University of Washington Mechanical Engineering

08/07/2026

Using machine learning and physics-based modeling, ME researchers are discovering new materials for flexible electronics and wearables.

07/13/2026

This spring, ME students showcased solutions to challenging problems at the department's capstone expo. Students worked with partners from industry, nonprofit organizations, community groups and faculty research labs to ensure their projects were relevant to the real world.

One team designed, fabricated and assembled a wind tunnel to study the spread of wildfires in the western U.S. Gabi Laurenz (’26 BSME) says the project was the highlight of her undergraduate education in ME.

“We learned that solving engineering problems requires not only technical ability but also effective communication, collaboration and adaptability,” she says.

Learn more: https://www.me.washington.edu/news/article/2026-07-13/designing-real-world University of Washington College of Engineering

06/24/2026

Mia Hoffman receives this year’s Graduate School Medal Award for her work to reimagine assistive technology for young children

06/12/2026

The class of 2026 is graduating this weekend! 🎓 Students in ME selected the Mechanical Engineering Scholarship Fund to support future students through this year’s Engineering Class Gift Campaign. Your gift helps carry these experiences forward.

Give $20.26 in honor of the Class of 2026 or any amount that’s meaningful to you. https://together.uw.edu/i/uw/campaign/me-2026-class-gift

For the 2026 Class Gift Campaign, the graduating class selected the Mechanical Engineering Scholarship Fund to support future ME students.

06/11/2026

Congratulations to the student teams who showcased their posters, prototypes, exhibits and demos at the recent 2026 Mechanical Engineering Capstone Expo! The projects highlighted our graduating students' dedication, collaboration and ability to solve real-world problems. Projects included using micro-data centers to decarbonize Seattle, redesigning a pool-accessible wheelchair, creating a next-generation surgical cart and making recyclable composite prostheses.

Thank you to our industry partners, nonprofit organizations, community groups and faculty research labs for providing valuable mentorship, project sponsorship and feedback.

Photos by Matt Hagen.
University of Washington College of Engineering

06/03/2026

ME graduating students have selected the Mechanical Engineering Scholarship Fund as part of this year’s Engineering Class Gift Campaign. This fund eases the challenges for students pursuing an undergraduate degree.

Join us in honoring the Class of 2026! 🎓 A gift of $20.26 or any amount makes education more accessible for the next generation of mechanical engineers. hashtag

For the 2026 Class Gift Campaign, the graduating class selected the Mechanical Engineering Scholarship Fund to support future ME students.

05/07/2026

Last week, thousands of elementary and middle school students from across Washington state arrived at the UW Seattle campus to explore more than 100 hands-on engineering activities and demonstrations. Thank you to the ME students, researchers, student groups, and RSOs for being part of it!

The Neuromechanics & Mobility Lab and the Powers Lab showcased how engineers use biomechanics to improve health and well-being by studying movement and forces in humans and cells; the Polagye Lab had hands-on activities to explore how engineers measure underwater noise; and the CAMP-PhyRE Group demonstrated the science of flow and combustion. Boeing Advanced Research Collaboration at UW had robots on display to show how the “see” and interact with the world.

The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) at UW helped students build their own mini catapult. ME-affiliated clubs with demonstrations or activities at the event included Advanced Robotics at the University of Washington, UW ASHRAE Student Chapter, E-Truck at UW, UWashington Formula Motorsports, UWHPS - University of Washington Human Powered Submarine, Husky ADAPT, Husky Robotics, the Solar Vehicle Team at UW, and Washington Superbike.

04/27/2026

Thank you to the ME community for your support!

Thank you for making this year such a success! �

Yesterday, the UW Engineering community came together to support the next generation of engineers. Together, we raised more than $64,500 to expand access and opportunities for students of all backgrounds to participate in a world-class education, both inside and outside of the classroom.

Thank you for helping make their dreams possible.

04/27/2026

A conversation with Steve Brunton, director of the College’s new professional programs in AI and machine learning for engineering.

04/24/2026

Congratulations to ME students Mia Hoffman, Martin Liu and Scott Lee for being named in the Husky 100, which recognizes 100 undergraduate and graduate students who are making the most of their time at the UW.

Hoffman is committed to expanding access to assistive technology that enables participation and play for children with disabilities, Liu has a passion for leveraging mechanics to understand brain disease and injury pathology, and Lee is driven by the possibility of combining engineering with dental innovation. https://www.washington.edu/husky100/