They are developing a microchip for work in space that will be used to search for life on other planets as well as for monitoring the health of astronauts.
College of Engineering
Searching for life in the universe
Recognizing our exceptional faculty
Read about the achievements of exceptional faculty members in teaching, research, mentorship and service.
Forecast for snow
U professors to develop more accurate methods of measuring and analyzing mountain snowpack.
The miracle of mucus
U biomedical engineer discovers why the COVID-19 virus is not as transmissable on surfaces as you think.
Expanding collaborative research opportunities
The Idaho National Laboratory and the U signed an agreement allowing collaboration on research and development projects to advance the nation’s energy and security technology.
Four U scientists are 2021 AAAS Fellows
The award dates back to 1874 and often precedes other accolades in long and impactful careers, including the Nobel Prize.
U to launch engineering research internship for high schoolers
Teen students can now conduct research alongside world-renowned engineering scientists.
Ferocious fungus
U engineers discover what makes a tree-killing fungus so hard to put down.
Diagnosing breast cancer
U engineer develops diagnostic tool for breast cancer that can be used more frequently and with younger patients.
Humans of the U: Srabani Karmakar
“Some things, the good and bad, never change wherever you live.”