- Charred chunks in the blast box: reducing risk of battery fires, explosions
Todd Kingston, with the help of a federal grant, has equipped his lab with a unique instrument that allows him to test battery safety and performance. Yes, he said, “This allows us to safely blow up batteries.”
- Alexander Goldman: Stretching for new, better metal
Alexander Goldman hopes by adding just the right elements to magnesium he can make a lighter and stronger, more malleable metal option for manufacturing.
- From learner to leader: Honing mechanical engineering skills through hands-on work in Boyd Lab
Colin Livesay’s job in the Boyd Lab has provided “the enjoyment of working with your hands and seeing a project through.”
- Geogrids for gravel roads strengthen Iowa’s rural transportation infrastructure
“My goal is to develop sustainable and resilient transportation infrastructure by using waste materials, helping conserve natural resources for future generations”
- Maedeh Ahmadipour: ‘As an engineer, I’m interested in making the world a safer and smarter place’
Maedeh Ahmadipour, mechanical engineering graduate student, grew up in a family of educators.
“My grandpa was a high school mathematics and physics teacher and inspired me to pursue engineering,” says Maedeh.
- 13 outstanding seniors reflect on their Cyclone Engineering experience
The Iowa State University College of Engineering is proud to present the spring 2025 outstanding seniors.
- Christopher Martin: Outstanding senior in materials engineering
“Some of the greatest problems facing humanity come down to material problems, and it is a rich and challenging field.”
- Joseph Krejchi: Outstanding senior in cyber security engineering
“The best part of being a Cyclone Engineer is receiving all the opportunities that come from a large university while also having a small community feel within your major.”
- Matthew Greer: Outstanding senior in aerospace engineering
“They say to shoot for the stars — it’s an aerospace engineer’s job to get you there.”
- Cynnava McAvoy: Outstanding senior in biological systems engineering
“Ecological engineering bridges the gap between humans and the environment, and I want to demonstrate just how powerful that connection can be.”
- Sarah Stewart: Outstanding senior in mechanical engineering
“As an engineer, I want to use my passion for science and math to drive the innovations and advancements that will allow us to better explore, understand, and improve our world.”
- Michael Britten: Outstanding senior in construction engineering
“I’m a simple man, I like being able to drive by a nice looking or impressive building and think, “I helped build that.”
- Allison Hubbell: Outstanding senior in industrial engineering
“When you think about college, it’s easy to focus on the obvious things — classes, dorms, sports teams. And while those are part of the experience, the real promise of Iowa State is something deeper: it’s the opportunities that help you grow into the person and professional you want to become.”
