Engineering & Applied Science Research

We transform society through disruptive discoveries at the College of Engineering and Applied Science. Students and faculty create bold, new solutions that impact everyday lives — think innovative manufacturing technology, life-saving devices, health-tracking sensors, and preparing for the next pandemic. Our research touches every aspect of life, all in an effort to take our community to the next level. Next lives here.


Research pushes the boundaries of all our scientific and technical areas of endeavor. Our research accomplishments come from our dedicated faculty who never stop seeking new knowledge, and our students who are the future of engineering.

Gautam Pillay Associate Dean of Research


Contact Us

Please contact us for more information about research opportunities for students; proposal development support, partnership, sponsorship, collaboration development; or environment, health, and safety questions.

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Gautam Pillay

Associate Dean of Research

513-556-4163

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Andrea Grisell

Health and Safety Professional

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Katy Markley

Research Program Manager

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Mary Nauman

Research Development Specialist

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Laura F Pinelo

Health and Safety Director

Research News

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UC rolls out the welcome mat for the first day of class

August 27, 2025

UC students, faculty and adminstrators spoke with Cincinnati journalists about the first day of class for Fall 2025. The morning live segments also showcased the new Sheakley Indoor Practice Facility and Athletics Performance Center.

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From chemistry lab to the NFL: Alec Pierce’s Bearcat journey

August 27, 2025

Current Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Alec Pierce’s path to NFL success can be traced back to fall Wednesdays seven years ago at the University of Cincinnati. The Glen Ellyn, Illinois, native arrived at UC as a lightly recruited wide receiver with big goals: Earn a mechanical engineering degree and chase an NFL dream.

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