ECE Alumni News
Sep 30, 2025
AI Chips Are Getting Hotter. A Microfluidics Breakthrough Goes Straight to the Silicon To Cool up to Three Times Better.
Electrical engineering alumna Judy Priest was featured in the Microsoft News article “AI chips are getting hotter. A microfluidics breakthrough goes straight to the silicon to cool up to three times better.”
Sep 25, 2025
Bridging Together Computer Engineering and Computer Science for Powerful Research
Thomas Michel, E’25, computer engineering and computer science, gained a vast number of technical skills and deepened his understanding of two industries in his double degree program. Throughout his journey at Northeastern, he has worked on advanced research projects, engaged in vigorous coursework and gained real-world work experience through two incredible co-ops.
Sep 25, 2025
When Passion Fuels Innovation
Shengbo Zhao, E’25, electrical and computer engineering, found his passion for hands-on work developing innovative technologies and code while taking classes in his degree program. In both his coursework and co-op opportunities, Zhao has worked on inventive and impactful projects that showcase his advanced skills and allow him to tap into his interests.
Sep 08, 2025
Zepsor Technologies Taps Spark Fund to Scale Zero-Power Sensor Solutions
ECE Professor Matteo Rinaldi and Associate Research Professor Zhenyun Qian founded Zepsor Technologies, an innovative tech company that has developed a zero-power sensor that could reduce the demand for battery replacements.
Aug 20, 2025
Working With AI in an Ever-Evolving World
Ashutosh Iwale, MS’24, robotics, was inspired to study robotics after learning about the robotic systems NASA sends to Mars. During his master’s program, he has expanded his knowledge in the field and discovered his interest in working with AI in a world where technology is constantly evolving.
May 13, 2025
Stephen Lynch, E’89, Credits Northeastern for Success in Energy Industry
During his address at the College of Engineering undergraduate commencement ceremony, Stephen Lynch, E’89, electrical engineering, shared how his co-op experiences at General Motors and a nuclear power plant prepared him professionally and gave him the confidence that drove his success.
Apr 03, 2025
Affinity Student Groups 20th Annual Joint Recognition Banquet
Students, faculty, staff, alumni, and corporate partners were recognized for their commitments to engineering affinity student groups at the 20th Annual Joint Recognition Banquet. The participating groups included SHPE, SWE, BESS, and SASE.
Feb 25, 2025
Young Alumni Impact Award Winners Share Their Career Journeys
As part of Engineers Week, Gregory Abowd, dean of the College of Engineering, presented the college’s inaugural Young Alumni Impact Awards to six recent graduates who are transforming industries and inspiring the next generation. The award recipients shared their career journeys and how they turned their experiential education into impactful careers. View the video recap and photo gallery.