NSF Picks UT-ORNL Governor’s Chair for Biodiversity Project
The National Science Foundation announced support for a variety of studies aimed at understanding Earth’s biodiversity, including a project led by UT’s Frank Loeffler.
UT Teaching Icon Edwin Burdette Passes Away
Edwin G. Burdette, beloved professor emeritus in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, passed away Friday, May 18. Burdette was a true teacher, having served UT for more than 50 years.
Fu Earns Environmental Education Recognition
Joshua Fu has been chosen as the recipient of the prestigious 2018 Lyman A. Ripperton Environmental Educator Award for his education efforts related to controlling air pollution.
Greene’s Fuel Efficiency Research Cited in Forbes
Since the first oil crisis of the 1970s, there has been a concerted push to increase the fuel efficiency of automobiles in America.
NSF Funds Social Work, Engineering Collaboration to Fight Flooding
An interdisciplinary collaboration at UT is confronting storm-related flooding and runoff, an increasingly important topic highlighted by recent devastation in the wake of Hurricane Harvey and the looming threat of Hurricane Irma. The National Science Foundation is providing $1.8 million in funding for the College of Social Work and the Department of Civil and Environmental
WATE Speaks With Hathaway About Hurricane Harvey
Jon Hathaway talked to WATE about Hurricane Harvey and flood mitigation.
Expert: What Texas, Louisiana Will Face Following Hurricane Flooding
UT’s Jon Hathaway, an assistant professor of civil and environmental engineering, is an expert in flooding, water runoff, and urban water issues. He provides some information about the issues facing Texas and Louisiana when floodwaters from Hurricane Harvey begin to recede.
Cherry’s Bicycle Safety Video a Worldwide Hit
Chris Cherry’s bicycle safety video has gone viral around the world.
Cherry’s Bicycle Wreck Research, Video Go Viral
Research into bicycle safety by Chris Cherry has gone viral, thanks to a video of bicycle wrecks.
Chris Cherry Discusses E-Bike Program in Mexico
Chris Cherry discussed the challenges a town in Mexico faces in implementing an e-bike program.
Civil and Environmental Engineering Group Advances Ozone Modeling
The Air Quality and Climate Group in UT’s Tickle College of Engineering recently found a way to speed up modeling of earth systems.
Tschantz: Low-Head Dams Are ‘Drowning Machines’
Professor Emeritus Bruce Tschantz discusses the dangers of low-head dams.