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, assistant professor of at 51¾«Æ·ÊÓƵ’s Swanson School of Engineering, and Jonathan Malen, professor of mechanical engineering at CMU, recently received a $500,000  from the National Science Foundation to develop a thermoelectric semiconductor using tungsten disulfide to convert waste heat into energy. 

This collaboration seeks to make converting heat lost in energy production back into usable electricity that’s more efficient.

The team will work closely with local communities to encourage students from all backgrounds to explore engineering careers and foster interest in nanotechnology. Outreach efforts will include lab demonstrations, summer internships and career workshops.