The Compliant Mechanisms Research group has joined forces with two other research groups, BioMEMS and the Design Exploration Group, to form the Mechanical Design Collective. The new lab space is housed in the new Engineering Building. Each of the research groups are rooted in Mechanical Engineering and design, but focus on different aspects of the field. In planning for years, the Mechanical Design Collective provides an opportunity to collaborate with one another and to make a difference for good throughout the world.