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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.
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.
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.