Materials Science and Engineering Researcher Discovers New Phenomenon in Crystals

May 2013

Steels, a type of crystalline material, were first created more than 3,500 years ago, and are the most widely used material in the world. A University of North Texas materials scientist has discovered a new behavior in steel, which could help industry to develop stronger materials in the future....

UNT’s Sustainability Efforts Earn National Recognition

May 2013

The University of North Texas has become a leader in sustainability through collaborations, education, research and its daily operations. UNT’s eco-friendly education legacy began with water research in the 1930s. Today, the university combines an earth-friendly philosophy with hands-on...

Technology Could Replace Bone-cutting Surgical Tools With Laser

April 2013

UNT's Materials Science and Engineering chair, Dr. Narendra Dahotre, was featured in the Dallas Business Journal for a patent he filed on technology that could replace surgical saws, hammers and drills with lasers to cut bones. View the original Biz Journals article, or find additional information...

UNT Hispanic Engineers Receive Award at Regional Conference

April 2013

The UNT Chapter of the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE UNT) was recognized by SHPE Region 5 with the Regional Involvement Award. The award was presented on April 20 at the Regional Leadership Development Conference (RLDC) held at the University of Texas at San Antonio. RLDC is a...