Jessica Heraly, “3D Culture of Patient-Derived Xenograft (PDX) Mammary Organoids” Mentor: Qingsu Cheng, Biomedical Engineering Poster #72 Three-dimensional (3D) culture models is an emerging technology that is more relevant to study the initiation, progression, and metastasis of breast cancer. 3D…… Read More
Pilhwan Kim, “An Algorithm to Accurately Differentiate Growing and Stable Cerebrovascular Aneurysms” Mentor: Mahsa Dabagh, Biomedical Engineering Poster #85 Aneurysm is a medical condition, rather than a disease, and its exact cause is not yet fully understood. It occurs when…… Read More
Vedant Tewari, “Analysis of the Mechanical Properties of Graphene Reinforced Metal Matrix Composites Using Machine Learning” Mentor: Pradeep Rohatgi, Materials Science & Engineering Poster #158 This research project analyzed the mechanical properties of aluminum-graphene metal matrix composites (MMCs) reinforced with…… Read More
Nemanja Asanin, “CLEAN: Cryogenic Link for Electric Aircraft Propulsion” Mentor: Chanyeop Park, Electrical Engineering Poster #114 All-electric aircraft is a promising solution for zero-emission air travel. With numerous small motor-driven fans blended in the rear end of the airframe, these…… Read More
Michael Wilke, “Computational Modeling of Thermal Spray Processes” Mentor: William Musinski, Mechanical Engineering Oral Presentation Block 1 Thermal spray processes are a very useful additive manufacturing coating technology which allows for the modification of surface properties for many different materials……. Read More
Weiling Xia, “Covalent Organic Framework Membrane for the Removal of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances” Mentor: Xiaoli Ma, Materials Science & Engineering Poster #160 Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), as a group of emerging contaminants, have been ubiquitously detected in surface…… Read More
Marina Slawinski, “Design of Drug Loaded Double Layered Microparticles” Mentor: Priyatha Premnath, Biomedical Engineering Poster #165 Over 2 million bone fractures occur in the United States each year, with about 900,000 requiring hospitalization or other additional care to recover [1]……. Read More
Seth Krebs, “Detection and Removal of Lead from Water Using Nanocomposite Film Electrode” Mentor: Woo Jin Chang, Mechanical Engineering Poster #88 Lead (Pb2+) is a heavy metal that is toxic when consumed, especially in high quantities. The United States Environmental…… Read More
Nathanael Sovitzky, “Developing in Silico Models for Drug Screening” Mentor: Mahsa Dabagh, Biomedical Engineering Poster #167 Pancreatic cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer related deaths in the US and worldwide. This is in large part due to…… Read More
Katelyn Sprandel, “Development and Testing of Sand & 3D Printed Filters for Arsenic Removal” Mentor: Krishna Pillai, Mechanical Engineering Poster #130 An estimated 140 million people, over 70 countries, are drinking water contaminated with arsenic (WHO). In the United States,…… Read More
Lisa Collins and Haley Collins, “Digital Twin and Metaverse Technology: Applications in the Renewable Energy Sector” Mentor: Lingfeng Wang, Electrical Engineering Poster #137 Over the past five decades, since the development of computers and television, the demand for instant access…… Read More
Tobias Buckmaster, “Experimental Investigation of Arsenic Filtration Performance Using Granular Media” Mentor: Krishna Pillai, Mechanical Engineering Poster #23 Arsenic contamination in drinking water has been a global health concern for quite some time, especially for developing countries across the world……. Read More
Tyler Swenson and Euxhena Cina, “Fabrication of Composite Cellulose Nanocrystals Films Using Magnetic Nanoparticles” Mentor: Chiu Law, Electrical Engineering Poster #171 Cellulose Nanocrystals (CNCs) are a useful material made from Cellulose, an abundant natural polymer found in many things such…… Read More
Ian Smith, “High Temperature Tensile Testing with Digital Image Correlation” Mentor: William Musinski, Materials Science & Engineering Poster #166 The goal of this research project is to design a functioning high temperature tensile tester. Materials act differently at high temperatures……. Read More
