Spotlight Stories
Oct 10, 2025
From Lab to Startup: How the LEADERs Program Opened New Pathways for Mechanical Engineering PhD Candidate Zihao Meng
Zihao Meng, PhD’25, mechanical engineering, has developed his professional and leadership skills through the LEADERs program to have a successful, long-lasting career in any path he chooses.
Oct 07, 2025
Fostering Your Interests Through Endless Exploration
Michael Nunes, E’25, mechanical engineering, MS’26, robotics, has always loved building and creating. From woodworking with his grandfather to studying mechanical engineering at Northeastern, Nunes has fostered his fervor for engineering with two remarkable co-ops and his involvement in engineering-focused student organizations.
Sep 11, 2025
Unexpected Path to Innovative Research on Concentrated Solar Power
Benjamin Lynch, E’24, PhD’29, mechanical engineering, was always interested in engineering. His non-traditional path to Northeastern led him to discover his zeal and fascination with concentrated solar power and renewable energy. During his PhD studies, he had the opportunity to pursue his passion and expand his capstone project into an extensive research project.
Sep 08, 2025
PlusOne Program Prepares Student for Leadership Roles
Isabella Serrano, E’25, chemical engineering, and MS’26, engineering management, has been able to pursue incredible academic and professional experiences throughout her years at Northeastern. From co-op opportunities and involvement in student organizations, she has developed new skills and abilities and is now prepared to enter the engineering industry after graduation.
Sep 08, 2025
Evolving Engineering Technologies Towards Clinical Practice
Vincent Ton, MS’25, PhD’28, mechanical engineering, has worked at the Neuromechanics of Movement Lab throughout his master’s program. He is passionate about the research he has done and hopes his work will advance rehabilitation practices globally to help individuals with mobility issues recover faster and more efficiently.
Sep 05, 2025
Combined Major Creates World of Opportunities
Minnah Uddin, E’26, mechanical engineering and design, joined a double degree program to study two subjects she is passionate about and broaden her education and understanding of the two industries. Now completing her third co-op, she has been able to use what she has learned in the classroom to excel and succeed in any environment.
Aug 18, 2025
Building Leadership Skills in Engineering Management
Yash Shashikant Nikam, MS’25, engineering management, started his career journey in the automotive manufacturing industry. Looking to progress his career in the engineering field, the engineering management program was the perfect opportunity to blend his industry experience with his enthusiasm for leadership and collaboration.
Jul 28, 2025
A Passion for Sustainability Leads to Energy Systems Program
Alexandra Vergara-Anglim, E’25, MS’25, energy systems, was inspired by her Dialogue of Civilizations in Norway and interest in public policy to dedicate her studies to finding ways to make energy more sustainable to benefit Earth’s climate.