The VCU College of Engineering recognizes faculty and staff with 2025 Dean’s Excellence Awards
The Dean’s Excellence Awards Program recognizes faculty and staff who have distinguished themselves in areas crucial to upholding the mission and values of Virginia Commonwealth University’s (VCU) College of Engineering.
College of Engineering researchers develop technology to increase production of biologic pharmaceuticals for diabetes treatment
Chemical and Life Science Engineering Professor Michael “Pete” Peters, Ph.D., is investigating more efficient ways to manufacture biologic pharmaceuticals using a radial flow bioreactor he developed.
Department of Defense completes $17.8 million award to Convergence Lab Initiative for collaborative research and Specialized STEM development
A final disbursement of $8.8 million completes the $17.8 million grant awarded by the Department of Defense (DoD) to Virginia Commonwealth University’s (VCU) Convergence Lab Initiative (CLI). The funding allows CLI to continue advancing research in the areas of quantum and photonic devices, microelectronics, artificial intelligence, neuromorphic computing, arts and biomedical science.
National Science Foundation award funds development of experiential learning program to address shortage of AI professionals in healthcare
The National Science Foundation (NSF) recently awarded a $750,000 grant to Rodrigo Spínola, Ph.D., computer science associate professor, to support the development of “living labs” for undergraduates at the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) College of Engineering.
VCU College of Engineering departments all climb in U.S. News and World Report graduate program rankings
Departments at VCU Engineering continue to rise in the rankings, with the biomedical engineering and online engineering master’s program noted as top performers in 2025 and qualifying for a badge from the publication.
From VCU to UGA: How mentorship inspired a VCU engineer to pursue a career in academia
Racheida Lewis, Ph.D., a 2013 Virginia Commonwealth University electrical engineering graduate, credits her alma mater with providing the foundation for her career as an assistant professor at the University of Georgia.
Biomedical Engineering Society names Priscilla Hwang, Ph.D. as a rising star
Priscilla Hwang, Ph.D., assistant professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Virginia Commonwealth University, has been named a Rising Star by the Cell and Molecular Bioengineering Special Interest Group (CMBE SIG) within the Biomedical Engineering Society.
Vertically Integrated Projects provide VCU College of Engineering students with supportive environment for developing real-world skills
Experiential learning allows students to apply classroom knowledge in a real-world setting. Employers value this and 94% believe internships are valuable in identifying future employees, according to a 2021 study by the National Association of Colleges and Employers.
U.S. News and World Report ranks VCU Engineering online graduate program among best in nation
Jumping 30 spots to be ranked 22 by U.S. News and World Report, the online Master’s program in the College of Engineering at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) has demonstrated great success with working professionals.
Printing a sustainable future: Additive manufacturing reduces waste and improves supply chain resilience for magnet production
Radhika Barua, Ph.D., mechanical and nuclear engineering assistant professor, is paving the way to a sustainable future. Her research will transform magnet manufacturing, replacing the costly, energy-intensive processes for producing traditional rare-earth magnets.
