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Danmeng Shuai in his lab

Leading the Fight Against Viral Threats Through Environmental Engineering

May 27, 2026

On May 7, CEE Prof. Danmeng Shuai was honored by the Washington Academy of Sciences, receiving its Excellence in Research Award and being selected as an Academy Fellow.

(L to R) Professors Elias Balaras, Xitong Liu, and Ahmed Louri

Faculty Awards Highlight GW Engineering’s Commitment to Societal Impact

May 20, 2026

Professor Xitong Liu was named the Early Career GW Inventor of the Year, cementing a dual victory in innovation for GW Engineering in recent faculty awards from the university.

Assistant Professor Xitong Liu introduced a research spotlight and capabilities panel.

Energy Innovation and Arctic Collaboration Explored at GW Seminar

April 13, 2026

CEE Professor Xitong Liu recently attended a GW-hosted seminar that brought together leaders in diplomacy, policy, research, and innovation from the United States and Finland.