In a recent letter to the editor of ACerS Bulletin, Petrina Okrah reflects on her unique perspective as an international student and how early access to mentorship and resources could help passionate scientists discover and realize their potential sooner.
Professor Yayoi Takamura’s lab has been named this year’s winner of the Grand Prize for Lab Safety at UC Davis. Undergraduate Lab Manager Bill Doering was also recognized with this quarter’s Safety Star.
UC Davis Ph.D. candidate Nicole O’Shea is forging new discoveries in ternary metal alloys through a fellowship at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, while also cultivating community on campus and inspiring peers in the collaborative materials science field.
The organization recognizes Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Materials Science and Engineering Subhash Risbud with its highest honor for his prolific contributions to the ceramic and glass fields as a scientist and educator.
Professor Sabyasachi Sen is the next chair of the UC Davis Department of Materials Science and Engineering. A leader in the field of glass science, Sen looks forward to fostering a collaborative research environment and strengthening partnerships across the college and university.
From department building to ceramics breakthroughs, Distinguished Professor Emeritus Subhash Risbud reflects on his decades-long UC Davis legacy in a newly released interview for the Video Records Project.
Fueled by curiosity and guided by mentorship, Megan Hong found her place in sustainable engineering at UC Davis. Her hands-on work in labs and industry sharpened her skills and affirmed her path toward a Ph.D. and meaningful innovation.
UC Davis Ph.D. student Declan Kopper is using high-temperature optical simulations to unlock materials for more efficient photovoltaic energy conversion. His research lights the way for thermophotovoltaic innovation.
Each year, the College of Engineering celebrates outstanding faculty with awards that recognize their dedication to ensuring the future of engineering through teaching and research.
