With 20+ years in communications and content creation, Hayden Horner is a seasoned professional. Hi international experience includes a pivotal role as a Public Information Officer at the United Nations in New York and locally as a Writer/Comms Planner/Syndication Content Producer/Copy Editor for reputable media outlets such as The Citizen Newspaper, Media24’s True Love Magazine, and Health24, among others. As The EIT Science Journalist, Hayden brings technical proficiency and a commitment to impactful storytelling.

When Engineers Present Evidence as Expert Witnesses in Court

March 30, 2023 11:08 am
Sometimes, engineers work as consultants to give expert supporting evidence in appropriate circumstances. EIT Course Coordinator and On-Campus Lecturer Dr. Milind Siddhpura shared his experience as an expert witness. Engineers are professionals who innovate and invent to improve the quality of life for individuals and communities. Their ability to use...Read More

World Water Day: Engineering with Nature-Based Solutions

March 14, 2023 10:22 am
The role of engineering in sustainable water management becomes more critical as concerns about the long-term availability of water supplies, utility rates of water, stormwater collection, and wastewater treatment are expected to increase. Water and its long-term availability and the environmental effects of stormwater collection and wastewater treatment have been...Read More
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ChatGPT: Is it Brilliance or a Big Bother for Education?

March 13, 2023 2:41 pm
Using ChatGPT for education has pros and cons. While it can enhance learning and teaching, it may have limitations in understanding complex concepts. We explore the advantages and disadvantages of this new technology. Artificial intelligence (AI) has been a buzzword in the tech industry for quite some time now, and...Read More

Remote Labs & Engineering Students: Benefits and Challenges

March 9, 2023 7:08 pm
Remote labs are a key tool for the Engineering Institute of Technology's students. We spoke to an EIT lab coordinator/lecturer about the use of remote labs in engineering education. With the rapid advancement of technology, remote labs have emerged as a promising alternative to traditional in-person labs in engineering education....Read More
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Industrial Metaverse: Limitless Prospects for Engineering

March 8, 2023 5:13 pm
The concept of the metaverse has gained increasing attention in recent years. We explore how the industrial metaverse revolutionizes the engineering industry and the learning experience. What is the industrial metaverse? The metaverse concept – a virtual world that spans multiple platforms and devices – has gained traction recently. A...Read More
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Tips To Further Your Engineering Education for a Top Job

February 15, 2023 5:28 am
Recent studies show that returning to school and getting that extra engineering degree helps further your career. But when is the right time, and where do you start? We offer some tips to get you back in the academia saddle. Tips to further your engineering education for a top job...Read More

Get to Know The EIT 2023 Selection of Student Ambassadors

February 10, 2023 2:38 pm
Some of the best universities in the world utilize their current students as their advocates and ambassadors, and the Engineering Institute of Technology is no exception. Meet our student ambassadors for this year. The EIT 2023 selection of student ambassadors has been announced and we're ecstatic! When booking a holiday...Read More
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Roman Concrete Is Changing Modern Civil Engineering

February 8, 2023 3:42 pm
They may not have discovered concrete, but Ancient Roman civilizations were the first to use it as a building material. And now, their method is changing modern civil engineering and the planet. Learn more about Roman concrete in this post. The ancient Romans will forever be known for their exceptional...Read More

When Studying On-campus Becomes a Lifestyle

February 6, 2023 4:57 pm
Today’s campuses are evolving to meet the changing needs of students globally, and the Engineering Institute of Technology is right up there with the best of them when it comes to a fulfilling on-campus experience. According to a recent assessment by Forbes, more than a quarter of a billion students...Read More
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The Rise of the Machines and Industrial Automation Engineers

January 25, 2023 9:00 pm
As technology advances and industrial mechanization gives way to automation, control engineers become indispensable to the many companies competing for pole positions. From what we wear and eat to how we get around, care for our elderly and sickly, or work and study — machines are increasingly occupying a bigger...Read More