Brisa Peña, PhD, is working on a problem that sits at the intersection of medicine, access, and time: how to… READ MORE
What if we could test treatments on a living system that actually behaves like your lungs, before a patient ever… READ MORE
Engineering has always defined civilization. Roads determine where we travel. Power grids shape how we live. Water systems protect public… READ MORE
When it comes to building safer, healthier, and more connected communities, Wesley Marshall, PhD, PE professor of Civil Engineering and… READ MORE
In July 2025, CU Denver civil engineering associate professor Dr. David Mays stood in a research lab at Friedrich Alexander University (FAU) in Bavaria, Germany. He… READ MORE
At CU Denver’s College of Engineering, Design and Computing, students and faculty collaboratively develop innovative solutions to real-world problems. The… READ MORE
The College of Engineering, Design and Computing (CEDC) is generating innovations that may help turn science fiction into science fact.… READ MORE
In an age of rapid advancements in adaptive and intelligent technologies, materials that can change shape independently are no longer… READ MORE
Professors Susan Stirrup and David Mays applied for and were accepted as Fellows for the AMPLIFY Institute for the academic… READ MORE
CU Denver leading research and training of the next Generation of Cybersecurity Leaders We’ve all seen the headlines about data… READ MORE
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The 10 companies that are completing CU Denver’s Smart Futures Lab incubator and accelerator programs will present their groundbreaking solutions, each designed… READ MORE
“Inspiration comes at unique moments—just ask CU Denver Civil Engineering Professor Caroline Clevenger, PhD. During a sabbatical in 2023, Clevenger… READ MORE
While the word “quantum” may bring to mind TV shows with time-traveling actors, in Colorado this buzzword has become synonymous… READ MORE
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Looking at the Capstone Design Expo, it’s easy to wonder, how do students learn all the skills needed for a successful… READ MORE
On April 29th, 2024 CU Denver gathered at the annual Faculty Excellence Awards ceremony. Faculty Excellence Awards are a great… READ MORE
Press release WASHINGTON, D.C.— The American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE) has announced the induction of Keith Neeves,… READ MORE
Bioengineering professor Chelsea Magin, PhD collaborated with former middle school teacher and current RTD Training Specialist Mandi Ruud Singleton and… READ MORE
Each year the University of Colorado Denver Construction Engineering and Management Program competes in the Associated Schools of Construction (ASC). … READ MORE
“Imagine a future where you could share electricity generated through your rooftop solar panels with your neighbor across the street.… READ MORE
The Fitzsimons Innovation Community is a co-working space on the CU Anschutz Medical Campus, where the Department of Bioengineering shares… READ MORE
You are more likely to have your auto stolen during the holiday season than any other time of the year.… READ MORE
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Fifteen student members and their faculty advisor, Fernando Mancilla- David, attended the SHPE 2023 National Convention, which took place from November 1… READ MORE
DENVER, CO—A new, world-class innovation lab for outdoor gear is coming to Denver. The University of Colorado Denver (CU Denver),… READ MORE
On Tuesday 7/25/2023, civil engineering Professor David Mays presented an invited seminar at Istanbul Technical University entitled, “Out of chaos… READ MORE
Jimmy Kim, Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering, organized the Bridge Engineering Institute Conference in 2023 (BEI-2023) held in… READ MORE
Kristyn S. Masters, PhD, aims to deepen connections between CU campuses Kristyn S. Masters, PhD, has been appointed chair of… READ MORE
Faculty Excellence Awards are CU Denver’s prized way of acknowledging the professional achievements of our hard-working faculty. These awards are… READ MORE
Professor David Mays has recently published a series of six papers, coauthored with collaborators from CU Anschutz and CU Boulder… READ MORE
Academic year 2020/2021, in the depths of the COVID-19 pandemic, shut down many CU Denver facilities including non-essential laboratory space… READ MORE
Gender biases and inequities are prevalent across many scientific fields and biomechanics is likely no exception. While progress has been… READ MORE
Political science graduate student Cynthia Rice and civil engineering professor David Mays have just published an article in the journal… READ MORE
Alireza Vahid, assistant professor of electrical engineering, received the prestigious SONY Faculty Innovation Award to work on scalable and low… READ MORE
Employers in Colorado and throughout the nation seeking to fill engineering and other STEM jobs are coming up short –… READ MORE
A group of Six seniors in the Civil Engineering program were tasked with designing a pipeline system that would re-route… READ MORE
The continuing growth in more densely deployed and higher data rate communications services coupled with the general increase in the… READ MORE
One of CU Denver’s strategic goals is to become internationally known for its research and creative works, and that starts… READ MORE
Wireless systems are in a transition phase, moving from degrees-of-freedom limited wireless networks (4G and before) to networks where the… READ MORE
Civil engineering professor David Mays has recently published an article entitled, “How Diversity Makes Better Engineering Teams” in Journal AWWA… READ MORE
Pacific salmon are a valuable food and cultural resource in the Columbia River Basin, but their survival is threatened due… READ MORE
New grant pioneered by Nick Jacobson with help from Kristen Lowe, DDS, MS, innovate nasoalveolar molding with the intent of… READ MORE
The College of Engineering, Design and Computing is pleased to announce its first cohort of Broadening Participation Fellows. These faculty,… READ MORE
Last summer Matthew Cross, a civil engineering PhD candidate, spent part of his summer in the Costa Rican rainforest collecting… READ MORE
On February 27 Fred Rutz, assistant professor of civil engineering, represented the college at the Colorado High School Bridge Competition. Attendees… READ MORE
On February 29, the Denver Post published an article on traffic safety. Professor Bruce Janson is quoted in the story, sharing… READ MORE
Electrical engineering assistant professor Yiming Deng and his research group, a.k.a. LEAP, received $43,200 research donation from local company MjC25 LLC… READ MORE
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The College of Engineering, Design and Computing at CU Denver prepares students to solve real-world challenges at the intersection of technology, creativity, and community impact. Located in the heart of downtown Denver, the college combines hands-on learning, industry-connected research, and interdisciplinary collaboration across engineering, computer science, construction management, architecture, planning, and design. Through strong partnerships with Colorado employers and a focus on access, innovation, and career readiness, CEDC equips students to lead in rapidly evolving industries while shaping more sustainable, equitable, and connected communities.