Research

Improving our ability to see in the dark

May 7, 2019

ASU professors will deepen our understanding of materials properties and develop the next generation of low-cost and more sensitive infrared imaging technology with MURI award.

ASU researchers add human ingenuity to automated security tool

May 2, 2019

ASU researchers are working with a multi-university team to combine human and computer strengths in a collaborative approach to cybersecurity.

Essential Reading: Books to light your path to the future

May 1, 2019

Fulton Schools faculty and staff members recommend books to provide insights and inspiration to guide students on their way forward.

Coming Soon: A Shortage of Engineers

April 9, 2019

The Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering are constantly thinking about how to address this challenge in a comprehensive way,

MURI award brings ASU to the forefront of emergent computing

April 8, 2019

Professor Andrea Richa is part of a multidisciplinary team set to make fundamental research advances into emergent behavior in a DOD MURI award project.

Harnessing the power of solar to enhance the electric grid

April 3, 2019

Professor Raja Ayyanar will lead a $3.6 million project from the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Energy Technologies Office to enhance power system resilience.

Engineering success: It’s all in the mind(set)

March 6, 2019

Kern Family Foundation grant helps Arizona State University faculty teach students how to better create value in their communities and society.

ASU driving advances in metal additive manufacturing

February 28, 2019

ASU engineering researchers will pursue advances in additive manufacturing post-processing techniques with a $1 million award from America Makes.

Father and son duo create a legacy of scholarships at ASU

February 25, 2019

A father and son duo at Desert Star Construction were inspired to invest in the next generation of construction professionals through scholarships at ASU.

STEM designation is step up for construction management program

February 20, 2019

ASU construction management graduates will earn degrees in what is now an officially designated STEM program, reflecting the increasing integration of science, technology, engineering and math education into the curriculum.

New master’s program focuses on robotics, autonomous systems

February 19, 2019

ASU unveils a new master’s program in robotics and autonomous systems to teach students how to design, build and control intelligent machines.

Reinforcement learning expedites ‘tuning’ of robotic prosthetics

January 17, 2019

Researchers have developed an intelligent system for “tuning” powered prosthetic knees, allowing patients to walk comfortably in minutes rather than hours.

ASU engineering ranks in U.S. News’ top 10 best online programs

January 15, 2019

Innovative technology and award-winning faculty propel Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering to #9 among online graduate engineering programs nationwide.

ASU engineers break solar cell record

December 18, 2018

Arizona State University researchers are finding more efficient ways to harness the sun’s energy through tandem solar cells.

ASU engineers to increase nation’s energy independence

December 12, 2018

U.S. Department of Energy support will enable Fulton Schools researchers to improve the reliability and efficiency of electrical power distribution systems.

ASU 3D printing lab creates opportunity for plastic recycling

November 13, 2018

Fulton Schools staff and students built a tool to recycle 3D printer plastic and make their lab more sustainable.

Burrowing sensor robots could unearth nature’s subterranean secrets

November 6, 2018

ASU engineers will use bio-inspired robots to chart a course for the next generation of underground wireless sensing networks.

When engineering gets eerie

October 30, 2018

Progress in science and engineering isn’t without its pitfalls. Labs can feel like they’re working against their inhabitants, student projects take odd twists and turns, career paths are all but smooth and the route to success is perilous.