The Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus is seeking outstanding candidates with a PhD Degree in Chemical Engineering or related disciplines for one (1) tenure track Assistant Professor position. This position will support research endeavors with expertise in the development and characterization of biomaterials for sensors and cell-based applications.…
The Department of Chemical Engineering has recognized Nicole M. Pérez Torres with the Luis C. Monzón medal to the best student of the 2020-2021 graduating class. Nicole is also the recipient of the (unnamed) College of Engineering medal to the engineering student with the highest GPA, 4.0 out of 4.0, and the outstanding Luis Stefani…
In a long overdue recognition, Ángel N. Santiago Colón and Tania L. Class Martínez have been recognized with the Luis C. Monzón medal to the best students of the 2019-2020 chemical engineering graduating class. Ángel is also the recipient of the (unnamed) College of Engineering medal to the engineering student with the highest GPA, 4.0…
Doctor Arturo Hernandez-Maldonado, Professor of Chemical Engineering at UPR-Mayaguez, was selected as the 2020 James Y. Oldshue Distinguished Lecturer. Dr. Hernandez’s talk titled “Advancements in the Design of Porous Materials for the Adsorption of Contaminants of Emerging Concern from Water” was delivered at the 2020 AIChE Annual Meeting. Access the full article at UPRM.edu: The James…
Doctor Maribella Domenech was awarded a $1.4M grant by the National Institute of Health (NIH) for her project titled “Distinct contributions of mesenchymal cell niches in the therapeutic potential of breast cancer cells”. The 4-year project aims to develop predictive cellular models for the therapeutic response of breast cancer. The studies will provide new biological insights into the modulation of tumor…
The Coki Racing Team, UPRM’s ChemE Car team, won first place in poster presentation and second place in the race on the Regional Competition of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers UPRM’s car raced 23.89 meters out of the 24 meter-objective, winning second place and qualifying for the National Competition. For more details read the…
Professor David Suleiman was recognized by the Minority Affairs Committee (MAC) of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) with the 2020 Eminent Chemical Engineers Award. The awards recognize professionals who identify as members of an underrepresented group and have served as mentors and role models of underrepresented minorities in engineering and other technical accomplishments…
Idea Platform te invita a escuchar al fundador de la marca local “Pícalo”, hablar sobre como está cambiando la forma de vestir en Puerto Rico. Este startup puertorriqueño se ha enfocado en resaltar la belleza y el arte que tiene Puerto Rico a través de sus camisas y gorras hechas por jóvenes puertorriqueños. Acompáñanos para…
Saludos La iniciativa social Relevo Por La Vida de la Sociedad Americana Contra El Cáncer se llevará acabo el sábado 23 de y domingo 24 abril. Esta actividad se celebra todos los años y AEGIQ esta comprometida con la misma. Mediante la caminata alrededor de una pista del colegio de hasta 24 horas, los…
Admisiones graduadas UPRM: Último recordatorio Inicia estudios graduados en UPRM en agosto, 2016 Tienes más de 40 programas para escoger (http://grad.uprm.edu/oeg/InformacionSolicitantes/) y todavía estás a tiempo para solicitar. *Fecha límite para radicar la solicitud de admisión en línea: 15 de marzo de 2016 *Fecha límite para que la Oficina de Estudios Graduados reciba los documentos…