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STUDENT LIFE

Suman Khatiwada
A Nepalese Ambassador

In addition to his studies in materials science, Suman Khatiwada works to promote his native land.

ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT

Alumnus Spotlight: Frank Petterson
From Houston to Hollywood

Frank Petterson's computer science degree landed him in virtual deep water—and helped him earn an Oscar.

UNDERGRAD RESEARCH

Alex Siller
Mathematical Model of a Single Ventricle Heart

The object of this research was to determine how the abnormal geometry of a a total cavopulmonary connection (TCPC) withstands the stresses and strains to which a normal heart is subjected. The TCPC is used in treating some congenital heart defects. The project’s goal was to develop a computational model of the solid mechanics of a single-ventricle heart.