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<\/div>Dynamics Lab and the De Pietro Fellowship<\/h2>\nProviding opportunities to pursue basic and applied research initiatives in Civil Engineering and related fields.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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<\/div>Aero Lab and Clay-Wolkins Fellowship<\/h2>\nSince Spring 2017, over fifty Harvey Mudd College students and thirteen junior high\/high school children have devoted over 5000 hours building a Vans RV-7A experimental airplane in the Aero Lab under the guidance of Professor David Harris.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Jay Wolkin \u201999 and Clay Family Foundation Fellowship, named in memory of the famous and fun-loving Mudder Jay Wolkin, provides students opportunities to pursue basic and applied research initiatives in VLSI Design within the context of the unique engineering program at Harvey Mudd College.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLearn More<\/span><\/a><\/span>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n![\"HMC](\"https:\/\/www.hmc.edu\/engineering\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2023\/06\/engineeringwart-v2.jpg\")
<\/div>Bio-Engineering Lab and Engman Fellowship<\/h2>\nThe Engman Fellowship Program aims to create a vibrant learning environment for students to explore cutting-edge research in the field of bioengineering. Several components come together to create this environment, including interdisciplinary projects, team-based learning, and an emphasis on mentoring at all levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLearn More<\/span><\/a><\/span>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.hmc.edu\/engineering\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2020\/02\/Lape-Research-link.jpg\")
<\/div>Nanocomposite Membrane Lab, Transdermal Transport Research Lab, and Lewis Fellowship<\/h2>\nThe Nanocomposite Membrane Lab lab examines the crossover between permeability enhancement and reduction with changes in particle size and polymer type.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Transdermal Transport Research Lab investigates the potential increase in skin permeability by mechanical extension, and the effects of hydration on rate of transport, research that could lead to improved transdermal drug delivery systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Patton and Claire Lewis Fellowship Program provides Harvey Mudd College students with experience and rigorous study of professional practice as either a Lewis Professional Research Fellow or a Lewis Professional Industrial Fellow.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLearn More<\/span><\/a><\/span>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.hmc.edu\/engineering\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2020\/02\/Bassman-Research-link.jpg\")
<\/div>Fellowship in Applied Mechanics<\/h2>\nThe Fellowship Program in Applied Mechanics provides students at Harvey Mudd College with an opportunity to pursue mechanics-focused research problems that come from a range of multidisciplinary applications, building on the unique general engineering program at Harvey Mudd. The program focuses on developing analytical and computational skills and methods that can be applied to maximize the impact of experiments.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLearn More<\/span><\/a><\/span>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.hmc.edu\/engineering\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2020\/02\/Gokli-Research-link.jpg\")
<\/div>The Henry E. and Gayle Riggs Fellowship in Engineering Management<\/h2>\nStudents conduct applied and lab research in engineering management or a technical field that has significant management components (like manufacturing, quality, and design).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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<\/div>Energy and Nanomaterials Lab<\/h2>\nThe Dato Research Group at Harvey Mudd College seeks to develop solutions to energy and environmental challenges through the synthesis and applications of advanced materials. Students in the group conduct research on (1) strong lightweight nanocomposites that could replace heavier metallic components on vehicles to reduce emissions and fuel consumption, (2) advanced membranes that are capable of capturing carbon dioxide, (3) novel materials for storing energy, and (4) superhydrophobic surfaces that can harvest drinking water directly from air.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLearn More<\/span><\/a><\/span>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n![\"Spencer](\"https:\/\/www.hmc.edu\/engineering\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2023\/07\/Spencer-lab-photo-2023.jpg\")
<\/div>Analog Circuit Engineering Lab<\/h2>\nThe Analog CIrcuit Engineering (ACE) lab works closely with Professor Matthew Spencer<\/strong><\/a> on a variety of projects related to circuit design, MEMS and engineering education. Past projects include characterizing MEM relay dynamics, designing marine ultrasound systems, and studying learning in laboratories and project groups. The ACE lab trains students to be circuit experts, social science enthusiasts, engaging communicators and persistent, independent researchers.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLearn More<\/span><\/a><\/span>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n![\"Prof](\"https:\/\/www.hmc.edu\/engineering\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2023\/08\/Tsai-Lab-Picture-08232023-v2.jpg\")
