The University of Edinburgh has officially opened a major new state-of-the-art engineering facility that it says will transform education, research and industry collaboration. The Engineering Forum will support experiential learning and research in fields such as renewable energy systems and future electronics. Located at the King’s Buildings campus in the south of the city, … [Read more...] about University of Edinburgh opens new flagship engineering centre
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Biomimicry course helps to inspire medical engineering students
A researcher in the biomedical engineering department at Texas A&M University is using a scaffolded, inquiry-based biomimicry course to inspire students to design solutions by learning from nature. Charles Patrick, professor of practice, has demonstrated that learning outcomes improved through an approach that allowed students to practice design throughout … [Read more...] about Biomimicry course helps to inspire medical engineering students
IMechE launches project specification contest for its Design Challenge
The Institution of Mechanical Engineering has launched a competition to create the project specifications for a new device for its Design Challenge, an annual competition for engineering and engineering sciences students from universities and university technical colleges (UTCs). For 2027, the Design Challenge Steering Committee is looking for innovative projects that could … [Read more...] about IMechE launches project specification contest for its Design Challenge
James Dyson Award 2026 open for entries
The James Dyson Award, a global design engineering competition that has supported more than 400 inventions, has opened for submissions for 2026. The award invites current and recent design and engineering students across 28 countries and regions to present ideas that tackle real-world problems. Shortlisted entries will be reviewed by national judging panels of design and … [Read more...] about James Dyson Award 2026 open for entries
University of Bath establishes new industry mentorship scheme
The University of Bath has established a new industry mentorship scheme designed to enable engagement between academics and industry for knowledge exchange and the alignment of university research with sector needs. The Mentoring for Industry Collaboration scheme was co-designed with the Business Partnerships and Knowledge Exchange (BPKE) team and the Faculty of Engineering … [Read more...] about University of Bath establishes new industry mentorship scheme