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Engineering for Energy Demands Summit 2026: Meeting Rising Global Energy Needs

Co-hosted by USC Viterbi and the National Academy of Engineering, the Engineering for Energy Demands Summit 2026 convened leaders to assess trends in investment, technology, and workforce adaptation that are shaping the future of energy systems.

No Time for Trial and Error: How to Speed Up the Discovery of the Next Super-Alloy

A 3D-printing technique co-developed at USC has enabled the rapid discovery of a new alloy that can withstand extreme heat.

How does Electron Structure Impact Light Responses in Moiré Materials?

New research from the Mork Family Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science at USC Viterbi shows how the organization of electrons can reshape how a material responds to light - opening previously inconceivable possibilities for optical and quantum technologies.

A Forecast of What’s Next for Chemical Engineering and Materials Science

The 20th annual Student Symposium and Showcase at the USC Viterbi Mork Family Department of Chemical Engineering & Materials Science highlights research in AI-driven materials discovery, energy transition and biomolecular engineering.

USC Research Harnesses AI to Predict and Understand Complex Fluid Mixing

Research from the Mork Family Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science has unraveled the mystery of viscous fingering, in work that could be critical to groundwater remediation and oil recovery.

From Man’s Best Friend to Astronauts’ Most Reliable Companion

USC Researchers Find New Approach to Exploring Mars with a Robot dog that Learns "New Tricks" to Support NASA’s Future Missions

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Jun04Thu

Dissertation Defense- David Johnson

Thu, Jun 04, 2026
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: MCB 102
David Johnson Dissertation Title: Lipid Composition and Protein Structure as Determinants of Membrane Sensing and Shaping Faculty Advisor: Dr. Wade Zeno Date: June 4, 2026 Time: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Location: MCB 102

Jun08Mon

Dissertation Defense- Emily Gurniak

Mon, Jun 08, 2026
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: HED 116
Emily Gurniak Dissertation Title: Structural and Mechanical Characterization of Aramid Polymers and Metallic Glasses at the Atomistic Level Faculty Advisor: Dr. Paulo Branicio Date: June 8, 2026 Date: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Location:...