Fracturing Smarter: A New Approach to Hydraulic Stimulation in Unconventional Reservoirs Deep beneath southeastern Utah lies the Cane Creek play, a formation rich in unconventional tight oil. Traditional drilling and fracturing methods have been insufficient in extracting its resources efficiently, plaguing operators with significant challenges for decades. A study conducted at the University of Utah, […]

Pictured above: Aspen Dalby performs modern dance at the U (credit: Kendall MacMillan). Environmental Sustainability and Expressive Creativity For Aspen Dalby, a love for the delicate balance between people and the environment has been a guiding principle. Growing up in Sandy, Utah, she found harmony in nature—whether hiking in the mountains or exploring Utah’s diverse […]

The University of Utah’s Associated General Contractors (AGC) Chapter actively engages students in real-world construction challenges, preparing them for successful careers in the industry. This year, from February 4-7, 2025, our chapter showcased its talents at the ASC Student Competition and Construction Management Conference in Reno, Nevada. The ASC Reno Competition is the largest of […]

Pictured above: Civil engineering students present their design solution to Wasatch Elementary students. At the University of Utah, Civil & Construction Engineering students engage in hands-on, impactful projects during their senior capstone course. This year, our students took on a critical real-world challenge—developing engineered solutions to improve accessibility at Wasatch Elementary, one of Salt Lake […]

U of U Professors Present at the Utah Asphalt Conference The Utah Asphalt Conference (UAC) is the premier asphalt industry event in the state, bringing together top professionals for a world-class trade show and over twenty-eight educational seminars. Held on February 19-20, 2025, in Sandy, Utah, the conference provided a platform for experts to share […]

Wooyoung Kim’s Journey in Transportation Engineering Meet Wooyoung Kim, a recent graduate from the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, who is now making an impact in the field of Transportation Engineering. With a blend of early exposure to civil engineering and hands-on academic experience, Kim is launching his transportation engineering career at Horrocks Engineers, […]

Pictured above: Drs. Brian McPherson (left) and Tiafu Xu (right) answer questions in Layton Auditorium after Xu’s Seminar. On February 6, the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Utah launched its inaugural Distinguished Seminar Series, inviting leading experts to share cutting-edge research and advancements in the field. Dr. Brian McPherson, USTAR […]

Quantum Science and AI Meet Nuclear Forensics Detecting and analyzing nuclear materials is a critical challenge in global security, yet current methods often struggle with accuracy, efficiency, and scalability. One of the biggest gaps in nuclear forensics is the lack of advanced materials capable of reliably sensing radiation and providing clear, identifiable signals. Dr. Ed […]

  The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) hosted the 2025 Regions 8 & 9 Workshop for Student Chapter Leaders (WSCL) and Practitioner and Faculty Advisor Training Workshop from January 17–18 in San Diego, California. This annual event brings together student chapter leaders, ASCE younger members, and regional professionals for networking, leadership development, and insights […]

  The Utah Nuclear Engineering Program (UNEP) is proud to announce that research by Dr. Tara Mastren and former Ph.D. student Dr. Connor Holiski has been featured by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). Their work explores advanced isotope separation techniques with potential applications in cancer treatment, specifically in improving the production of medical isotopes […]