Funded by a National Science Foundation grant, a research team led by Nandika D'Souza in the Department of Mechanical Engineering has created a new insulation foam that is not only safer than conventional polyurethane-based products, but is also stronger, compostable and energy-efficient. The research crossed the disciplines of construction engineering and mechanical engineering, programs that were recently merged into one department. Doctoral student Kayode Oluwabunmi is pictured testing the material.

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