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Our PhD students share their stories about why they chose WashU, living in St. Louis, research opportunities and more.
BME Seminar: Jessica Oakes, PhD at Uncas A. Whitaker Hall
MEMS Seminar: Susmita Sarkar, MS at Stephen F. & Camilla T. Brauer Hall
IMSE Seminar: How do electrons move in organic semiconductors? Linking microstructure to transport at several length scales in conjugated polymers at Stephen F. & Camilla T. Brauer Hall
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The new complex for the McKelvey School of Engineering sits on the northeast corner of WashU's Danforth Campus. This area includes five academic buildings with research laboratories and specialized facilities that support the school's intellectual vision and plans.
Since 2000, more than $275 million has been invested in new and renovated engineering space.
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At McKelvey Engineering students have the freedom to follow their passion and make a difference in the world. What's your path?
Engineering by the numbers
No. 13
Biomedical Engineering graduate program ranking in U.S. News
82%
increase in research awards during the past seven years
60%
of first-year students are women or from underrepresented backgrounds

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