UVM College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences

09/04/2026

A sure sign the fall semester has arrived at UVM? CEMS students spread across Fleming Green learning the surveying tools of the civil engineering trade. Here, Professor Luis Garcia shares his expertise with students in CEE 2000: Geomatics on a beautiful Friday morning (before a 3-day weekend!)

University of Vermont

08/28/2026

Following a quiet summer, the halls of Innovation and Discovery were bustling once more as our Week of Welcome concluded this afternoon with an entertaining orientation for CEMS first-year and transfer students. The event featured club and organization networking, peer mentor guidance, free Ben & Jerry’s ice cream (of course!), and the annual incoming class photo.

We’re excited to follow the journey of this impressive class over the next four years and beyond!



University of Vermont

08/26/2026

UVM Welcome Week has arrived!

This morning, our newest cohort of CEMS graduate students came together for a day of information sessions, tours, and trainings hosted by Graduate Programs Coordinator Jane Kimble. It's always exciting to welcome new students as they begin this next chapter of their academic journey. Just as rewarding is watching friendships and professional connections take shape, many of which will last a lifetime.



University of Vermont

08/25/2026

In what was likely a first in the annals of Votey Hall, a 2002 Volvo station wagon was wheeled down a ground-floor corridor yesterday morning and into the CEMS machine shop to be outfitted with a roll cage for the next unexpected chapter of its life.

The car is an extracurricular project of four UVM students: Mechanical Engineering majors Maddie Bromberg, Thomas Michaelson, and Noah Fowler, along with Global Studies major Billy Spelman. The team is test-driving their engineering skills, transforming the dark blue family hauler into a race car for an endurance racing series that doesn't take itself too seriously: the 24 Hours of Lemons.

Started in 2006 as a sarcastic rebellion against the rising costs, elitism, and strict regulations of traditional amateur sports car racing, the 24 Hours of Lemons prioritizes thriftiness, creativity, and camaraderie. The purchase price and performance modifications of each participating car must not exceed $500, and all eligible vehicles must have been street-legal when originally manufactured.

Despite the lighthearted approach to car racing, the organizers take safety seriously, with strict safety systems required for each vehicle, including a 6-point steel roll cage, the fabrication and installation of which was the reason the team brought the car into the well-outfitted machine shop.

Looking ahead, the UVM squad hopes to race the car in a future 14-hour endurance event held over two days at New Hampshire Motor Speedway in Loudon, New Hampshire.



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08/19/2026

Dr. Michael Leamy, Professor and Chair of UVM's Department of Mechanical Engineering, has been awarded $350,000 from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to explore a transformative wave-based approach for analyzing jointed structures.

Working alongside his colleague, Dr. Matthew Brake at Rice University, who received an additional $330,000 in NSF funding, the researchers aim to develop advanced analytical and experimental techniques to better understand wave transmission, damping, and nonlinear dynamic behavior in mechanical joints.

By reducing computational complexity while improving predictive accuracy, the project could significantly enhance the design and performance of structures ranging from bridges and buildings to advanced aerospace systems. The research will also create new experimental tools for studying mechanical joints and provide opportunities for students to engage in cutting-edge engineering research.

Congratulations to Dr. Leamy on this impressive collaborative research award!

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08/06/2026

A trio of researchers from the College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences is part of an interdisciplinary team that was awarded the first Impact Award from the Gund Institute for Environment.

An expansion of the Gund Institute’s signature Catalyst Awards, which have provided over $1.8 million to UVM scholars over the past eight years, the new Impact Award provides up to $300,000 to further transform established research into real-world change by implementing on-the-ground solutions.

Associate professor Mads R. Almassalkhi and postdoctoral associate Jayashree Raharam Yadav in the Electrical and Computer Engineering program, along with civil and environmental assistant professor Kathryn Hinkelman, are part of the winning team that includes associate professor Bindu Panikkar with the Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources.

Four years ago, the research team received a Catalyst Award to work alongside municipal and tribal leaders, local utilities and private firms in Alaska’s Northwest Arctic Borough to bring cheaper, cleaner energy to one of the coldest and most remote communities in the United States.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4gexEiK.



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08/05/2026

This week, students participating in UVM's STEM Scholars program were introduced to the College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences (CEMS) FabLab, where they were challenged to design and fabricate model cars using the lab's suite of 3D printers, laser cutters, and computer-aided design (CAD) software. Powered by classic mousetraps, the two-day workshop will culminate in head-to-head races down the hallways of Votey Hall.

STEM Scholars: Leading Change is a cohort-based learning community focused on developing the next generation of STEM leaders. Through a carefully curated four-year program, participating students not only pursue degrees in their chosen STEM disciplines but also develop the skills to become change leaders.

Each July, a new cohort of STEM Scholars arrives on campus to begin a six-week summer bridge program. During the program, students take a three-credit course, work as interns in research labs, and strengthen key skills that help them start their first semester with confidence.

As they progress through the program, students receive ongoing support, training, and mentorship to further develop their leadership and STEM capabilities. They also have opportunities to pursue a second internship in industry, a medical facility, or a research laboratory, gaining valuable experience beyond the classroom.

Learn more: https://www.uvm.edu/admissions/undergraduate/stemscholars



University of Vermont

07/30/2026

We could not hope for a more exceptional industry partner than GlobalFoundries! The nation’s top tier semiconductor manufacturer with a state of the art fabrication plant located just down the road from our campus. So many CEMS students have had the unparalleled experience of going from “Lab to Fab” with prized internships that often mature into extraordinary careers. Thank you, GlobalFoundries!!

07/29/2026

This week, UVM's Vermont Complex Systems Institute (VCSI) is welcoming nearly 600 attendees from over a dozen countries for the 12th International Conference on Computational Social Science (IC²S²).

As the leading conference at the intersection of social and computational science, IC²S² convenes researchers from around the world who use large-scale data and computational methods to better understand human behavior and society.

We're especially proud of our contingent of CEMS faculty and graduate student researchers who will be showcasing their innovative research across a wide range of disciplines over the next three days.

Learn more about the 2026 IC²S² Conference: https://ic2s2-2026.org

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07/24/2026

UVM College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences (CEMS) faculty, students, and staff were on hand yesterday for the grand opening of the Vermont Gallium Nitride (V-GaN) Tech Hub Test and Characterization Laboratory located at OnLogic's Global Headquarters in South Burlington.

Funded through a $3.4 million award from the Northeast Microelectronics Coalition (NEMC), the state-of-the-art microelectronics testing laboratory is a cornerstone facility of Vermont's Tech Hub consortium, led by the University of Vermont in partnership with GlobalFoundries and the State of Vermont.

In his opening remarks, Douglas Merrill, UVM's Regional Innovation Officer, noted that the facility will be the first publicly accessible laboratory in the nation to provide comprehensive testing services and technical expertise for high-power, high-frequency electronic devices built with Gallium Nitride (GaN) semiconductor technology.

GaN semiconductors offer significant advantages over traditional silicon, including greater energy efficiency, faster switching speeds, and smaller device footprints. These capabilities make them especially well-suited for next-generation applications such as power electronics, RF communications, and advanced wireless technologies.

CEMS looks forward to working alongside our campus, industry, and government partners to further strengthen Vermont's position as a leader in semiconductor innovation while expanding opportunities for research, workforce development, and industry collaboration.

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University of Vermont