2026

Aug 04

EPP faculty honored with College of Engineering awards Opens in new window

Distinguished Engineering and Public Policy professors receive College of Engineering awards.

Jul 29

How cities can prepare for a rise in AV commuters

As an age of autonomous vehicle commuting dawns, a recent study from the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering examines the costs and benefits to drivers and urban areas.

Jul 22

Improving PFAS water treatment through AI-supported engineering design Opens in new window

CMU researchers are collaborating with industry partners to help water utilities move more quickly from design concept to engineered systems and deployable infrastructure.

Jul 15

Lowry named head of Civil and Environmental Engineering Opens in new window

Gregory Lowry has been named Department Head of Civil and Environmental Engineering.

Jun 17

Engineering faculty awarded professorships and fellowships Opens in new window

Carnegie Mellon University has awarded professorships and fellowships to six exceptional faculty members in the College of Engineering.

Jun 12

Fakhreddine, Grande Gutierrez, and Srimani receive NSF CAREER awards Opens in new window

Sarah Fakhreddine, Noelia Grande Gutiérrez, and Tathagata Srimani were awarded the NSF’s prestigious Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) Award.

Jun 11

Smarter systems, faster response, safer roads

CMU researchers are helping PA’s Westmoreland County modernize traffic incident management using an AI-powered system that delivers faster alerts, clearer situational awareness, and improved safety for first responders and drivers alike.

Jun 08

Presidential and graduate fellowships announced Opens in new window

College of Engineering students have been awarded fellowships for the 2025–2026 academic year.

Jun 03

AI-rside efficiency Opens in new window

Researchers apply a new AI-enabled approach to optimize airport safety and efficiency. The study, tested at LAX, reveals significant reductions in taxiway conflicts, fuel consumption, and hourly throughput.

May 20

CEE faculty receive PITA grants supporting infrastructure and mobility research

Six faculty members from the Carnegie Mellon University Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering have received grants from the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Technology Alliance (PITA) to support innovative research addressing transportation systems, urban livability, infrastructure resilience, and data-driven technologies.

May 13

Pedal Power: How two engineering Ph.D.s founded the Tartan Bike Project Opens in new window

Civil and Environmental Engineering doctoral candidates Kenedy Sánchez and Hosea Santiago-Cruz created a new student-led service on campus, fostering community, connection, and confidence for CMU cyclists.

May 11

Green infrastructure for Pittsburgh and beyond Opens in new window

Civil and environmental engineering researchers are partnering with local communities across Allegheny County to develop practical strategies for deploying green infrastructure and strengthening the region’s resilience against extreme weather.

Read more news in the latest edition of our magazine, CEE Insights.

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Engineering faculty awarded for academic and research achievements

The 2026 Engineering faculty award winners have been selected by the Engineering Faculty Awards and Recognition Committee for their exceptional achievements in academics and research. Award winners include Katherine Flanigan, Tzahi Cohen-Karni, Peter Adams, Noelia Grande Gutiérrez, Patrick Tague, Valerie Karplus, Chris Pistorius, Kaushik Dayal, Kathryn Whitehead, and Keith Cook.

The Conversation

Nock publishes piece on dangers of high indoor temperatures

CEE/EPP’s Destenie Nock published an article in The Conversation on why the recommended 78-degree air conditioner setting may not be right for every household.

USA Today

Nock quoted on air conditioning inequities during heat wave

CEE/EPP’s Destenie Nock was quoted in USA Today on how low-income U.S. households tend to set their thermostats higher in the summer, highlighting how dangerous this cost-saving measure can be during a heat wave.

CNN

Samaras provides insight into Nashville Zoo’s conflict with a data center

Scott Institute Director Costa Samaras sheds light on the conflict between the Nashville Zoo and DC BLOX’s proposed data center just outside the zoo’s limits.

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