The Trend in
ENGINEERING
Spring 2025 Edition
Engineering heart health
A collaborative cohort of UW Engineering researchers is helping unlock the mysteries of the human heart at the Institute for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine.
Precision at the smallest scale
Step inside the Washington Nanofabrication Facility, where tiny tech is transforming research in quantum, chips, medicine and more.
Introducing stacked master’s degrees
The College of Engineering’s innovative new graduate degree programs provide working engineers the customizable building blocks to grow and thrive as industries evolve and careers cross disciplines.
Immaculate consumption
Juming Tang is developing a revolutionary method of processing foods that uses microwaves to control pathogens, extend shelf life and preserve their natural taste, texture and nutrition.
Restoring marine ecosystems
UW Global Innovation Exchange (GIX) students have developed an AI-powered underwater robot to better track sea star and urchin populations critical to maintaining healthy ocean ecosystems.
Turning coffee into printable plastics
Human centered design and engineering researchers are 3D printing a compostable alternative to polystyrene and Styrofoam using coffee grounds and Reishi mushroom spores.
Assisted eating, on the go
Researchers in the Paul G. Allen School of Computer Science & Engineering are testing their assistive-feeding robot — designed to help people who can’t eat on their own — in real-world settings.
Killing cancer cells, precisely
Researchers in materials science and engineering and radiology are designing targeted therapeutics that can kill cancer cells and restore healthy tissue.
The 2025 Diamond Awards
The College of Engineering has honored four alumni — Mekonnen Kassa, Gabriel P. López, Paul Mikesell and Donna M. Sakson — with 2025 Diamond Awards for their outstanding achievements and contributions.
