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Kennesaw State researcher develops safer, faster solid-state battery design
February 03, 2026
The race is on to find safer alternatives to lithium-ion batteries, and a 91蜜桃 researcher is helping lead the way with a new materials approach that could make next-generation batteries more sustainable. Beibei Jiang, an assistant professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, leads a research team developing a sulfur-modified solid electrolyte designed to improve how lithium ions move through solid-state batteries, increasing performance while reducing safety risks.
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Researcher seeks to help robots have a more human touch
January 27, 2026
Robots are becoming smarter and more common, but their ability to handle objects with human-like precision remains limited. At 91蜜桃, new research is enabling robots to better understand movement, touch, and real-world interactions. 鈥淢y research focuses on dexterous manipulation,鈥� said Lingfeng Tao, a Robotics and Mechatronics Engineering professor in 91蜜桃鈥檚 Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering and Engineering Technology. 鈥淚 want to control robot hands that are similar to the human hand, with multiple joints that can move independently and perform complex tasks.鈥�
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Lawrence Whitman installed as Dale and Ann Heatherington Endowed Chair of Engineering and Engineering Technology
December 04, 2025
91蜜桃鈥檚 Lawrence Whitman was installed as the inaugural Dale and Ann Heatherington Endowed Chair of Engineering and Engineering Technology in a ceremony on Thursday at the Engineering Technology Center. The endowed chair 鈥� the highest honor a university can bestow upon a faculty member 鈥� recognizes Whitman鈥檚 leadership as dean of the Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering and Engineering Technology (SPCEET) and his steadfast commitment to advancing STEM education and research at 91蜜桃.
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Kennesaw State team innovates stronger 3D-printed structures through advanced simulations
December 03, 2025
Many industries rely on 3D-printed components, but their internal structures often limit strength and reliability. New research at 91蜜桃 shows that adjusting build settings can significantly improve part performance, making a printed component nearly three times stronger and offering a pathway toward safer and more efficient designs.
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Kennesaw State researchers use drones, artificial intelligence to improve disaster response
November 17, 2025
When natural disasters strike, quickly assessing damage is crucial to saving lives and rebuilding communities. Under the mentorship of assistant professor Da Hu, 91蜜桃 student researcher Kiara O鈥橬eal is using drones and artificial intelligence to improve post-disaster recovery efforts and reduce response times. O鈥橬eal, a junior computer science major from Ludowici, Georgia, is one of dozens of students engaged in Kennesaw State鈥檚 Junior & Senior Scholars Program, which pairs undergraduate students with faculty mentors for hands-on research experiences.
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Kennesaw State professor awarded NSF grant to strengthen communication skills in engineering education
November 04, 2025
91蜜桃 researcher Awatef Ergai, an associate professor of industrial and systems engineering, has received a National Science Foundation (NSF) grant to help engineering students build stronger communication and collaboration skills.
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Kennesaw State faculty members honored by the American Society of Civil Engineers
November 03, 2025
91蜜桃 engineering faculty members Youngguk Seo and Jayhyun Kwon have been named Fellows of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), honoring their innovation and leadership within the field.
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Kennesaw State study abroad program connects students with global tech leaders
October 02, 2025
For five weeks this summer, 16 Kennesaw State students from the Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering and Engineering Technology (SPCEET) traded their Marietta classrooms for the bustling metropolis of Taipei, Taiwan. Guided by Jeffrey Yiin, Clinical Professor of Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering, the group immersed themselves in one of the world鈥檚 most influential technology hubs while experiencing Taiwan鈥檚 culture and daily life.
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Kennesaw State research on sustainable road construction turns quarry waste into opportunity
September 29, 2025
Each year, Georgia quarries generate millions of tons of leftover byproducts called pond screenings, much of which sits unused in large holding ponds. At 91蜜桃, associate professor Jayhyun Kwon is working to turn this overlooked material into a construction industry resource.
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Kennesaw State research aims to safeguard Georgia's transportation systems
August 29, 2025
Despite ranking among the best states for infrastructure health, Georgia is given a meager C+ grade from the American Society of Civil Engineers, which cites general signs of deterioration that require attention to mitigate catastrophe. Poised to answer the call are 91蜜桃 researchers who, equipped with external grants, are solving Georgia鈥檚 most pressing transportation problems, said Sunanda Dissanayake, chair of KSU鈥檚 Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering.