The Spring, 2001 Viterbi Engineer magazine cover story reviewed energy research at the School. Click on the image to download a pdf
Our world today would be unimaginable without energy on demand—power at our fingertips to fuel everything from computers and appliances to motorcycles and jetliners. Modern civilization depends on it, yet the 21st century presents a myriad of challenges concerning energy. Where will the power we need come from? How much will it cost? Will there be enough to sustain a rapidly expanding world? And can it be harnessed with the least amount of harm to the environment? Indeed, energy issues have emerged as one of the key grand challenges facing our society.
The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering pursues research in various areas of the energy challenge. This site summarizes the research centers and programs, and the educational programs that are part of the VSoE Energy Initiative. The link below offers an overview of the breadth of actiivity at the School.
The Viterbi School's activities fit into a broader panorama of research at the Uinveristy of Southern California. This link offers an overview of a number of key USC programs.
