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


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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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Katy Markley

Research Program Manager

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Mary Nauman

Research Development Specialist

Research News

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Civil engineering student builds future at UC

February 10, 2026

At the College of Engineering and Applied Science, students have the opportunity to engage in meaningful research work with expert faculty. Vinay Chandra Patnala was drawn to the University of Cincinnati to further his knowledge in the field of civil engineering by pursuing a master's degree. Focusing on projects related to steel connections and increasing structural efficiency, Patnala was named Graduate Student Engineer of the Month by CEAS.

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Co-op offers chance to experience a career in manufacturing

February 9, 2026

William Walker, a second-year chemical engineering major at the University of Cincinnati, discusses his first cooperative education experience at American Rheinmetall. Walker is a graduate of Walnut Hills High School in Cincinnati and a Marian Spencer Scholar.