SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production
Author(s): Kurt Lindenthal, Tyler Riggs, Edward Miller, Jaqueline Simon Villacis Advisor(s): Adam Powell Category: Undergraduate Abstract: Magnesium is a very common and highly reactive metal that is primarily found in our oceans, and in metal scrap. Magnesium is commonly used to produce metal alloys, but its reactivity makes it useful for power generation. This project… Read more (UG10) High Energy Density Magnesium-Air Battery for Shipping, Rail and Aviation Electrification and Grid Storage
Author(s): Matthew Adam, Ryan Antes, Eli Hoffberg, Connor Gaudette Advisor(s): Isa Bar-On, Erin Solovey, Tess Meier Category: Undergraduate Abstract: Southern Arava Research and Development studies agricultural practices on Medjool dates to support local farmers and protect the industry from water shortages and plant diseases. At Southern Arava Research and Development, the previously used data collection… Read more (UG09) Updating an Automated Scale for the Study of Dates
Author(s): Maggie Paratore, Randy Dyer, Kendall Haddigan, Avery Purtell Advisor(s): N/A Category: Undergraduate Abstract: Hawai’i’s freshwater is a limited resource facing multiple threats. The Honolulu Board of Water Supply works to spread the importance of water conservation to residents through educational outreach and communication methods. The challenge is to convey the same water conservation message… Read more (UG06)* Identifying barriers and developing solutions to meet water conservation needs on Oʻahu
Author(s): Sol Giesso and Patrick King Advisor(s): Robert Traver and Carol Stimmel Category: Undergraduate Abstract: The project will improve a local sustainability certification, “Hecho en Monteverde” (HEM). The certification will foster long-term economic resilience through circular and orange economies. The project made the current certification criteria more measurable, feasible, and relevant for food sector businesses.… Read more (UG04) Hecho en Monteverde: An evaluation of and improved criteria for a voluntary sustainability certification
Author(s): Gabriel Espinosa, Abigail Holmes, Hildey McCorkell, Jackson Nguyen Advisor(s): Paul Mathisen and Nicole Luiz Category: Undergraduate Abstract: The WPI Green Team is spearheading efforts to reduce food waste in campus dining halls as well as throughout WPI Greek Life. The team’s Project Zero Waste Initiative promotes sustainable practices by encouraging students to be conscious… Read more (UG03) From Cafeteria to Compost: Sustainable Food Waste Management at WPI
Author(s): Mehrnoush Famil Dardashti Advisor(s): Jamal Yagoobi Category: Graduate Abstract: Spray drying is a method of producing a dry powder from a liquid or slurry by rapidly drying with a hot gas. Ultrasonic nozzles has emerged as a promising technology that offers several advantages over conventional spray drying methods. The use of ultrasonic vibrations for… Read more (GR12) Spray Drying Using Novel Nozzle Design to Improve Droplet Formation for Fine Powders
Author(s): Zahra Noori O’Connor Advisor(s): Jamal Yagoobi Category: Graduate Abstract: One of the most energy hungry industrial processes is paper drying. It is very essential to improve the efficiency of this process and develop novel technologies that can pave the path towards electrification of the process. We have developed a novel and efficient technology for… Read more (GR07) Experimental Study of Drying of Paper with Ultrasound Mechanism
Author(s): Itamar Harris Advisor(s): Jamal Yagoobi Category: Graduate Abstract: Efficient paper drying is a significant challenge for the paper industry, prompting industry experts and researchers to seek alternative technologies. Phase change materials (PCMs) have emerged as a promising solution due to their ability to store and release heat during phase transitions from solid to liquid… Read more (GR05) Improving Paper Drying with Phase Change Materials
Authors: Jihan El Ouaragli Advisors: NA Category: Graduate Abstract: Safe and affordable drinking water is an important and basic indicator of sustainability. Its availability at the point of use can save over 2 million human lives every year and prevent over 2 billion diarrheal diseases. Here, we propose a passive and compact nanosilver-enabled composite system… Read more (GR01) A Nanosilver-Enabled Composite System for Point-of-Use Potable Water: Towards Safe and Affordable Drinking Water for Everyone!
Authors: John Denney, Brian Gomez, Annarose Avery, Ryan Addeche, Emre Sunar Advisors: Jack Yebba, Svetlana Nikitina Category: First Year Abstract: Tons of trash are poured into a village that lives on a landfill in Cateura, Paraguay, and the community has risen up and created Orchestra H20 for kids that make and play instruments out of… Read more (FY03) Recycled Orchestra: Bottle Marimba
