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Emotion-Sensing Robot Dog Showcased by Biomedical Engineering Group at AAAS 2026
February 23, 2026
Professor Chung Hyuk Park, alongside graduate students Keuntae Kim and Zannate Malik, shared their four-legged companion trained to sense emotion with a general audience at AAAS.
Connecting Science and Public Policy for Engineering Students
February 23, 2026
Joshua Shapo detailed his experience in the Washington Internship for Students of Engineering program, sharing how it connects engineering and policy and how he is helping other GW students do the same.
Badie Discusses Critical Bridge Vulnerabilities and Funding Challenges in Politico
February 22, 2026
Professor Sameh Badie is featured in Politico explaining why funding gaps and technical hurdles are delaying safety upgrades for 12 at-risk bridges across the U.S.
Alumna Diane Leopold Expands Leadership Across Five Board of Directors
February 20, 2026
GW Engineering alumna Diane Leopold was appointed to CMS Energy's board of directors, making it her fifth board position where she shares her expertise in electrical power utilities.
Clark Scholars Champion Community Fire Safety Through Service on MLK Day
February 19, 2026
As part of GW’s annual MLK Day of Service, nine Clark Scholars supported fire prevention in Southeast D.C. with DC Fire and EMS on January 19.
FCC Appoints Alumna Kimberly Baum as Vice Chair of Advisory Committee
February 18, 2026
Baum will serve as Vice Chair of the FCC's World Radiocommunication Conference Advisory Committee, bringing extensive experience in the satellite industry focused on policy and engineering.
February’s Local Hero: London Faust
February 13, 2026
Each month, we highlight members of GW Engineering's administrative team, whose tireless work keeps our school moving forward. Take the time to meet February’s Local Hero, London Faust!
Alumnus Bill Jessup Named Chief Nuclear Officer at Natura Resources
February 9, 2026
In his new role, William “Bill” Jessup, M.S. '14, will aid Natura Resources in transitioning its nuclear reactor technology from development to deployment.
Computer Science Student Explores Structural Barriers to Health Equity
February 8, 2026
Malchiah Blamon, a senior computer science major, co-authored an article in MedPage Today that argues equity must be built into patient care and highlights how institutional structures hinder this.
Doctoral Student Stephanie Caporaletti to Chair Graduate Program at Johns Hopkins
February 5, 2026
Johns Hopkins University’s Applied Physics Laboratory announced that GW Engineering student Stephanie Caporaletti will chair its online Engineering Management program.
Professor Tian Lan Named Technical Program Co-Chair for International Conference
February 4, 2026
As co-chair, Professor Lan will develop the technical program for IEEE’s International Conference on Computer Communications 2026 alongside NMSU associate dean Jay Misra.
Helveston Skeptical of New U.S. Critical Mineral Stockpile Plan
February 3, 2026
Professor John Helveston is featured in the Global Times explaining why a $12 billion critical mineral stockpile won't easily end U.S. dependence on China.