Past News
Student Impact Award
March 5, 2025
Congratulations to Amanda Deering (Food Sci) on receiving the Student Impact Award last week in recognition for her leadership of the Women in Agriculture Learning Community.
3D tree reconstruction algorithm contributes to a new era of urban planning
March 5, 2025
Songlin Fei (FNR) and additional Purdue researchers are featured in this article discussing a new algorithm for tree reconstruction developed at Purdue to see how the trees will shade an area or learn what a tree will look like in 20 years.
3D tree reconstruction algorithm contributes to a new era of urban planning
Air inside your home may be more polluted than outside due to everyday chemical products
February 26, 2025
In the recent episode of the This Is Purdue podcast Nusrat Jung (CCE) and Brandon Boor (CCE) discuss understanding why indoor air quality research is vital to improving human well-being and how our buildings play a critical role. As well as learn about the first-of-its-kind zero-Energy Design Guidance for Engineers (zEDGE) tiny house lab, where they’re utilizing advanced sensor technology to connect their critical air quality research to the real world.
Air inside your home may be more polluted than outside due to everyday chemical products
How mosquitos hear may inspire new ways to detect natural disasters
February 26, 2025
Purdue researchers Ximena Bernal (BIO) and Pablo Zavattieri (CE) are studying mosquito antennae to develop advanced acoustic sensors that could improve disaster detection, such as earthquakes and tsunamis. By analyzing the unique structural features of these antennae, the team aims to create bio-inspired sensors with applications in noise-canceling materials and urban disaster response systems.
How mosquitos hear may inspire new ways to detect natural disasters
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