Research

 

CEA Research Centers and Labs

The College of Engineering and Architecture (CEA) houses over 30 research labs and centers, many of which are in partnership with government or industry and involve large-scale research that directly impacts our nation.  Our researchers collaborate with researchers in a variety of disciplines from across Howard University as well as other leading U.S. and international research institutions. A leading factor in the specialization of our researchers is how the research will improve the quality of life for underserved communities. 

Our most prominent research centers and labs include the Center of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Data Science and Cybersecurity Center, Howard University Transportation Research Center, Affective Biometrics Laboratory, Howard University Environmental Biotechnology Laboratory, Biofilm Engineering and Drug Discovery (BEDD) Laboratory, Applied Mechanics and Materials Research Laboratory (AMMRL), the Digital Manufacturing Laboratory (DML), and the Stout Infrastructure, Geotechnics and Materials (SIGMa) Laboratory. 

 

Our researchers in the news

CEA Research Expo Spring 2026

New Programs in AI, Microchip Design, and Construction Engineering Management Aggressively Prepare Howard Students for Fields Driven By Evolving Technologies

College of Engineering and Architecture offerings reflect Howard’s commitment to innovation, interdisciplinary learning, and preparing graduates to excel in rapidly changing industries.

Category: Architecture, Research, Civil and Environmental Engineering, College of Engineering and Architecture, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Howard Prioleau during a student interview

Demystifying AI: The College of Engineering and Architecture’s AI Tinkery Series Advances Practical AI Fluency

A computer science Ph.D. candidate specializing in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and natural language processing, Prioleau brings both research expertise and a passion for teaching the series.

Category: Research, College of Engineering and Architecture, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

HU-EWB in Kenya this year

College of Engineering and Architecture Students Supply Water to a Kenyan Community and Earn National Recognition

This project accurately reflects how classroom learning is translated into meaningful global engagement.

Category: Alumni, Research, Chemical Engineering, College of Engineering and Architecture