Past News
No increase in dust explosion incidents last year, decrease in injuries
February 26, 2025
In 2024, there were nine grain dust explosions in the U.S., causing two injuries but no fatalities, which is consistent with previous years and the 10-year average. While the explosions were of low magnitude, Kingsly Ambrose (ABE) emphasized the importance of preventative maintenance, proper grain storage, and cleanliness to reduce risks, as dust accumulation and equipment malfunctions remain key ignition sources.
No increase in dust explosion incidents last year, decrease in injuries
Guan wins prestigious award from Air Force Office of Scientific Research
February 26, 2025
Congratulations to Shanyue Guan (CMT) on receiving the Air Force Office of Scientific Research's award for members of its Young Investigator Program.
Guan wins prestigious award from Air Force Office of Scientific Research
Manufacturers' 2025 sustainability priorities
February 26, 2025
Manufacturers face a complex challenge in setting sustainability priorities, balancing financial impacts with evolving regulations while navigating technological advancements and industry trends. Though progress is slow, experts like John Sutherland (EEE), emphasize that sustainability efforts require time, much like past industrial revolutions. Despite shifting domestic energy policies, long-term sustainability strategies remain largely unchanged, as businesses prioritize economic resilience and global market competitiveness over short-term political shifts.
Melting glaciers, shifting waters: Unveiling the impact of alpine glacial retreat due to climate change on groundwater and ecosystems
February 26, 2025
A virtual outreach event led by Purdue University researchers explored the impact of glacial meltwater on alpine groundwater systems, bringing together experts from the U.S. and Peru. The event, organized by PhD student Ayobami Oluwadunsin Oladapo and co-organizer Marty Frisbee (EAPS) focused on understanding how meltwater moves through mountain environments, its effects on ecosystems, and implications for water resource management. The collaboration aims to inform policy and conservation strategies for alpine communities, ensuring sustainable water management in a rapidly changing climate.
Melting glaciers, shifting waters: Unveiling the impact of alpine glacial retreat due to climate change on groundwater and ecosystems
Purdue researchers travel to help households, businesses recover from LA wildfires
February 19, 2025
Andrew Whelton (CCE/EEE) has been in the Los Angeles area to assist households and businesses affected by last month's Palisades fire and Eaton fire. His assistance has included collecting data on the community's needs to better inform the response and sharing observations and expertise with local groups leading in the recovery efforts.
Purdue researchers travel to help households, businesses recover from LA wildfires
6 Purdue engineers elected as National Academy of Engineering members
February 19, 2025
Congratulations to Yuehwern Yih (IE) on being elected to in the National Academy of Engineer's class of 2025. She is elected for her contributions to supply chain management systems in humanitarian relief efforts and health care.
6 Purdue engineers elected as National Academy of Engineering members
New Purdue compounds could make conventional personal care products sustainable
February 19, 2025
Researchers Jeffrey Youngblood (MSE/EEE) and Carlos Martinez (MSE) have developed soy-based materials that reduce surface tension in liquids as well as commercial petroleum-based materials. The new materials could make personal care products more sustainable while maintaining product quality.
New Purdue compounds could make conventional personal care products sustainable
Alternate material could cut solar cell costs by more than 75%
February 19, 2025
Letian Dou (CHE) has led a team of researchers to help drive costs down and efficiency up with a new development in solar energy with non-silicon, light-absorbing semiconducting material.
Alternate material could cut solar cell costs by more than 75%
In Print: 'Lean Sustainability'
February 13, 2025
Congratulations Dr. Laux! Chad Laux (CIT) is a member of the ISF Leadership Team and co-leads The Research Community on Sustainable Communities. Dr. Laux was featured in Purdue Today for his award-winning book, "Lean Sustainability: A Pathway to a Circular Economy." The book illustrates an integrated lean and sustainability approach applicable to manufacturing, health care, service and other industries.
Wang reports on new Purdue technologies for producing rare earth and battery elements
February 13, 2025
In her presentation to the Board of Trustees, Linda Wang, the Drs. Norman and Jane Li Professor of Chemical Engineering, highlighted her eco-friendly and economical technologies for producing high-purity rare earth and battery elements from wastes and ores. Her group is collaborating with ReElement Technologies to build a commercial plant in Marion, Indiana, to produce these critical materials. Their effort aims to reduce supply chain risks while enhancing national security and economic prosperity.
Wang reports on new Purdue technologies for producing rare earth and battery elements