ASM International, the world’s largest association of materials-centric engineers and scientists, has announced the winners of the 2025 DomesDay competition, held in Detroit, Michigan. Ten teams from seven universities designed and built a dome that was judged in various categories, the last of which saw each dome go up against the compression machine. First place went to … [Read more...] about DomesDay competition winners announced
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Norman Foster Institute inaugurates 2026 Master’s programme on sustainable cities
The Norman Foster Institute (NFI) has officially inaugurated the 2026 edition of its Master’s programme on sustainable cities in Madrid, marking the beginning of a new academic year. The programme brings together students from a broad range of nationalities and professional backgrounds, including architecture, journalism, research, urban planning, design and … [Read more...] about Norman Foster Institute inaugurates 2026 Master’s programme on sustainable cities
NMITE and the British Army launch new undergraduate degree in autonomous systems
The New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering (NMITE) has reached an agreement with the UK armed forces to develop a new undergraduate degree in autonomous systems that will be set to welcome its first students in September 2026. Built on NMITE’s hands-on pedagogy, the new degree will lead to a Masters in engineering (MEng) in three years, rather than the normal … [Read more...] about NMITE and the British Army launch new undergraduate degree in autonomous systems
British Engines welcomes 29 new apprentices across the North East
British Engines Group has welcomed 29 new apprentices across its North East businesses to help build sector skills, drive business growth and nurture the next generation of engineering talent across the region. The apprentices, aged 16–23, beat a record 490 applicants to secure their place and will now embark on a four-year programme, training in roles including machining, … [Read more...] about British Engines welcomes 29 new apprentices across the North East
Gresham Smith partners with Carnegie Mellon to shape the future of design and engineering
Tennessee-based architecture, engineering and consultancy services firm Gresham Smith has entered a formal industry partnership with Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, aimed at addressing some of the biggest challenges within the design industry, exploring emerging trends and driving innovation in the field of engineering. As part of the agreement, … [Read more...] about Gresham Smith partners with Carnegie Mellon to shape the future of design and engineering