Chemical engineering research takes place within a highly collaborative cross-disciplinary research atmosphere. The Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, Arts & Sciences and Agriculture, Food and Environment are within a 10-minute walk of the College of Engineering. Our faculty members also conduct research with the Center for Applied Energy Research, a nationally recognized leader in renewable energy solutions, as well as the Center of Membrane Sciences, UK Superfund Research Center, Center for Pharmaceutical Research and Innovation and the Center for Clinical and Translational Science.
Alumnus Carlos Cabrera Inducted into National Academy of Engineering
Mr. Cabrera received induction “For leadership in developing and commercializing widely adopted processes for fuels and intermediate chemicals.”
Matthew Morse Play Selected for National Playwriting Program, Advances to National Semi-Finals
Morse is a senior chemical engineering major who is minoring in theatre.
K'Lynn King and Tracy Drain Win Lyman T. Johnson Awards
The program honors and celebrates African American students and alumni from each college who epitomize the ideals of Lyman T. Johnson.