- Invention improves ‘gene gun,’ targets efficiency gains in plant research
Engineers and plant scientists worked together to improve a basic tool of plant research.
- Engineering history: Iowa State collaboration caps off historic farm State Fair exhibit
The Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering embraced the challenge when alumni from the Iowa Barn Foundation had a vision for a 1910 glazed tile silo to appear at the Iowa State Fair.
- Wyatt Curtis lifts-off from undergraduate research to doctoral innovation
Wyatt appreciates the flexibility and the competitive but collaborative culture on campus that made his path possible; “I’m definitely proud to say that I got my engineering degree at Iowa State.”
- 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”
- Graduate student Metrid Okumu is advancing the future of hypersonic speed analysis
Graduate student Metrid Okumu and her research team are finding ways to analyze data from aircraft moving faster than the speed of sound.
- 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.
- Six graduates recognized with AerE department honors
Six graduates recognized with AerE department honors
- Seth Zoppelt receives NSF Graduate Fellowship
Department of Aerospace Engineering graduate student Seth Zoppelt has received a National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship.
- AerE advisor Andrew Albaugh receives learning community award
The award recognizes Albaugh for outstanding early career contributions to learning communities.
- Engineering students shape future of origami drone design
A team of IE 4350X: Engineering Problem Solving for Defense students worked this semester in a class taught by IMSE associate professor Cameron MacKenzie with specific focus on origami drones, a unique design featuring folding & shape shifting in the wings.
- Matt Frank named C.G. “Turk” and Joyce A. Therkildsen Department Chair of Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering
Matthew C. Frank has been named the C.G. “Turk” and Joyce A. Therkildsen Department Chair of Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering at Iowa State University. Frank’s appointment begins July 1.
- 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.”
