; this year’s winners are advancing disaster resilience, water quality, rural health, cybersecurity, lunar research and energy infrastructure for Texas and beyond.
Jaybelle Pranada attended the Catalyzing Energy Education and Excellence Symposium and proposed a battery that maintains efficiency in extreme environments, like space.
Dr. Xin Chen in Texas A&M’s electrical and computer engineering department earned the prestigious NSF CAREER Award and funding for his work on AI-based control for power grids.
Inside the workshop tackling Texas’ electrical grid challenges
May 13, 2026 • 3 min. readAs large data center demands surge, Texas A&M researchers are creating a multidisciplinary platform where industry leaders, engineers, researchers and students can come together to tackle challenges in Texas’ power grid through collaborative workshops.
A new artificial intelligence tool developed by Texas A&M researchers could support nuclear engineers and operators by providing real-time insights for advanced reactor systems.
The Institute for a Disaster Resilient Texas has developed a tool to monitor power outages in near real-time, benefiting emergency responders and civilians.