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ME Seminar: Ximin He, UCLA

We are pleased to welcome Ximin He, Associate Professor at the University of California, Los Angeles, for an ME seminar. Seminar title: Bio-like Soft Materials with Life-like Intelligence About the talk: From the cellular level up to the body system level, living organisms present elegant designs to realize the desirable structures, properties and functions. For example, tendons and muscles are tough but soft, owing to highly complex hierarchical structures rarely found in synthetic materials. Our neuromuscular system enables our motion sensing and response with built-in feedback control, presenting superior intelligence also lacking in manmade systems. Gels, as a class of liquid-laden crosslinked polymer networks, not only have tissue-like water-rich porous networks and can also change their volume and physical properties in response to environmental cues. At UCLA He lab, we exploit fundamental material processing-structure-property-function studies of hydrogels and their derivatives, to create (i)… Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Mechanical Engineering Building (MEB). Campus room: MEB 238. Accessibility Contact: Na Eun Kim. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Tuesday, April 23, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

UW Solar Decathlon x ASHRAE Event: Sustainable Solutions Month

ASHRAE (American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers) is a global society advancing human well-being through sustainable technology for the built environment. As a student branch member, you'll have the opportunity to engage in a myriad of activities that will enrich your educational experience and prepare you for a successful career in HVAC&R engineering. Are you interested in: - HVAC Systems, - High Performance Buildings, - Building Energy Audits, - Retrofit Projects, - Social Networking, - Career Opportunities, - Professional Development, - Free Food, Then you should come to our event on April 25th from 6 - 7:30 p.m. This event promises an evening filled with engaging presentations, networking opportunities, and FREE FOOD. Don't miss out on the chance to learn about innovative sustainable solutions and connect with like-minded individuals. We look forward to seeing you there! Our website: https://uwsashrae.org/, ASHRAE Website: https://www.ashrae.org/. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Student Union Building (HUB). Campus room: HUB 334. Accessibility Contact: uws.ashrae@gmail.com. Event Types: Student Activities. Information Sessions. Thursday, April 25, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.

Academic Job Preparation Panel

Name of event: Academic Job Preparation Panel Date & Time: April 26th 11 am to 12 pm Location: EE Room 269 RSVP: https://forms.gle/HJJEsz5ivrBSeTrB9 Food: lunch will be provided at noon in 2nd floor atrium (after the panel event) Panelist: Dr. Sam Burden; Dr. Serena Eley; Dr. Rania Hussein; Dr. Joshua Smith Event description: Are you pondering your future career path in academia? Wondering if pursuing a faculty position is the right choice for you? This event is for you, which aims to help PhD students better address whether a faculty job is a good fit and when/how to prepare for applications. We are inviting you to a panel discussion featuring four of ECE faculty members and hosted by fellow ECE graduate students. Sign up now to lock you spot! Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Electrical and Computer Engineering Building (ECE). Campus room: EE Room 269. Accessibility Contact: grad@ece.uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Lectures/Seminars. Information Sessions. Event sponsors: Electrical and Computer Engineering. Target Audience: PhD Students. Friday, April 26, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

PhD Qualifying Examination: Mackenzie Pitts

Committee Members: Kat Steele | Faculty Advisor | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Nathan Sniadecki | Departmental Representative | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Steve Brunton | Committee Member | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Cristine Agresta | Committee Member | Department of Rehabilitation Medicine. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Mackenzie Pitts. Event Types: Academics. Wednesday, May 1, 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.

Engineering Discovery Days

Engineering Discovery Days is Back, May 2 and 3, 2024 At Engineering Discovery Days, students and faculty from all UW engineering departments share their work with students, teachers, families and the community. Both days are oriented toward 4th through 8th grade students and feature hands-on activities that demonstrate the exciting work of engineers. We hope you will join us for hands-on fun and learning. The two-day event is free and open to everyone. Registration is required for all who plan to participate. Please visit the Discovery Days page to learn more and to be notified when registration opens. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Rainier Vista (LNDMK-3). Accessibility Contact: Please contact Disability Services Office (DSO), dso@uw.edu, if you have questions on accommodations. Event Types: Exhibits. Special Events. Event sponsors: UW College of Engineering. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/uwdiscoverydays. Thursday, May 2, 2024, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. For more info visit www.engr.washington.edu.

