The International Journal for Numerical Methods in Engineering has issued a special volume: Nonlinear Methods in Finite Elements for Solids - An issue celebrating the 90th Birthday of Bob Taylor. This celebratory volume honoring Prof. Taylor was edited by Berkeley Profs. Govindjee and Papadopoulos together with Prof. Wriggers from Leibnitz University, Hannover Germany.
CEE Professor William Ibbs has been appointed by State Controller Betty Yee to serve as the Chair of the California High-Speed Rail Authority (HSRA) Peer Review Committee. Prior to his recent appointment, he has served as a member of the committee for the past year. The purpose of the Committee is to review the planning, engineering, financing, and other elements of the HSRA business plan and review funding plans prior to requests for appropriation of bond proceeds for capital cost expenditures.
Join us on Friday, October 25th, from 5 pm to 8 pm to learn about the latest in Berkeley CEE, where we’ll highlight all the exciting activities underway in our community! The event will feature lightning talks, research posters, research centers, and networking. Space is limited, and all guests must register in advance to confirm attendance.
On Wednesday, September 11th, Banatao Auditorium was buzzing with energy as CSI CEO Ashraf Habibullah delivered an engaging and insightful talk on the importance of "human engineering" in education. Drawing on research from the Carnegie Foundation, which highlights that 85% of financial success is attributed to interpersonal skills rather than technical expertise, Habibullah emphasized the need for students—especially those in technical fields—to incorporate human engineering into their education.
Join us on Friday, October 4th at 5:30 pm for an unforgettable evening of fun and excitement! This event is reserved exclusively for Students, Faculty and Staff of the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering. Space is limited and all CEE Guests must register in advance to confirm attendance.
The (CEE)² Program teamed up with New World Architects’ (NWA) Summer Camp to tour the construction site of the new Bechtel Engineering Center on UC Berkeley’s campus. This environmental design-based camp focuses on educating middle school students from underrepresented communities about various architectural professions. Now in its 10th year, the NWA camp organizers integrated Construction and Building Systems into their dynamic curriculum.
Gas-powered engines consist of thousands of parts that move against each other, while a typical electric vehicle (EV) has only a few dozen moving parts. This simplicity results in lower maintenance costs and easier upkeep due to less wear and tear. As a result, EVs can outlast the average 200,000-mile lifespan of gas-powered vehicles, making them a more economical and durable option for drivers. The technology behind EVs is continuously improving.
We are thrilled to announce that Kelly Vernon has taken on a new role as Staff Director of the Community Engaged Education in Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE)² program! In this new position, Kelly brings a wealth of experience and a visionary approach, aiming to advance our mission of fostering innovation and excellence within the CEE community.
The (CEE)² program is an innovative initiative dedicated to advancing community engagement in research, teaching, and service across the department. It focuses on building relationships and strengthening partnerships with local Bay Area communities, equipping faculty, staff, and students to navigate community engagement opportunities effectively.
As the (CEE)² Staff Director, Kelly will oversee the development and implementation of cutting-edge initiatives to support our students, faculty, and research efforts. Her leadership will play a key role in driving the program's goals to enhance academic opportunities, promote diversity and inclusion, and strengthen industry partnerships. We invite you to join us in welcoming Kelly Vernon to her new role and supporting her on this exciting journey with the (CEE)² program. Stay tuned for more updates!
