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April 16, 2019 / Department News

Gianluigi Botton takes on new directorship position with the Canadian Light Source

McMaster University and the Canadian Light Source at the University of Saskatchewan will strengthen ties due to new directorship position.

April 11, 2019 / Department News
Source: Maclean's Magazine

McMaster Engineering in Maclean's Magazine: University students can now earn badges to recognize their merits

How universities use “micro-credentials” to recognize skills that won’t appear on a transcript.

April 5, 2019 / Department News

Faculty of Engineering hosts panel discussion on digital credentials

On April 10, the Faculty of Engineering will welcome Globe and Mail columnist Jennifer Lewington to moderate a panel discussion on how digital technology – like the blockchain and digital badges – is transforming postsecondary education.

April 3, 2019 / Department News

McMaster places second in world for global impact

McMaster University has placed second in the world in a new international ranking that recognizes the impact universities are making in their own countries and on a global scale.

March 19, 2019 / Department News

From foam to bone: Plant cellulose can pave the way for healthy bone implants

Researchers from McMaster University and the University of British Columbia have developed what could be the bone implant material of the future: an airy, foamlike substance that can be injected into the body and provide scaffolding for the growth of new bone.

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March 5, 2019 / Department News

International Women's Day: Kathryn Grandfield and Amanda Clifford

This year, McMaster Engineering is celebrating International Women's Day by honouring nine women who are supporting each other through mentoring relationships.

February 13, 2019 / Department News

Students get an edge at Women in Engineering Industry Night

Female engineering students and alumni had the opportunity to network and share experiences at the Women in Engineering Industry Night.

February 11, 2019 / Department News

Fresh Faces: Neslihan Dogan

Neslihan Dogan is an assistant professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering. In her Fresh Faces spotlight, Neslihan talks about her Turkish roots, passions outside of McMaster, pursuing metallurgy and the hidden talents of dessert chefs.

January 21, 2019 / Department News

McMaster students selected for national design challenge

A team comprised of students from Engineering, Commerce and Science at McMaster have been selected for the 2018-2019 Canadian Reduced Gravity Experiment (CAN-RGX) Design Challenge.