University of Utah, John and Marcia Price College of Engineering

06/02/2026

The future of clean energy is being built right here in Utah!

Say hello to Geothermal Strategy Partners (GSP) - The newest startup spinning out of the University of Utah. As next-generation geothermal energy scales up globally, developers face unique technical and financing hurdles. GSP is stepping in to provide the independent engineering, risk assessment, and technical services needed to make enhanced geothermal systems a widespread reality.

Congratulations to founder CHE Professor Milind Deo and the team on translating cutting-edge academic research into industry-ready solutions!

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Geothermal Strategy Partners (GSP), a new University of Utah startup, will provide independent engineering, consulting and technical services for next-generation geothermal […]

05/28/2026

The future of flight took center stage right here on campus at the U!

The John and Marcia Price College of Engineering was thrilled to participate in the 47G Project Alta Summit, hosted at the Ken Garff University Club at the University of Utah. This two-day event gathered top aerospace, infrastructure, and public-sector leaders to outline the roadmap for bringing Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) to market.

Dean Charles Musgrave attended the summit alongside key engineering faculty, demonstrating the U's commitment to advancing local supply chains, physical and digital flight infrastructure, and energy networks.
We were excited to connect with industry partners from L3Harris, XRDNA and several others.

Highlights from the summit included:
• Faculty Leadership: Mechanical Engineering Associate Professor Jake Hochhalter served as a featured panelist for "The Human Side of Infrastructure," sharing essential research insights into what a scalable, community-ready airspace requires.
•Cutting-Edge Tech: Attendees got a first-hand look at an innovative portable Vertiport and Mobile Command Center driven in for display by the Cherokee Emergency Response Unit from Oklahoma!

Thank you to for organizing an impactful summit that aligns public and private stakeholders to activate Utah’s powerhouse aerospace ecosystem.

05/27/2026

From rare earth elements to resilient supply chains, the University of Utah’s new campus-wide SMART testbed will help accelerate next-generation critical minerals research and strengthen the future of U.S. technology and manufacturing.

Read more about this new and exciting development and its connection to the Price College of Engineering at the link below!

The University of Utah is partnering with the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to launch the Strategic Materials Accelerator & […]

05/21/2026

A behind-the-scenes look at the new Price Computing and Engineering Building.

Last week, the Engineering National Advisory Council gathered to discuss our growth strategy centered around AI, entrepreneurship, and student and faculty success. We topped off the meeting with an exclusive hard-hat tour of the new building. Still under construction, but already incredible.

The five-story building will feature an expansive atrium, high-tech labs, 400-person lecture halls, and more. This will be where the next generation of engineers build, learn, and launch.

We can't wait to open the doors!

05/21/2026

Who gets protected when AI makes decisions? How do we build systems people can actually trust?

From bias and privacy to transparency and accountability, researchers at the Price College of Engineering and the One-U Responsible AI Initiative are tackling the ethical challenges shaping the future of artificial intelligence.

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As researchers across the University of Utah build, study and use generative artificial intelligence (AI), they’re uncovering high-stakes ethical questions […]

05/19/2026

With $4 million in new DOE funding, Price College of Engineering researchers are advancing next-generation solutions for nuclear waste management and transportation safety, helping strengthen the future of clean energy infrastructure.

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As the global demand for clean energy grows, so does the need to safely manage nuclear waste and ensure the […]

05/12/2026

Utah AI Convergence is now accepting submissions for its poster competition!

AI researchers, this is your moment. Submit your abstract and showcase your work on a statewide stage.

Competition details and last year's winners can be found at the link below!

Price Engineering’s Utah AI Convergence — a multidisciplinary event that brings together researchers, practitioners, and learners interested in Artificial Intelligence […]

05/08/2026

Looking back on Convocation 2026! Congratulations graduates!

A recording of the ceremony and a list of awardees can be found at the link below!

https://www.price.utah.edu/graduation/college-spring-2026

05/07/2026

The Price College of Engineering has launched a new partnership with the National Laboratory of the Rockies to advance research in energy resilience, critical minerals, and national security, while strengthening student engagement and innovation.

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The University of Utah (U) and the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR) have signed […]

05/05/2026

Distinguished Professor Cynthia Furse of Electrical and Computer Engineering is helping uncover how changing polar ice alters the flow of fluids through it—reshaping our understanding of climate processes and polar ecosystems.

Read more about this research at the link below!

Sea ice is not just solid frozen water. It’s riddled with tiny pockets and channels of liquid brine. Whether those […]