Worcester Polytechnic Institute Students Complete Intensive Research Projects

Worcester, MA -- At Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), all undergraduates are required to complete a research-driven, professional-level project that applies science and technology to addresses an important societal need or issue. All seniors complete thesis work that is required of all graduating students as part of the university's distinctive project-based educational experience. The Major Qualifying Project (MQP) is usually team-based and often focuses on very specific issues or needs of an organization that has partnered with the university to sponsor the student's work.

The following local students completed an MQP:

Dylan Mackisey of East Providence, Rhode Island, class of 2024, majored in Biology and Biotechnology completed a project titled MQP: Operation Tick Hunt

Zachary Adams of East Providence, Rhode Island, class of 2024, majored in Interactive Media and Game Development completed a project titled Clean Sweep