Research

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.

New ASU center helps secure the nation

October 18, 2018

The Center for Accelerating Operational Efficiency is creating tools to help the Department of Homeland Security find solutions to airport and border security challenges.

Staying ahead of cyberattacks

October 16, 2018

During National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, ASU's Paulo Shakarian shares how he and other researchers are using cybercriminals' weaknesses against them

ASU collaborates on new dual enrollment pilot program

October 11, 2018

Arizona State University is collaborating with three universities, three education organizations and 70 high schools nationwide to create the first pre-college engineering course.

ASU and Army Research Lab create new alloy with superhero-like strength

October 5, 2018

Researchers from Arizona State University and Army Research Laboratory designed an alloy of copper and tantalum that can withstand extreme impact and heat.

ASU researcher innovates solar energy technology in space

October 2, 2018

Stanislau Herasimenka is developing solar cell technology that is cheaper and more resilient to the harsh environment of space with his startup, Regher Solar.

Fall 2018 Fulton Schools Career Fair

October 1, 2018

Students in the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering looking for jobs and internships met with recruiters over three days at the Fall 2018 Fulton Schools Career Fair.

Sub-zero sustainability

September 27, 2018

A thermal energy systems company, a utility, a grocery chain and ASU engineers are teaming to bring energy- and cost-saving innovations to industrial freezers.

ASU professors share insights on future of engineering

September 20, 2018

Two professors from the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering attend the National Academy of Engineering’s U.S. Frontiers of Engineering symposium.

ASU researcher shifts big data computing into high gear

September 14, 2018

Ming Zhao, an Arizona State University researcher, leads the development of a big data computing infrastructure called GEARS to address today's data challenges.

Gene-editing advance may hold key to groundbreaking medical progress

August 28, 2018

Fulton Schools researchers are expanding the versatility of the gene-editing technology CRISPR in ways that boost its ability to improve human health.

Welcome Class of 2022!

August 20, 2018

The Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering had the pleasure of welcoming more than 3,000 incoming freshmen to our engineering family this semester.