ChEnected Posts by Elizabeth Pavone

Elizabeth Pavone

Senior Editor, CEP

American Institute of Chemical Engineering

I am a senior editor at Chemical Engineering Progress. In 2012, I received a BS in chemical engineering from the University of Pittsburgh.

What’s New in Alternative Energy?

January 04, 2022. By Elizabeth Pavone

While we're behind in our goal to slow climate change, alternative energy is evolving rapidly to help bridge the gap. Read on to learn what’s on the horizon in new energy.

Flip for the New CEP

June 03, 2020. By Elizabeth Pavone

CEP unveils a new, easy-to-read digital format as well as a beautifully redesigned print edition. 

It's Okay to Ask for Help

April 30, 2019. By Elizabeth Pavone

Asking for help has benefits beyond simply accomplishing the task at hand. Learning to accept help and delegate are important for success in work and life.

Be an LGBTQ+ Ally

November 13, 2018. By Elizabeth Pavone

The LGBTQ+ & Allies workshop, panel, and reception at the 2018 AIChE Annual Meeting provided an opportunity for chemical engineers to learn how to be an ally and why it is important.

Won’t You (i.e., Yinz) Be My Neighbor?

October 22, 2018. By Elizabeth Pavone

Get the inside scoop from a Pittsburgh native about visiting and enjoying the city during the AIChE Annual Meeting and Annual Student Conference.

Millennials: The New Guard

August 01, 2018. By Elizabeth Pavone

Millennials will soon be the majority in the workplace. Learn how some companies are embracing their best attributes.

Conduct an Effective Interview

June 12, 2018. By Elizabeth Pavone

Just like being interviewed, successfully conducting an interview requires proper preparation.

Steer Difficult Conversations Toward Productive Dialogue

April 07, 2017. By Elizabeth Pavone

My Neighborhood Radioactive Waste Dump

February 22, 2016. By Elizabeth Pavone

Salary Survey Sheds Favorable Light on Chemical Engineering Profession

July 01, 2015. By Elizabeth Pavone

Make the Most of Your Early Career

6/12 in the series 2015 AIChE Spring Meeting & 11th GCPS, Austin

April 28, 2015. By Elizabeth Pavone

Featured Series

Dramatic changes in the Washington, such as support for fossil fuels over renewable energy, changing trade policies, and shifts in research funding, all affect chemical engineers' work. This series takes a look at how chemical engineers in industry and academia can adapt.

AIChE Observes AAPI Heritage Month

BY ON May 21, 2026

In May, AIChE celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month by highlighting the voices, experiences, and contributions of AAPI engineers across academia, industry, and research.

Meet Some of AIChE's Recently Elected Fellows

BY Denieka Bean ON April 20, 2023

The rank of Fellow is AIChE’s highest grade of membership and is achieved only through election by the Board of Directors. Candidates for AIChE Fellow are nominated by their peers and must have significant chemical engineering experience (generally 25 years), have demonstrated significant service to the profession, and have been a member of AIChE for at least 10 years.

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