Engineering Discovery Days

Engineering Discovery Days is Back, May 2 and 3, 2024 At Engineering Discovery Days, students and faculty from all UW engineering departments share their work with students, teachers, families and the community. Both days are oriented toward 4th through 8th grade students and feature hands-on activities that demonstrate the exciting work of engineers. We hope you will join us for hands-on fun and learning. The two-day event is free and open to everyone. Registration is required for all who plan to participate. Please visit the Discovery Days page to learn more and to be notified when registration opens. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Rainier Vista (LNDMK-3). Accessibility Contact: Please contact Disability Services Office (DSO), dso@uw.edu, if you have questions on accommodations. Event Types: Exhibits. Special Events. Event sponsors: UW College of Engineering. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/uwdiscoverydays. Friday, May 3, 2024, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. For more info visit www.engr.washington.edu.

PhD Qualifying Examination: Nicholas Zolman

Committee members: Steve Brunton| Faculty Co-Advisor | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Nathan Kutz |Faculty Co-Advisor | Department of Applied Mathematics , Santosh Devasia | Departmental Representative | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Krithika Manohar| Committee Member | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Amir Taghvaei | Committee Member | Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Nick Zolman. Event Types: Academics. Monday, May 6, 2024, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM.

PhD Final Examination: Angela Straccia

Dissertation Title: Computational fluid dynamics modeling of hemodynamics in the Circle of Willis during vasospasm and in the left ventricle in the presence of a left ventricular assist device, Supervisory Committee: Alberto Aliseda | Committee Chair| Department of Mechanical Engineering , Dana Dabiri |GSR| Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics , Juan Carlos del Alamo | Committee Member | Department of Mechanical Engineering , James Riley |Committee Member | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Ayo Olanrewaju | Committee Member | Department of Bioengineering , Florence Sheehan | Committee Member | Department of Bioengineering. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Angela Straccia. Event Types: Academics. Tuesday, May 7, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.

ME Seminar: Changliu Liu, Carnegie Mellon University

Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Mechanical Engineering Building (MEB). Campus room: MEB 238. Accessibility Contact: Na Eun Kim, nkim95@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Tuesday, May 7, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

PhD Qualifying Examination: Rui Wang

Committee members: Jonathan Liu| Faculty Advisor | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Mehmet Kurt | Departmental Representative | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Feini (Sylvia) Qu | Committee Member | Department of Mechanical Engineering , David Beck | Committee Member | Department of Chemical Engineering. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Rui Wang. Event Types: Academics. Wednesday, May 8, 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.

Women in Mechanical Engineering Panel Q&A

On May 8, a panel of ME alumni will speak on the topic of "Women in Mechanical Engineering." The panel Q&A will be followed by a casual mixer with other students, advisors, faculty and alumni. Conversation surrounding topics of culture and perception of women in engineering, discovery and exploration of the major, and opportunities within ME are encouraged. Refreshments will be served. The event is open to all majors and years. Please RSVP here. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Student Union Building (HUB). Campus room: 334. Accessibility Contact: Na Eun Kim, nkim95@uw.edu. Event Types: Diversity Equity Inclusion. Lectures/Seminars. Wednesday, May 8, 2024, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM.

DEI Community Conversation: Imposter Syndrome

Imposter syndrome, a psychological phenomenon characterized by persistent feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt despite evident success, permeates the College of Engineering, impacting staff, students, and faculty alike. Within this rigorous academic environment, where competence and innovation are paramount, individuals may grapple with a pervasive fear of being exposed as fraudulent or incompetent despite evidence to the contrary. Students may feel overwhelmed by the perceived intelligence of their peers, while faculty members might wrestle with feelings of “impostorism” amidst the pressure to maintain expertise in rapidly evolving fields. Imposter syndrome can hinder academic and professional growth, leading to heightened stress, decreased confidence, and diminished performance. As we discuss this issue, it's imperative to cultivate a community where individuals can openly acknowledge their struggles, challenge unrealistic standards, and foster resilience in the face of self-doubt. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/98240294204. Accessibility Contact: Corey Clay. Event Types: Diversity Equity Inclusion. Lectures/Seminars. Thursday, May 9, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

PhD Qualifying Examination: Lijun Zhou

Committee members: Mohammad Malakooti | Faculty Advisor | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Nathan Sniadecki | Departmental Representative | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Krithika Manohar| Committee Member | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Shijing Sun | Committee Member | Department of Mechanical Engineering. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Lijun Zhou. Event Types: Academics. Friday, May 10, 2024, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM.

CoE Diamond Awards

The Diamond Awards honors outstanding alumni and friends who have made significant contributions to the field of engineering. Please visit the link below to learn about this year's honorees. Event interval: Accessibility Contact: UW Disability Office, email: dso@uw.edu. Event Types: Ceremonies. Special Events. Event sponsors: College of Engineering. Friday, May 10, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. For more info visit www.engr.washington.edu.

UW ECE Graduate Virtual Info Session - Spring 2024

Are you an Engineering, Math or Physical Sciences student interested in graduate school in electrical and computer engineering? If so, please join us to learn more about the daytime MSEE and Ph.D. in ECE programs. Current advisers will be available to answer questions. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIpduuhqzMoGN3Q9Into7DktoNCzfb03As4#/registration. Accessibility Contact: grad@ece.uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Target Audience: Public, Prospective MS & PhD Graduates, STEM. Tuesday, May 14, 2024, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. For more info visit www.ece.uw.edu.

UW ECE Graduate Virtual Info Session - Spring 2024

Are you an Engineering, Math or Physical Sciences student interested in graduate school in electrical and computer engineering? If so, please join us to learn more about the daytime MSEE and Ph.D. in ECE programs. Current advisers will be available to answer questions. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIqc-mqrDoiH92u-qkd8rj8-G2yahwct86e. Accessibility Contact: grad@ece.uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Target Audience: Public, Prospective MS & PhD Graduates, STEM. Tuesday, May 14, 2024, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM. For more info visit www.ece.uw.edu.

PhD Qualifying Examination: Bahetihazi (Stephen) Maidu

Committee members: Juan Carlos del Alamo | Faculty Advisor | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Krithika Manohar | Departmental Representative | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Alberto Aliseda | Committee Member | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Michelle DiBenedetto| Committee Member | Department of Mechanical Engineering. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Stephen Maidu. Event Types: Academics. Thursday, May 16, 2024, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM.

PhD Qualifying Examination: Amitha Rani Mulastham

Committee Members: Jonathan Liu| Faculty Advisor | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Mehmet Kurt | Departmental Representative | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Feini (Sylvia) Qu | Committee Member | Department of Mechanical Engineering , David Beck | Committee Member | Department of Chemical Engineering. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Amitha Rani. Event Types: Academics. Thursday, May 16, 2024, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.

PhD Qualifying Examination: Mohamed Safwat

Committee Members: Santosh Devasia | Faculty Advisor | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Junlan Wang | Departmental Representative | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Xu Cheng | Committee Member | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Shuonan Dong| Committee Member | Boeing Advanced Research Center (BARC). Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Mohamed Safwat. Event Types: Academics. Tuesday, May 21, 2024, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.

PhD Final Examination: Charlotte Caskey

Dissertation Title: Effects of Spinal Cord Stimulation on Neuromechanics of Gait for Children with Cerebral Palsy, Supervisory Committee: Kat Steele |Committee Chair| Department of Mechanical Engineering , Azadeh Yazdan-Shahmorad |GSR| Department of Physiology and Biophysics , Mehmet Kurt | Committee Member | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Chet Moritz | Committee Member | Department of Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering & Physiology & Biophysics , Patrick Aubin |Committee Member | CLiMB & Department of Mechanical Engineering. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Charlotte Caskey. Event Types: Academics. Tuesday, May 21, 2024, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.

PhD Final Examination: Em Triolo

Dissertation Title: Development of Advanced MR Elastography Techniques for Biomechanical Assessment of Neurodegeneration, Supervisory Committee: Mehmet Kurt | Committee Chair | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Paul Kinahan |GSR | Department of Bioengineering , Kat Steele | Committee Member | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Swati Rane Levendovszky | Committee Member | Department of Radiology. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Em Triolo. Event Types: Academics. Wednesday, May 22, 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.

ME Community Conversation: Mentorship and Support Networks

As the Diversity Officer of the Mechanical Engineering Department, Corey Clay will engage in a discussion focused on fostering Mentorship and Support Networks tailored explicitly for our mechanical engineering students. Mentorship plays a pivotal role in shaping academic and professional trajectories, offering invaluable guidance, support, and encouragement. In this session, we will explore the significance of mentorship within the context of our department, discussing strategies for establishing meaningful connections between students, faculty, and staff. We will brainstorm ways to cultivate supportive peer networks, identify potential mentors, and leverage resources to enhance personal and professional development. Let's work collaboratively to build a vibrant community where mentorship flourishes, empowering each other to thrive in our academic and professional pursuits. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Corey Clay. Event Types: Diversity Equity Inclusion. Lectures/Seminars. Thursday, May 23, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

PhD General Examination: Rob Serafin

Supervisory Committee: Jonathan Liu | Committee Chair | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Lawrence True |GSR | Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology , Mehmet Kurt | Committee Member | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Nathan Sniadecki | Committee Member | Department of Mechanical Engineering. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Rob Serafin. Event Types: Academics. Thursday, May 23, 2024, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.

