Eric Eddings, University of Utah (IMAGE) University of Utah Caption Engineers from the University of Utah, led by chemical engineering professor Eric Eddings, are launching a $1.6 million project to research cost-effective, carbon-friendly methods of turning coal-derived pitch into carbon-fiber composite material, as well as analyze its market potential and whether it can help revitalize coal communities threatened by a decline in production. Credit Dan Hickson/University of Utah College of Engineering Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.