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The flexible Course 2-A program is very important because it shows that you can provide an extremely rigorous accredited engineering education while still adapting to the modern themes that are emerging in real engineering jobs.

- Professor Peko Hosoi

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Engineering Fluids at the Nanoscale

Professor Rohit Karnik addresses real-world challenges with his micro- and nano-fluidics research, uncovering the unique behavior of fluid flow at the molecular level.

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Flexible yet sturdy robot is designed to “grow” like a plant

A new “growing robot” developed by Professor Harry Asada can navigate through tight spaces - such as an aircraft's propulsion system - and lift heavy loads, tighten screws, or grab items.