PhD Qualifying Examination: Henry Chang

Committee members: Santosh Devasia | Faculty Advisor | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Krithika Manohar | Departmental Representative | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Xu Chen | Committee Member | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Shuonan Dong | Committee Member | Boeing Advanced Research Center (BARC). Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Henry Chang. Event Types: Academics. Friday, May 24, 2024, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM.

PhD Qualifying Examination: William Howe

Committee Members: Santosh Devasia | Faculty Advisor | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Steve Shen | Departmental Representative | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Sawyer Fuller | Committee Member | Department of Mechanical Engineering , James Riley| Committee Member | Department of Mechanical Engineering. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: William Howe. Event Types: Academics. Friday, May 24, 2024, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.

PhD Final Examination: Minho Song

Dissertation Title: Quantitative Monitoring of Tissue Fractionation by Cavitation-based Pulsed High Intensity Focused Ultrasound, Supervisory Committee: Tatiana Khokhlova | Committee Chair | Division of Gastroenterology & Department of Mechanical Engineering , Michalakis Averkiou | GSR | Department of Bioengineering , Michael Bailey| Committee Member | Department Mechanical Engineering , Peter Dahl | Committee Member | Department of Mechanical Engineering. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Minho Song. Event Types: Academics. Tuesday, May 28, 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.

Engineering Innovation in Health Spring Symposium

Interdisciplinary student teams are collaborating with clinical and industry partners to define and address unmet challenges in healthcare. Please join us for an evening of lightning pitches, poster presentations, and live demos to see the teams' progress over the past year. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Student Union Building (HUB). Campus room: HUB Lyceum. Accessibility Contact: yhou181@uw.edu. Event Types: Academics. Exhibits. Tuesday, May 28, 2024, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.

PhD General Examination: Pratik Anirudha Ambekar

Supervisory Committee Members: Thomas Matula | Committee Chair | Department of Bioengineering , W Conrad Liles |GSR | Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology , Michael Bailey | Committee Member | APL & Department of Mechanical Engineering , Peter Dahl | Committee Member | APL & Department of Mechanical Engineering , Tatiana Khokhlova | Committee Member |UW Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Pratik Ambekar. Event Types: Academics. Wednesday, May 29, 2024, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM.

Mechanical Engineering Capstone Exposition

We are pleased to invite you to the Mechanical Engineering Department's Capstone Exposition! Wednesday, May 29, 3:30–5:30 PM PDT HUB North Ballroom Mechanical engineering undergraduates will showcase their capstone design projects through posters, prototypes, exhibits, and demos. Join students, industry mentors and sponsors, and the ME community in celebrating their hard work and achievements. Students have been working on their projects for the past two quarters. There is a wide range of projects, including ones sponsored by companies, hosted by faculty, and proposed by students. Many of the teams are interdisciplinary. The event will include awards and prizes, including the results of an image contest and exhibit judging by experienced engineers. Refreshments will be provided. For parking information or to request accessibility accommodations, please register for the event and then email Prof. Eli Patten. Students will be setting up their exhibits between 2:30 and 3:00. Between 3:00 and 3:30 capstone… Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Student Union Building (HUB). Campus room: HUB, North Ballroom. Accessibility Contact: epatten@uw.edu. Event Types: Student Activities. Target Audience: Broader ME community, including students, faculty, industry mentors and sponsors, and friends&family. Wednesday, May 29, 2024, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.

PhD Qualifying Examination: Andrew Russell

Committee Members: Michelle DiBenedetto| Faculty Advisor | Department of Mechanical Engineering , John Kramlich| Departmental Representative | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Alberto Aliseda | Committee Member | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Alexander Horner-Devine | Committee Member | Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Andrew Russell. Event Types: Academics. Wednesday, June 5, 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.

PhD Qualifying Examination: Samuel Ahnert

Committee Members: Steve Brunton| Faculty Advisor | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Aniruddh Vashisth | Departmental Representative | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Krithika Manohar| Committee Member | Department of Mechanical Engineering , Michelle DiBenedetto | Committee Member | Department of Mechanical Engineering. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Sam Ahnert. Event Types: Academics. Thursday, June 20, 2024, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM.