Barry Silverstein ’84 to help lead the future of AR/VR at URochester
The former senior director and chief technology officer of optics and display in Meta’s Reality Labs will direct the Center for Extended Reality.
Uncovering how cells build tissues and organs
URochester engineers are exploring the mechanical signals that guide development, to gain insights into disease and regenerative medicine.
Atomic insights could boost chemical manufacturing efficiency
URochester researchers develop algorithms that reveal how propane becomes propylene for everyday products.
Metasurfaces show promise in boosting AR image clarity and brightness
New design could make augmented reality glasses more power-efficient and practical for everyday wear.
David Foster: Guiding students to find their own path
Student advocacy, industry experience and rigorous theoretical knowledge earned him URochester’s highest award for teaching.
Rick Carl ’19, ’20 (MS): Blending creativity and engineering in synthesizer design
The synthesizers Rick Carl ’19, ’20 (MS) created for Moog Music Inc. are part of a new cutting-edge lab at URochester.
Brain-on-a-chip technology reveals how sepsis and neurodegenerative diseases damage the brain
The cutting-edge tool demonstrates how the blood-brain barrier breaks down and how healthy brains keep it strong.
Forming bonds between chemical and sustainability engineering
The newly renamed Department of Chemical and Sustainability Engineering signals a commitment to shaping the future of the field.
University-led STELLAR project named a finalist in national ‘innovation engines’ competition
The National Science Foundation recognizes the Rochester/Finger Lakes region as a potential hub for laser science and development.
Breathing life-saving services into rural communities
Professor Benjamín Castañeda ’09 (PhD) leads a global effort to meet critical needs for medical technology.