Research Archive - Fowler School of Engineering

Advancing Engineering: Celebrating the 2026 Recipients of the Nachman Family Innovation Challenge

June 10, 2026 by Olivia Venegas-Kalaw | Research

The Fowler School of Engineering is proud to announce the two recipients of this year’s Nachman Family Innovation Challenge. Candidates for this award must be enrolled in the MS in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science program, pursuing the thesis track, and developing research with ideas that advance the fields of engineering and computer science. This marks the third year the Fowler School of Engineering has offered the Nachman

Chapman Engineering Faculty’s Research on Education for Visually Impaired STEM Learning Secures National Science Foundation Funding “Overall, the grant transformed our idea into a tangible, testable product,” - Dr. Etezadbrojerdi.

January 5, 2026 by Owen Lucas Agbayani | Research

At the Fowler School of Engineering (FSE), research opportunities extend beyond the classroom. For many students, research projects can take more than one semester to progress. For faculty, special topics may be studied and examined for years to come. This year, two incredible engineering faculty demonstrated the breadth and depth of their passion for assistive

Chapman Engineering Students Present Innovative Research at Fall 2025 Student Scholar Symposium

December 16, 2025 by Owen Lucas Agbayani | Research

On Wednesday, December 3rd, and Thursday, December 4th, Fowler School of Engineering students presented their research to the Chapman University campus during the Fall Student Scholar Symposium. The symposium, which is hosted biannually by the Center for Undergraduate Excellence, featured Fowler students and their groundbreaking research in various fields, from software engineering to data analytics.

Data Science Student and Chapman Engineering Faculty Receive IEEE Best Paper Award for Their Faculty-Mentored Research “I gained skills that I believe can only be taught through working on complex long-term projects like this.” - Maha Bhatti (Data Science ‘26)

October 6, 2025 by Olivia Venegas-Kalaw | Students

Chapman University and the Fowler School of Engineering offer numerous opportunities for undergraduate students to pursue research. With faculty experienced in various engineering fields, students can choose to research photonics, machine learning, and so much more. Faculty-mentored research provides opportunities for students, facilitating growth not only in their research skills but also in their professional

Chapman Engineers Pursue Real-World Impacts through Innovative Summer Research Fowler Engineering’s Summer Researchers Reimagine Interior Design via VR Integration, Reduce Urban Heat Impacts, and More

August 11, 2025 by Lauren Sieberg | Students

For numerous Fowler School of Engineering (FSE) students, summer break is not only a time for rest and relaxation; it is also a welcome opportunity to engage with rigorous research endeavors across campus. Here at Chapman, engineering students are encouraged to participate in a multitude of diverse research opportunities throughout the year, ranging from independent

Engineering for a New Era: Chapman Engineering Welcomes New Interim Dean Kendall Harris Meet Dr. Kendall Harris, Interim Dean for Fowler School of Engineering

August 1, 2025 by Lauren Sieberg | Research

At Fowler School of Engineering (FSE), a new academic year brings opportunities for innovative breakthroughs in technology and higher education. As such, we are beyond pleased to welcome Dr. Kendall Harris, PhD, P.E., who will guide these endeavors of academic and research excellence through his service as the Fowler School of Engineering’s Interim Dean. Dr.

Nachman Family Innovation Challenge Award Recipients Stretch Bounds of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Innovation Congratulations to the 2025 Nachman Challenge awardees, Tiffany Le and Brandon Lee

June 3, 2025 by Lauren Sieberg | Students

Here at the Fowler School of Engineering (FSE), graduate students are empowered to tackle practical challenges and adopt an entrepreneurial mindset as they pursue their advanced education. The Nachman Family Innovation Challenge offers vital resources to make this happen. Thanks to the support of the Nachman family and the Beckman Foundation, the program provides research

Fowler Engineers Engage the Chapman Community, Present their Groundbreaking Research at Spring Student Scholar Symposium

May 15, 2025 by Lauren Sieberg | Students

On Wednesday, May 7, and Thursday, May 8, 2025, Fowler School of Engineering (FSE) students showcased their extensive academic research at the Spring Student Scholar Symposium. At this bi-annual event organized by the Center for Undergraduate Excellence (CUE), undergraduate engineering researchers engaged the wider Chapman community by presenting their investigative journeys and discoveries. Through

Three Engineering Faculty Selected for The Fletcher Jones Foundation Faculty Fellows in Engineering for Their Research in Gesture-Controlled AI, Predictive Health Modeling, and Infinite-Dimensional Proof Systems Congratulations to Dr. Trudi Qi, Dr. Yuxin Wen and Dr. Jonathan Weinberger

April 23, 2025 by Lauren Henderson | Research

Professors Trudi Qi, Yuxin Wen, and Jonathan Weinberger were chosen as the 2025 Fletcher Jones Foundation Faculty Fellows in Engineering recipients. They join their fellow engineering faculty, Dr. Emad Arasteh, Dr. Mark Harrison, and Dr. Nasim Mohammadi Estakhri, who were previous recipients of this honor. This three-year faculty fellowship is a testament to the potential

Celebrating Chapman Engineering’s Associate Professor of Computer Science – Dr. LouAnne Boyd

April 4, 2025 by Lauren Sieberg | Students

We are delighted to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Dr. LouAnne Boyd, who has recently been awarded tenure and promoted to Associate Professor of Computer Science for the Fowler School of Engineering (FSE). “We are all excited for Dr. Boyd whose teaching and research has a tremendous impact on our students,” shared Interim Dean Dr.