<\/div>HMC MIR Lab<\/h2>\nThe HMC MIR Lab explores the intersection of music, signal processing, and machine learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLearn More<\/span><\/a><\/span>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.hmc.edu\/engineering\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2020\/02\/Mendelson-Research-link.jpg\")
<\/div>Flow Imaging Lab at Mudd<\/h2>\nThe Flow Imaging Lab at (Harvey) Mudd (FILM), directed by Prof. Leah Mendelson, experimentally studies biological and bioinspired fluid mechanics. We mechanically recreate swimming behaviors seen in nature to identify new strategies for underwater vehicle propulsion. The group also works on open-source tools for three-dimensional flow field measurements.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLearn More<\/span><\/a><\/span>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.hmc.edu\/engineering\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2020\/02\/Santana-Researcher-linik.jpg\")
<\/div>Steven Santana Research Group<\/h2>\nAs a doctoral researcher, Professor Santana examined the use of microfluidics to isolate and study cancer biomarkers and design microfluidic devices for this purpose. At Harvey Mudd, Santana designed and taught a new course on microfluidics and nanofluidics and has established a microfluidics research program.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLearn More<\/span><\/a><\/span>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n![\"Prof](\"https:\/\/www.hmc.edu\/engineering\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2023\/08\/ProfAndStudents-4-enhanced-red.png\")
<\/div>Molecular Engineering for Sustainability Applications<\/h2>\nThe student scholars in the Molecular Engineering lab are the first to study a previously undiscovered fluorescence property in a well-researched bio-inspired material. We then use what we learn to design fluorescent sensors that detect emerging contaminants in water \u2013 a huge technological need in the global water crisis. If you are interested in (1) researching an exciting material property that no one else has studied before, (2) molecularly designing self-assembling materials that glow, or (3) breaking ground on project that has end goals in addressing a key gap in the water crisis \u2013 then consider joining the Molecular Engineering research lab!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Providing opportunities to pursue basic and applied research initiatives in Civil Engineering and related fields.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>Aero Lab and Clay-Wolkins Fellowship<\/h2>\nSince Spring 2017, over fifty Harvey Mudd College students and thirteen junior high\/high school children have devoted over 5000 hours building a Vans RV-7A experimental airplane in the Aero Lab under the guidance of Professor David Harris.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Jay Wolkin \u201999 and Clay Family Foundation Fellowship, named in memory of the famous and fun-loving Mudder Jay Wolkin, provides students opportunities to pursue basic and applied research initiatives in VLSI Design within the context of the unique engineering program at Harvey Mudd College.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLearn More<\/span><\/a><\/span>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>Bio-Engineering Lab and Engman Fellowship<\/h2>\nThe Engman Fellowship Program aims to create a vibrant learning environment for students to explore cutting-edge research in the field of bioengineering. Several components come together to create this environment, including interdisciplinary projects, team-based learning, and an emphasis on mentoring at all levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLearn More<\/span><\/a><\/span>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>Nanocomposite Membrane Lab, Transdermal Transport Research Lab, and Lewis Fellowship<\/h2>\nThe Nanocomposite Membrane Lab lab examines the crossover between permeability enhancement and reduction with changes in particle size and polymer type.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Transdermal Transport Research Lab investigates the potential increase in skin permeability by mechanical extension, and the effects of hydration on rate of transport, research that could lead to improved transdermal drug delivery systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Patton and Claire Lewis Fellowship Program provides Harvey Mudd College students with experience and rigorous study of professional practice as either a Lewis Professional Research Fellow or a Lewis Professional Industrial Fellow.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLearn More<\/span><\/a><\/span>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>Fellowship in Applied Mechanics<\/h2>\nThe Fellowship Program in Applied Mechanics provides students at Harvey Mudd College with an opportunity to pursue mechanics-focused research problems that come from a range of multidisciplinary applications, building on the unique general engineering program at Harvey Mudd. The program focuses on developing analytical and computational skills and methods that can be applied to maximize the impact of experiments.