The Paul E. Torgersen Graduate Student Research Excellence Award celebrates outstanding research contributions from our emerging scholars. This prestigious recognition highlights innovative work from our graduate researchers, providing a vital platform for sharing groundbreaking research in its early stages.

What makes this award distinctive is our distinguished panel of judges, bringing together diverse expertise from Virginia Tech’s research community. Our evaluation committee includes leading researchers from the University, the College of Engineering, and the University Libraries, ensuring a comprehensive assessment that values both technical innovation and effective research communication.

This platform serves as a permanent archive of excellence, allowing our winners to showcase their research accomplishments throughout their careers. Each presentation represents a significant milestone in our students’ research journeys, demonstrating their potential to shape the future of engineering.