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An infusion of nature: Biomimicry and medical devices , videoLiving with diabetes is never easy. Kirubaharan (Kiru) Natarajan, a first-year Ph.D. student in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Virginia Tech, wants to change that. When Kiru’s uncle stopped taking his diabetes medication because it was inconvenient, bulky, and embarrassing, it was heartbreaking to watch his health slow him down. Kiru knew it was time to use his engineering skills to help. Growing up, Kiru learned about the idea of biomimicry—or design inspired by nature—from the countless National Geographic documentaries he watched with his grandfather. Now, alongside Associate Professor Anne Staples, whose lab focuses on biomimicry, he’s taking a cue from insects to develop a self-powered microfluidic device for diabetics that makes insulin infusion as simple as breathing. Driven by Kiru’s love for nature and human-centered design, the device has the potential to provide life-changing impact on a global scale. Want to learn more? Visit: https://www.stapleslab.org/
Date: May 15, 2026 - -
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Mining for talent: Carter Machinery supports training a next-generation workforce , articleThrough support from the heavy equipment company, engineering students will be well equipped to lead the mining workforce into the future.
Date: May 15, 2026 - -
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Six students receive scholarships supporting crash safety research , articleThe engineering students received 2026-27 Clay Gabler Memorial Scholarships supporting their study of transportation and crash safety, injury biomechanics, vehicle crashworthiness, automated vehicles, and aeronautical safety.
Date: May 12, 2026 - -
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Alfred Wicks honored with associate emeritus status , articleA member of the Virginia Tech community for more than 39 years, Wicks was sought after as a researcher in signal processing tools, sensors, transducers, and autonomous and intelligent vehicle systems.
Date: May 11, 2026 - -
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Dylan Losey named John R. Jones III Faculty Fellow , articleLosey is a recognized leader in robotics, specializing in the interaction between humans and machines.
Date: May 11, 2026 - -
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Suyi Li named John R. Jones III Faculty Fellow , articleLi has distinguished himself as a leader in innovation, using origami and geometric design in engineering applications.
Date: May 11, 2026 - -
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Carter Machinery bolsters collaboration with Virginia Tech Engineering on workforce development , videoThis kickoff event celebrated the growing collaboration between Carter Machinery and Virginia Tech, highlighting a shared commitment to shaping the future of mining and quarrying through innovation, education, and industry collaboration. Faculty, industry leaders, and students from mining and minerals engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, computer engineering, and the Myers‑Lawson School of Construction came together to explore interdisciplinary projects and emerging career pathways. Speakers discussed the industry’s urgent need for talent in data, automation, optimization, and how this support helps prepare the next generation to build safer, more productive, and more fuel‑efficient operations. As technology rapidly transforms aggregate mining and construction, new roles are being created, and opportunities are expanding. This event represents how bridges between industry and academia are helping Virginia Tech students prepare for exciting, future‑focused careers.
Date: May 11, 2026 - -
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Class of 2026: Outstanding Senior Juliana McIrvin changes the game in robotics and volleyball , articleThe 2026 Outstanding Senior for the Department of Mechanical Engineering is Juliana Mcirvin from Blacksburg, Virginia. Juliana has excelled not only in engineering, but also in volleyball and community involvement.
Date: May 08, 2026 - -
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Five earn advising awards during Global Advising Week , articleAs the university pays tribute to the way advisors shape student success, this year's advising awards went to Ruoxi Jia, Julie Burger, Alyssa Rametta, Marlena McGlothlin Lester, and Nicole Ebreo.
Date: May 04, 2026 - -
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College of Engineering recognizes 2026 Torgersen Graduate Student Research Excellence Award winners , articleFour master's and four Ph.D. students received the awards, which are given to students whose research makes significant contributions to their fields.
Date: May 01, 2026 - -
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Research and scholarship honored with spring awards , articleEach year, the Office of Research and Innovation collaborates with the Office of Faculty Affairs to honor the extraordinary faculty who have demonstrated such impact through three awards: the Early Career Scholarly Impact Award, the Frontier Award, and the Engaged Research Award.
Date: Apr 28, 2026 - -
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Team works to deliver wireless power through sound waves , articleShima Shahab is leading a team that is using acoustic energy waves to send power to batteries that might be difficult to access.
Date: Apr 27, 2026 - -
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Student team digs its way to first place in Not-a-Boring Competition , articleAfter years of persistence, the Diggeridoos claimed victory by building a tunnel-boring machine that outperformed competitors from around the world.
Date: Apr 23, 2026 - -
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Speaker series makes science digestible for all audiences , articleThe Center for Communicating Science created a recipe to help bridge the gap between science research and the public through its Science on Tap series.
Date: Apr 22, 2026 - -
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In grateful appreciation for the legacy of Nicholas H. Des Champs, mechanical engineering benefactor , articleDes Champs created a legacy of giving back that spanned decades, playing an active role in the success of both the college and his home department.
Date: Apr 03, 2026 - -
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March Aspire! Awards champion leadership on and off campus , articleMarch honorees demonstrated the impact of leadership in learning, relating, and heroic decision-making.
Date: Apr 03, 2026 - -
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$4.2 million grant strengthens region’s advanced manufacturing future , articleA new GO Virginia investment will help Virginia Tech and regional partners accelerate innovation, expand workforce pathways, and strengthen Southwest and Southern Virginia’s position in advanced manufacturing.
Date: Apr 01, 2026 - -
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12 new members join Academies of Faculty Service and Leadership , articleIn a first for the university, two faculty members have received appointments to both academies.
Date: Mar 23, 2026 - -
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Virginia Tech ranks among nation's best for invention patents , articleThe National Academy of Inventors ranked the university No. 59 for granted utility patents on its 2025 Top 100 U.S. Universities List, released Thursday. The annual ranking highlights the importance of research and innovation taking place within academic institutions using calendar-year patent data from the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
Date: Mar 19, 2026 - -
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Whole Health consortium advances mental, rural, and technology research , articleSix teams received funding to accelerate innovative, community-engaged research in mental health, rural health, and technology.
Date: Mar 06, 2026 -
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