UWindsor Engineering

03/12/2026

🚘 What if someone could hack your car?

That’s the challenge Dr. Mitra Mirhassani at UWindsor Engineering is working to solve.

Her research focuses on protecting connected and autonomous vehicles from cyber threats — work that has earned her the 2026 The Killam Trusts NRC Paul Corkum Fellowship, one of Canada’s most prestigious research honours. 👏

She is the first researcher from the University of Windsor to receive this award.

Dr. Mirhassani also leads the SHIELD Automotive Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence, Canada’s only centre dedicated to end-to-end automotive cybersecurity.

Learn more about her research and its real-world impact.

Dr. Mitra Mirhassani studies how the connected systems in modern vehicles can be hacked and how to stop it. That work has earned the University of Windsor professor one of Canada's most prestigious research honours, the 2026 Killam NRC Paul Corkum Fellowship. (FILE/University of Windsor) By Lindsay....

03/11/2026

Ever wondered how engineers turn ideas into real designs?

This March Break, grade 11 and 12 high school students can join a hands-on 3D Design Workshop at UWindsor Engineering and learn the basics of creating and modelling in 3D.

📅 Tuesday, March 17, 10 am - 12 pm
📍Centre for Engineering Innovation (CEI) Building

Register Today!

The University of Windsor’s Faculty of Engineering will be hosting a free workshop at our Centre for Engineering Innovation (CEI) building on Tuesday, March 17th from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. for Grade 11&12 high school students interested in learning about 3D printing and design modelling using Fusion ...

02/05/2026

Women in Engineering Industry Night is an opportunity to connect with students, alumni, and industry professionals in a way that feels genuine and engaging.

The evening is designed to go beyond a typical networking event, creating space to share experiences, learn from one another, and reflect on the impact of women in engineering, all while supporting future engineers. 💜

Proceeds support UWindsor Faculty of Engineering Scholarships.

🎟️ Tickets available via Eventbrite.

Proudly supported by UWindsor Engineering and the University of Windsor Alumni Association.

An elegant evening for students and industry leaders to connect and celebrate women advancing the field of engineering.

02/02/2026

An impressive research milestone by two first-year UWindsor Engineering students.

Saxon and Sneha helped developed custom AI models to help identify diabetic retinopathy - a leading cause of vision loss - and shared their research at the 37th IEEE International Conference on Microelectronics, an opportunity usually reserved for senior undergraduate and graduate researchers.

A great example of what's possible when students are supported to explore meaningful, real-world research from the start.

First-year engineering students Saxon Vandenwollenberg (seated) and Sneha Chitte (standing) helped to develop custom artificial intelligence models to help detect diabetic retinopathy and presented their findings at the 37th IEEE International Conference on Microelectronics. (MIKE WILKINS/ Universit...

01/13/2026

We're proud to celebrate the inaugural Dr. Daniel Frank Watt Scholarship in Materials Engineering and its first recipient, Amirmasoud Khodadadibehtash.

Dr. Watt, who began teaching at the University of Windsor in 1968, has long been known for his innovative, student-centred approach to engineering education, including being among the first to introduce computer-assisted instruction.

This scholarship reflects his lasting impact and supports graduate research advancing the field of materials engineering.

Dr. Dan Watt presenting the inaugural Dr. Daniel Frank Watt Scholarship in Materials Engineering to recipient, graduate student Amirmasoud Khodadadibehtash, at the University of Windsor on Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025. (MIKE WILKINS/ University of Windsor) By Lindsay Charlton Described as one of the “...

12/05/2025

Honouring and remembering the 14 young women who tragically lost their lives in the devastating École Polytechnique massacre of 1989. 🤍🕊️

📍Memorial of Hope, between Dillon and Essex Hall.

12/02/2025

We are proud to play a central role in Canada’s first 3D-printed, net-zero student residence - a project powered by the research of Dr. Sreekanta Das and his team in the Faculty of Engineering, and built on years of innovation in sustainable construction materials and advanced manufacturing. 🇨🇦🌱

Supported by a $2M investment from the Government of Canada through FedDev Ontario, this initiative reflects deep collaboration, strong industry partnerships, and hands-on training opportunities for our students.

Work begins at UWindsor’s 3D printing site, where construction is underway on a new student residence. (MIKE WILKINS/University of Windsor) By Sara Meikle  A new kind of student housing is taking shape at the University of Windsor—one layer at a time. The University has officially begun 3D prin...

10/15/2025

At just 16, Masa Damdoum started her journey in engineering and now, the second-year UWindsor Electrical Engineering student is one of two recipients of the Sonepar Women’s Scholarship. 👏

Awarded for her excellence in the electrical field and dedication to research, Masa exemplifies the innovation and drive of UWindsor Engineering students.

Second-year engineering student Masa Damdoum holding her Sonepar Women's Scholarship award with Jen Sagat, marketing specialist at ElectroZad. (Courtesy Masa Damdoum) By Lindsay Charlton At just 16, Masa Damdoum started university. Now a second-year electrical engineering student, she has been award...

08/12/2025

This year’s Iron Ring Ceremony brought together students, faculty, and alumni to honour our graduating engineering students as they joined a proud tradition shared by generations of Canadian engineers. The ring symbolizes their commitment to integrity, professionalism, and responsibility – values they will carry into their careers and communities.

08/06/2025

The new IDEA Lab is an innovation space designed by UWindsor Engineering students, for students.

Powered by support from the Engineering Student Fund (ESF), the lab provides specialized equipment and space to transform innovative concepts into hands-on creations. 🚀⚙️

Discover how this space is empowering our students to prototype, collaborate, and build their own projects.

By Lindsay Charlton About five years ago, a group of electrical engineering students set out to bring their circuit designs and classroom theory to life by creating a space where students could see their ideas take shape. That vision has now been fully realized with the opening of...

07/30/2025

Capstone Design Demo Day showcased the innovation, collaboration, and technical expertise of graduating engineering students at the University of Windsor.

From developing rocket motors and designing small-scale steam engines, to building a self-playing piano and generating a dual-frequency wireless powered pacemaker, these final year projects tackled real-world challenges with creativity and impact. 💡 ⚙️

Thank you to ABC Technologies, Valiant TMS, TRQSS, Inc., and Vista Solutions Inc. for their generous endowments, and to ENWIN Utilities for supporting student success and recognizing outstanding achievements.