Dr. Wei Chen accepts an ASME award on a stage under blue lighting, holding an award plaque with another presenter. A podium is visible on the left, and additional award plaques are displayed on a table to the right.

An American Society of Mechanical Engineers honor recognizes research advancing artificial intelligence for computational design at Texas A&M.

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The American Society of Mechanical Engineers recognizes Dr. M. Cynthia Hipwell’s contributions to engineering innovation, nanoscale technologies and the next generation of engineers.

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Texas A&M researchers are working to develop a faster, cost-effective way to identify critical minerals — essential components for everyday technologies.

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Dr. Jodie Lutkenhaus has been named the recipient of the 2026 AIChE Nanoscale Science and Engineering Forum Award for her pioneering research in advancing nanomaterial-based coatings.

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Students examined international distribution, manufacturing and business operations through interactions with industry leaders and universities across France.

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A multidisciplinary team is developing three novel wound treatments that quickly kill larvae while reducing chemical residues, offering ranchers and veterinarians a rapid response tool that current eradication methods cannot provide.

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Dr. Faisal Khan has reached a milestone with the graduation of his 100th Ph.D. student, reflecting a legacy of mentorship that has shaped generations of researchers, educators and industry leaders in safety and risk engineering.

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Researchers develop new technology that could bring specialized medical care to rural patients.

Dr. Ali Erdemir, Gugyeong Sung and Dr. Seungjoo Lee work together in a mechanical engineering laboratory, examining an experimental setup while monitoring data displayed on a nearby computer.

A new study reveals a method to convert difficult-to-recycle polyvinyl chloride waste into lubricants that could improve the efficiency and sustainability of mechanical systems worldwide.

Dr. Rebecca Friesen

Dr. Rebecca Friesen has been selected as a 2026–27 Montague–Center for Teaching Excellence Scholar for her dedication to teaching and enriching students’ learning experiences.