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Sunglasses for Plants, and Sustainable Agriculture

A multilayer film that reflects heat while letting through light needed for photosynthesis could make greenhouse agriculture more energy- and water-efficient. Such a film has been developed by engineers at the University of California, Davis, and is described in a recent paper in Advanced Energy & Sustainability Research.

Aggie Engineers Go 'Face to Face' with Chancellor May

This month’s Face to Face With Chancellor May features Splash Tech, a forward-thinking startup tackling one of the most overlooked problems in home maintenance: swimming pool chemical management. The company grew out of a senior design project from electrical and computer engineering students at UC Davis.

Controlling the (Casimir) Force

As researchers continue to shrink the size of mechanical devices, controlling the Casimir force has become the first priority. At UC Davis, Calum Shelden, a Ph.D. candidate in electrical and computer engineering, is beginning groundbreaking experimentation to test the theories.

Outstanding Senior Spotlight: Shawn Feezer

From an a-ha moment with LEGO airplanes to discovering a fascination with digital design, we spoke with Shawn Feezer to learn more about his journey to become an Aggie Engineer and his research aspirations when he begins a master's program at UC Davis later this year.

Outstanding Senior Spotlight: Victoria Lam

Coming from a background in art and animation, computer engineering student Victoria Lam understands that coding can be a form of creative expression and a powerful tool to solve problems with tangible impacts. Her work is emblematic of the Aggie Engineer's exceptional spirit.