Chemical & Environmental Engineering

This section of the college news site gathers stories that feature the faculty, students, staff and programs of the UA Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering. For detailed information about all other aspects of CHEE, please visit the department website.

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Chemical & Environmental Engineering News

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College Names First Craig M. Berge Dean’s Fellows

Nov. 3, 2020 | University of Arizona College of Engineering

Six researchers will advance research in areas including quantum communications, groundwater remediation and wearable biomedical devices.

New Fellows >>

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ACTIVATE Makes a Careful Return to Flight

Oct. 22, 2020 | Joe Atkinson

Chemical and environmental engineering professor Armin Sorooshian continues leading a multimillion dollar NASA mission from home during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Aerosols in the Atmosphere >>

A Latino student wearing sunglasses, a graduation cap and gown and a "Class of 2019" sash raises his fist into the air in excitement. Red and white text on the blue background reads, "Excelencia in Education: Examples of Excelencia."

UA Program Named 'Example of Excelencia' in Recognition of Service to Latino Students in STEM

Oct. 7, 2020 | Emily Litvack

The Arizona's Science, Engineering and Math Scholars program provides services to support students in graduating with a STEM degree, focusing on students who are underrepresented in STEM.

ASEMS Award >>

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UArizona Receives $4M in Federal Grants to Support Underrepresented Students

Sept. 17, 2020 | University Communications

Three grants from the U.S. Department of Education's TRIO Programs will help first-generation students, students from low-income households and students with disabilities pursue STEM majors, earn bachelor's degrees and become teachers.

ASEMS Renewal >>