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLearn More<\/span><\/a><\/span>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>The Henry E. and Gayle Riggs Fellowship in Engineering Management<\/h2>\nStudents conduct applied and lab research in engineering management or a technical field that has significant management components (like manufacturing, quality, and design).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>Energy and Nanomaterials Lab<\/h2>\nThe Dato Research Group at Harvey Mudd College seeks to develop solutions to energy and environmental challenges through the synthesis and applications of advanced materials. Students in the group conduct research on (1) strong lightweight nanocomposites that could replace heavier metallic components on vehicles to reduce emissions and fuel consumption, (2) advanced membranes that are capable of capturing carbon dioxide, (3) novel materials for storing energy, and (4) superhydrophobic surfaces that can harvest drinking water directly from air.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLearn More<\/span><\/a><\/span>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>Analog Circuit Engineering Lab<\/h2>\nThe Analog CIrcuit Engineering (ACE) lab works closely with Professor Matthew Spencer<\/strong><\/a> on a variety of projects related to circuit design, MEMS and engineering education. Past projects include characterizing MEM relay dynamics, designing marine ultrasound systems, and studying learning in laboratories and project groups. The ACE lab trains students to be circuit experts, social science enthusiasts, engaging communicators and persistent, independent researchers.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLearn More<\/span><\/a><\/span>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>HMC MIR Lab<\/h2>\nThe HMC MIR Lab explores the intersection of music, signal processing, and machine learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLearn More<\/span><\/a><\/span>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>Flow Imaging Lab at Mudd<\/h2>\nThe Flow Imaging Lab at (Harvey) Mudd (FILM), directed by Prof. Leah Mendelson, experimentally studies biological and bioinspired fluid mechanics. We mechanically recreate swimming behaviors seen in nature to identify new strategies for underwater vehicle propulsion. The group also works on open-source tools for three-dimensional flow field measurements.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLearn More<\/span><\/a><\/span>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>Steven Santana Research Group<\/h2>\nAs a doctoral researcher, Professor Santana examined the use of microfluidics to isolate and study cancer biomarkers and design microfluidic devices for this purpose. At Harvey Mudd, Santana designed and taught a new course on microfluidics and nanofluidics and has established a microfluidics research program.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLearn More<\/span><\/a><\/span>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>Molecular Engineering for Sustainability Applications<\/h2>\nThe student scholars in the Molecular Engineering lab are the first to study a previously undiscovered fluorescence property in a well-researched bio-inspired material. We then use what we learn to design fluorescent sensors that detect emerging contaminants in water \u2013 a huge technological need in the global water crisis. If you are interested in (1) researching an exciting material property that no one else has studied before, (2) molecularly designing self-assembling materials that glow, or (3) breaking ground on project that has end goals in addressing a key gap in the water crisis \u2013 then consider joining the Molecular Engineering research lab!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Since Spring 2017, over fifty Harvey Mudd College students and thirteen junior high\/high school children have devoted over 5000 hours building a Vans RV-7A experimental airplane in the Aero Lab under the guidance of Professor David Harris.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Jay Wolkin \u201999 and Clay Family Foundation Fellowship, named in memory of the famous and fun-loving Mudder Jay Wolkin, provides students opportunities to pursue basic and applied research initiatives in VLSI Design within the context of the unique engineering program at Harvey Mudd College.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLearn More<\/span><\/a><\/span>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n The Engman Fellowship Program aims to create a vibrant learning environment for students to explore cutting-edge research in the field of bioengineering. Several components come together to create this environment, including interdisciplinary projects, team-based learning, and an emphasis on mentoring at all levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLearn More<\/span><\/a><\/span>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n The Nanocomposite Membrane Lab lab examines the crossover between permeability enhancement and reduction with changes in particle size and polymer type.