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Jul 17

Smarter math, better power grids Opens in new window

Research from Carnegie Mellon University’s Department of Chemical Engineering reveals that the mathematical shortcuts traditionally used to plan our energy grids have a blind spot.

Jul 08

Optimizing for early success in research Opens in new window

Research in process systems engineering, recognized by AIChE's Outstanding Young Researcher Award, led Carnegie Mellon alumni to careers in higher education.

Apr 10

Victor Alves joins ChemE faculty Opens in new window

The Department of Chemical Engineering is pleased to announce its newest faculty member, Assistant Professor Victor Alves, effective August 2026. Alves collaborates with researchers to bring his unique data science expertise to a wide range of challenges.

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Grossmann presents keynote at IEEE International Conference

ChemE’s Ignacio Grossmann presented a keynote address at the IEEE International Conference on Automation Science and Engineering in Shenyang, China.

Grossmann to present at University of Cantabria

Professor Ignacio Grossmann of Carnegie Mellon University's Center for Advanced Process Decision-making will present "Computational Strategies for Optimizing Multiperiod Blending and Integrated Design of Wind Farms" at the University of Cantabria in Spain on September 14.

Alumni earn Rising Star Professorships

Two ChemE alumni from the Ph.D. program's class of 2021 have been recognized with Rising Star Professorships at Purdue University. Can Li develops optimization and machine learning methods for applications in energy, chemical and biological systems. David Bernal Neira applies mathematical and computational methods to large-scale optimization problems in process systems and energy engineering. Both are assistant professors in the Davidson School of Chemical Engineering at Purdue. 

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Kitchen, Laird discuss AI in education at FOPAM 2026

ChemE’s John Kitchin and Carl Laird will present “Designing the Future Engineer: How AI Is Transforming Learning, Work, and Discovery” at the Foundations of Process/Product Analytics and Machine Learning (FOPAM) 2026 conference taking place July 26-30 in Decatur, GA.

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