Electrical and Computer Engineering

What engineering is best for the semiconductor industry?

Wondering which engineering major fits the semiconductor industry best? Explore the most relevant degrees and career paths that will help power the future of the semiconductor industry, learn about the industries growth opportunities and greatest needs, discover roles that fit each engineering discipline, and find answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about engineering within the semiconductor industry.

Improving seizure monitoring with machine learning

For people with epilepsy, simply knowing when a seizure will occur could make a huge difference for their quality of life and reduce the risk of bodily harm. Although some people have warning signs, seizures are generally unpredictable and potentially life-threatening. Epilepsy affects around 2.9 million adults and 465,000 children nationwide and costs billions in healthcare expenses, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Aiming for Safer Skies through UAS research

More than a decade ago, Oregon State University was selected as a core member of a national alliance of experts dedicated to safely integrating uncrewed aircraft systems into national and international airspace.

The Federal Aviation Administration Center of Excellence for UAS Research called ASSURE — the Alliance for System Safety of UAS through Research Excellence — is a coalition of 21 core universities, 11 affiliated universities, and over 100 industry and government partners, with Mississippi State University serving as the lead institution. 

Strong support stabilizes funding for the Open Source Lab

Oregon State University’s Open Source Lab, a key contributor to global open-source projects and a career launchpad for students, has resolved a recent funding crisis and is moving forward with plans for long-term stability.

The lab has supported major projects such as Mozilla Firefox, the Linux Foundation, and the Apache Software Foundation, while continuing to host key platforms like Drupal. Its infrastructure and technical expertise have helped open-source projects grow from early development into globally recognized technologies.