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Transdermal Transport Research Lab investigates the potential increase in skin permeability by mechanical extension, and the effects of hydration on rate of transport, research that could lead to improved transdermal drug delivery systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Patton and Claire Lewis Fellowship Program provides Harvey Mudd College students with experience and rigorous study of professional practice as either a Lewis Professional Research Fellow or a Lewis Professional Industrial Fellow.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLearn More<\/span><\/a><\/span>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n The Fellowship Program in Applied Mechanics provides students at Harvey Mudd College with an opportunity to pursue mechanics-focused research problems that come from a range of multidisciplinary applications, building on the unique general engineering program at Harvey Mudd. The program focuses on developing analytical and computational skills and methods that can be applied to maximize the impact of experiments.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLearn More<\/span><\/a><\/span>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n Students conduct applied and lab research in engineering management or a technical field that has significant management components (like manufacturing, quality, and design).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n The Dato Research Group at Harvey Mudd College seeks to develop solutions to energy and environmental challenges through the synthesis and applications of advanced materials. Students in the group conduct research on (1) strong lightweight nanocomposites that could replace heavier metallic components on vehicles to reduce emissions and fuel consumption, (2) advanced membranes that are capable of capturing carbon dioxide, (3) novel materials for storing energy, and (4) superhydrophobic surfaces that can harvest drinking water directly from air.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLearn More<\/span><\/a><\/span>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n The Analog CIrcuit Engineering (ACE) lab works closely with Professor Matthew Spencer<\/strong><\/a> on a variety of projects related to circuit design, MEMS and engineering education. Past projects include characterizing MEM relay dynamics, designing marine ultrasound systems, and studying learning in laboratories and project groups. The ACE lab trains students to be circuit experts, social science enthusiasts, engaging communicators and persistent, independent researchers.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLearn More<\/span><\/a><\/span>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n The HMC MIR Lab explores the intersection of music, signal processing, and machine learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLearn More<\/span><\/a><\/span>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n The Flow Imaging Lab at (Harvey) Mudd (FILM), directed by Prof. Leah Mendelson, experimentally studies biological and bioinspired fluid mechanics. We mechanically recreate swimming behaviors seen in nature to identify new strategies for underwater vehicle propulsion. The group also works on open-source tools for three-dimensional flow field measurements.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLearn More<\/span><\/a><\/span>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n As a doctoral researcher, Professor Santana examined the use of microfluidics to isolate and study cancer biomarkers and design microfluidic devices for this purpose. At Harvey Mudd, Santana designed and taught a new course on microfluidics and nanofluidics and has established a microfluidics research program.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLearn More<\/span><\/a><\/span>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n The student scholars in the Molecular Engineering lab are the first to study a previously undiscovered fluorescence property in a well-researched bio-inspired material. We then use what we learn to design fluorescent sensors that detect emerging contaminants in water \u2013 a huge technological need in the global water crisis. If you are interested in (1) researching an exciting material property that no one else has studied before, (2) molecularly designing self-assembling materials that glow, or (3) breaking ground on project that has end goals in addressing a key gap in the water crisis \u2013 then consider joining the Molecular Engineering research lab!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>Bio-Engineering Lab and Engman Fellowship<\/h2>
<\/div>Nanocomposite Membrane Lab, Transdermal Transport Research Lab, and Lewis Fellowship<\/h2>
<\/div>Fellowship in Applied Mechanics<\/h2>
<\/div>The Henry E. and Gayle Riggs Fellowship in Engineering Management<\/h2>
<\/div>Energy and Nanomaterials Lab<\/h2>
<\/div>Analog Circuit Engineering Lab<\/h2>
<\/div>HMC MIR Lab<\/h2>
<\/div>Flow Imaging Lab at Mudd<\/h2>
<\/div>Steven Santana Research Group<\/h2>
<\/div>Molecular Engineering for Sustainability Applications<\/h2>