Luke Auburn

Director of Communications, Hajim School of Engineering & Applied Sciences

luke.auburn@rochester.edu

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A molybdenite (MoS2) mineral sample, the natural rock from which the chemical element molybdenum (Mo) is extracted, is reflected below and set against a black background.

Science & Technology

A tiny poke gives molybdenum a new structure

November 9, 2026

Researchers reveal a way to recrystallize the heat-resistant metal molybdenum without extreme heat, opening new possibilities for next-generation semiconductors.

NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope suspended inside a large clean room at Goddard Space Flight Center as technicians work nearby.

From the Magazine

Helping NASA see the universe in a whole new light

October 29, 2026

The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope will let scientists survey the cosmos like never before, thanks in part to dozens of URochester alumni.

Gif showing a grid of six boxes turn from fully pixelated to clear images.

Science & Technology

Improving AI-generated images, pixel by pixel

October 28, 2026

Researchers from URochester and NVIDIA develop new models that provide pixel-level control over AI image generation.

Thomas Howard leads the class ECE 216: Mechatronics and Embedded Systems.

Campus & Community

Thomas Howard: Find big problems that will keep you challenged

October 20, 2026

Embracing change in the ever-evolving field of robotics earned Howard URochester’s highest award for teaching.

Horizontal crop of a portrait of Sujatha Ramanujan in a red suit against a white background.

University News

Sujatha Ramanujan named CEO of NSF STELLAR Engine

October 6, 2026

The former Luminate managing director will work to establish the Rochester/Finger Lakes region as an internationally competitive leader in laser innovation.

Will Renninger behind optics equipment in a lab.

University News

Pairing light and sound to explore new frontiers in physics

October 1, 2026

URochester researcher William Renninger is named one of 21 new Moore Foundation Experimental Physics Investigators.

Horizontal crop of a black-and-white archival photo of Nicholas George in a suit in an office.

University News

Nicholas George, a trailblazer in holography, diffraction, theory, and optics, remembered

September 25, 2026

The professor emeritus and former director of the Institute of Optics leaves a legacy of innovation and mentorship.

Photo illustration featuring URochester students Maryame Kouram, Naman Bhagat, Sherry Wang, and Zihan "Frannie" Zheng against a background featuring the city of Rochester skyline, Rush Rhees Library, and yellow and blue circles.

Campus & Community

URochester students help New York small businesses harness data and AI

September 23, 2026

The New York State Center of Excellence in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence connected 10 local businesses with student interns.

Jessical Shang (left) with two students in her mechanical engineering lab.

University News

Can scientists predict—and control—turbulence?

August 26, 2026

URochester joins a new NSF–funded center to find the answers by combining experiments, theory, simulations, and AI.

Laser light passes through a “time gate” consisting of a thin film of indium tin oxide.

Science & Technology

New imaging technique sees through deep tissue, dense fog, and other obstacles

August 17, 2026

The AI-enhanced technology could improve noninvasive cancer imaging, lower costs, and make LiDAR systems more effective in poor visibility.

A modular µSiM (m-µSiM) tissue chip platform.

Science & Technology

Could FDA-evaluated tissue chips succeed where animal testing falls short?

August 11, 2026

URochester researchers hit an important FDA milestone for tissue chip technology that predicts dangerous immune reactions to cancer therapies.

URochester PhD student and advisor in a lab to illustrate how to choose a PhD program and advisor.

Campus & Community

Thinking about a PhD? Your biggest questions, answered

August 10, 2026

Professor Darren Lipomi offers candid advice on choosing a graduate program, finding the right advisor, funding your education, and building a career in research.