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College of Engineering News

An image of Shuji Nakamura, who earned the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2014 for his breakthrough invention with blue LEDs.

Jul 06, 2026
CNN Profiles Nobel Laureate Shuji Nakamura and His Quest to Power the World

The distinguished professor of electrical and computer engineering and materials at UCSB literally lit up the world — and now wants to power it. 

Source: CNN
A photo of Shuji Nakamura taken at Oxford with two other recipients of honorary degrees

Jun 26, 2026
Oxford Honors UCSB Nobel Laureate Shuji Nakamura

The University of Oxford awarded Nakamura an honorary degree during its annual Encaenia ceremony, recognizing the global impact of his discoveries in light, energy, and engineering.

A photo from the awards ceremony of Jonathan Klamkin, third from left, receiving the 2026 Indium Phosphide and Related Materials Award

Jun 25, 2026
UCSB Faculty Honored for Outstanding Contributions to Compound Semiconductor Research

Jonathan Klamkin and Sriram Krishnamoorthy recognized for pioneering advances in compound semiconductor research and technology.

A two-part illustration showing neutron-scattering signatures from a polymer at rest (left) and in a high-shear-rate flow (right).

Jun 23, 2026
Matthew Helgeson is Recognized for Taking Neutron Scattering to the Next Level

Innovations in his lab have advanced an important process for understanding soft materials.

An image of submerged pink berries, which are consortia of bacteria commonly found on sediment. A dime is in the image to provide scale for the size of the pinkberries.

Jun 19, 2026
Bridging Discovery and Impact: Keck Foundation Investment Powers Breakthrough Research at UCSB

Partnership supports faculty and PhD students pursuing bold ideas at the frontiers of science

Head shots of the 2026 Outstanding Faculty recipients, Phil Christopher, Yoga Isukapalli, Eric Vigoda, Geoff Tsai, and Clint Schow

Jun 08, 2026
Class of 2026 Recognizes Outstanding Faculty

Graduating seniors honor five faculty members for their inspiring teaching, mentorship, and impact in the classroom.

Head shots of the 2026 Outstanding Teaching Assistant recipients

Jun 04, 2026
Class of 2026 Honors Outstanding Teaching Assistants

Engineering graduate students are recognized for mentorship, leadership, and commitment to student success

Headshots of Matthew Tirrell Award recipient Sammy Lesner, and Hynes-Wood Award winners Nikhil Kapasi Nikhil Kapasi

Jun 03, 2026
Recognizing Excellence in Leadership, Service, and Research

Graduating students honored with prestigious Hynes-Wood and Tirrell awards, the most prestigious honors given by The Robert Mehrabian College of Engineering. 

Head shots of the five Outstanding Seniors from the Class of 2026, including Anuj Acharya, Michael Wu, Sammy Lesner, Mohamed Elfouly, and Henry Easton

Jun 03, 2026
Meet the Outstanding Seniors in The Robert Mehrabian College of Engineering’s Class of 2026

Academic excellence, leadership, community impact, and undergraduate research define this year’s nominees

Headshot of Anika Jena, recipient of the 2026 Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Research

Jun 03, 2026
Anika Jena Receives Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Research

The chemical engineering senior was honored for her significant contributions as an undergraduate researcher.

Head shots of Tau Beta Pi Fellows Anika Jena (pictured on left in red) and Lily Chen (pictured on right in front of the Bent, the official symbol and monument of Tau Beta Pi)

Jun 02, 2026
Two Engineering Students Earn Prestigious Tau Beta Pi Graduate Fellowships

Anika Jena and Lily Chen are recognized among the nation’s top engineering students.

A picture of graduation caps in the air as part of the celebration after commencement.

Jun 02, 2026
UCSB Engineering Celebrates a Record-Breaking Graduating Class

A Google executive and UCSB alumnus will deliver the keynote commencement address to the class of 2026.

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