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CBEE Graduate Students recognized for excellence in leadership and research

On Friday, September 12, 2025, CBEE celebrated two outstanding graduate students who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to research and leadership. During the ceremony, the awardees shared brief presentations about their current research. 

Congratulations to this year's award winners! 

Excellence in Doctoral Research

Dr. Harley Edwards
Ph.D. Chemical Engineering

Advisor: Dr. Mark Marten

This award recognizes a CBEE Doctoral Student for outstanding performance in research. 

Excellence in Leadership

Amir Babaei Gharehbagh
Ph.D. student, Environmental Engineering

Advisory: Dr. Chris Hennigan

This award recognizes a CBEE Graduate Student for outstanding leadership demonstrated in service to the department, college, or their fellow students.

Award recipients were nominated by CBEE faculty, staff, or students (graduate or undergraduate). The nominations were reviewed and selected by CBEE’s Graduate program Committee. 

Dr. Harley Edwards presents his research
Amir Babaei Gharehbagh presents his research

Posted: September 16, 2025, 11:11 AM

24-25 CBEE Graduate Awardees