Radhika Joshi, “How to Promote the Healing Process in Chronic Wounds” Mentor: Mahsa Dabagh, Biomedical Engineering Poster #79 Chronic wounds pose a challenge to healthcare systems around the world and are very challenging for patients to live with. They can…… Read More
Mason Ihrke, “Long-Term Mass-Loss Monitoring of Volatile Substances: A Novel Low-Cost Gadget for Stable and Accurate Measurements” Mentor: Krishna Pillai, Mechanical Engineering Poster #133 Porous wicks are widely used for controlled transfer of substances, such as air fresheners and insect…… Read More
James Veltri, “Melt-Spinning Route to Synthesize Silicon Nano-powders for Lithium-Ion Battery Applications” Mentor: Pradeep Rohatgi, Materials Science & Engineering Poster #162 With the ever-increasing demand for energy needs, novelty of processes and active materials provide solutions to solve these issues……. Read More
James Veltri, Pong Lee, Gavin Schmer, and Steven Weninninger, “Metallurgical Bond Testing of A206 Overcast onto A356 Metal Matrix Composites” Mentor: Benjamin Church, Materials Science & Engineering Poster #163 Bonding of aluminum is an important yet complicated aspect of engineering…… Read More
Jose Trujillo Parra, “Modeling and Simulation of Robust Combat Shipboard Power Systems” Mentor: Robert Cuzner, Electrical Engineering Poster #33 Efficient and reliable power distribution systems are essential for the operational effectiveness and survivability of future US Navy ships. With the…… Read More
Mikayla McWilliams, “Nano-Indentation Based Analysis of Healing Murine Callus” Mentor: Priyatha Premnath, Biomedical Engineering Poster #103 During the reparative phase of bone healing, a thick mass of callus forms around the bone ends, stemming from the fractured hematoma. The callus…… Read More
Rachel Clark, “Permeation Characteristics of Neutral and Charged Solutes through Covalent Organic Framework (COF) Nanofiltration Membranes” Mentor: Xiaoli Ma, Materials Science & Engineering Poster #36 Membrane technology is an important part of sustainable development in water treatment processes and can…… Read More
Carol Martinez, “Post-Oxidation Microstructure Changes in Inconel 625” Mentor: Benjamin Church, Materials Science & Engineering Poster #97 The ever-increasing demand for high temperature strength and excellent corrosion resistant materials, serves as a motivation to develop high performance alloys. This led…… Read More
Nicholas Gilhaus, “Prediction of Residual Stresses in Additively Manufactured Materials” Mentor: William Musinski, Materials Science & Engineering Poster #38 Most modern technological innovation is contingent upon materials science. The field’s most recent driver of innovation is additively manufactured materials. Additive…… Read More
Ashlyn Terasaki, “Quantifying Hemodynamic Conditions That Facilitate Cancer Cell Deformation” Mentor: Mahsa Dabagh, Biomedical Engineering Poster #12 Understanding the impact of different hemodynamic conditions (conditions that control blood flow that influence the deformation of circulating cancer cell deformation) is an…… Read More
Jenna Van Hoogstraten, “The Effect of Cooling Rate on the Microstructure and Physical Properties of Hypereutectic Al-Ce Alloys” Mentor: Pradeep Rohatgi, Materials Science & Engineering Poster #178 The present study investigated the effect of cooling rate on the solidification of…… Read More
Abhi Roop Reddy Tokala, “The Effect of Variation in Cerium in Aluminum-Cerium Alloys on Microstructure and Hardness” Mentor: Pradeep Rohatgi, Materials Science & Engineering Poster #4 Traditional aluminum alloys are lightweight and cost-efficient but lose their mechanical strength at elevated…… Read More
Caitlynn Owens and Thalia Manansala, “Understanding Biodex Strength Testing and Inertial Measurement Unit Based Measurement Assessments of Wheelchair Users Performance” Mentor: Jacob Rammer, Biomedical Engineering Poster #10 Approximately 10% of individuals in the U.S. have a physical disability and over…… Read More