The Spring 2026 issue of WPI’s School of Engineering newsletter highlights a range of innovative research, achievements, and community impact across faculty, students, and alumni. Featured breakthroughs include a new steerable optical fiber for less invasive larynx surgery, bat-inspired drone navigation for use in hazardous environments, and research on predicting and preventing bone injuries in runners. The issue also reflects on Robert Goddard’s lasting influence on modern rocketry, showcases alumni success in data-driven NASCAR engineering, and spotlights students advancing urban planning and aerospace innovation. Additional news covers developments in humanoid robots, wearable health sensors, and spacecraft reentry science, while events like the ASEE conference emphasize WPI’s leadership in project-based engineering education and continued commitment to real-world impact.
In this Issue
- Heart valves: Studying risk factors and targeting new therapies
- Human AI: Designing tech that supports human thinking
- Food safety: Virus-coated polymer traps bacteria
- Scale stress: Routine weigh-ins may influence patient blood pressure
May's SECURE IT newsletter is about SUMMER SCAMS because at this time of year many people are looking for summer jobs, special outings, and vacation deals. Of course, the fraudsters are ready to exploit those searches so we provide tips for cybersafe summer preparations!
In this issue:
- From the CISTO
- Common Summer Scams & How to Avoid Them
- Using Personal Email Is Best
- Public Wi-Fi Risks
- Learning with Laughter
- Featured Videos
- In the News & by the Numbers
- Resources
- Cybersecurity Spotlight
Alzheimer’s detection, smartwatch threats, a new dean, and more!
The Finance & Operations Newsletter contains important information for the WPI Community related to finance due dates, policies, procedures, and trainings.
The Research @ WPI April 2026 Newsletter has arrived in inboxes.
In This Issue
- Bat-inspired drones: Ultrasound and AI help small drones navigate hazardous conditions
- Research leadership: New dean to guide interdisciplinary research and student innovation
- Laser surgery: Fiber-optic tech for outpatient larynx procedures
- Rocket legacy: Goddard’s launch shaped modern space propulsion research
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