Research & Impact

Tackling Societal Challenges

At the College of Engineering, your research potential rises to new heights with our liberating approach that goes far beyond individual disciplines or departments. This breakthrough collaborative structure fully integrates knowledge, tools and ways of thinking as you tackle complex scientific and societal challenges.

Intelligent, Autonomous & Secure Systems

CONVERGENCE IN ACTION

Data must be harnessed and leveraged in order to realize its infinite potential. BU ENG experts in data science, robotics, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and more apply cross-disciplinary problem-solving skills to turn data into solutions for almost every sector of our society. The next generation of connected, automated vehicles will generate data that leads to smarter cities.

Convergent Research Themes

Research, education, and faculty and student recruitment are centered on six cross-cutting areas where the Boston University College of Engineering has existing strength and potential to make significant impact.

Our Convergent Research Approach

Collaborative Environment

Together with our research centers and institutes and our award-winning faculty, you will have everything you need to deliver insights and ideas that are poised to transform this century and beyond.

Department Research Areas

Engineered for Impact

A selection of convergent research accomplishments.

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