ASCE calls Dr. Lily Elefteriadou “one of the world’s foremost experts in the field of traffic operations, traffic flow theory and simulation”
NSF’s Epicenter selects Gator Engineering students as fellows
Two Gator Engineering students have been selected for University Innovation Fellows, a program of the National Center for Engineering Pathways to Innovation (Epicenter), which is funded by the National Science Foundation and housed at Stanford University. Natalie DeVarona and Daniel Kleinman – both mentored by Erik Sander, director of UF’s Engineering Innovation Institute – were among 123 student leaders from …
Alum honored with distinguished public service award
The Florida Engineering Society (FES) and Florida Institute of Consulting Engineers (FICE) honored State Representative Lake Ray, District 12, with the Governor A.W. Gilchrist Award at the Florida capitol this month. The award celebrates engineers who exemplify high standards by embracing the spirit of public service and bring honor to the engineering profession through their civil works. Ray earned his …
UF center receives NSF award for innovative nanoparticle research
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A team of nanoparticle researchers at the University of Florida – who are studying ways to inhibit corrosion on various surfaces, improve antimicrobial coatings, and “green” a number of household products – was recently recognized by the National Science Foundation. UF’s Center for Particulate and Surfactant Systems (CPaSS) was awarded the 2015 Alexander Schwarzkopf Prize for Technological Innovation, …
Jon Dobson Named AIMBE Fellow
Jon Dobson, a joint professor in the J. Crayton Pruitt Family Department of Biomedical Engineering and the Department of Materials Science & Engineering, has been inducted as a Fellow into the American Institute of Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE). This honor is reserved for the top 2% of bioengineers who have excelled in their field. AIMBE’s mission is to provide …
Biomedical Engineering Professor Named IAMBE Fellow
Bruce Wheeler, professor in the J. Crayton Pruitt Family Department of Biomedical Engineering, has been inducted as a Fellow into the International Academy of Medical and Biological Engineering. The prestigious fellowship is comprised of inductees who are nominated, screened and selected for their outstanding contributions to the profession of medical and biological engineering. The academy is affiliated with the International …
Two engineering professors named Fellows of the National Academy of Inventors
Two Gator Engineering professors are among 170 new Fellows of the National Academy of Inventors, which recognizes the contributions of researchers from universities and non-profit organizations who are named inventors on U.S. patents. Brij M. Moudgil, a distinguished professor of materials science and engineering and W. Gregory Sawyer, a professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering, are being recognized for their …
Tau Beta Pi recognizes Distinguished Alumnus for leadership
Ophthalmic innovator and philanthropic leader Dr. Herbert A. Wertheim was honored as a University of Florida Distinguished Alumnus in 2009. He studied electrical engineering at UF prior to becoming a doctor of optometry. He is credited with being the first to publicize the prevention of cataracts and retinal damage to eye care professionals, and for discovering innovative solutions that have …
Engineering dean and professor named Fellows of AAAS
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The dean of the UF College of Engineering and an engineering faculty member have been inducted as Fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. This is an honor bestowed upon AAAS members by their peers based on their distinguished efforts to advance science or its applications. Congratulations to: Cammy Abernathy, PhD, dean of the …
UF hurricane expert wins international award, state appointment
It’s been a busy hurricane season for Forrest Masters. In addition to his ongoing storm research, he’s had a cameo on the Weather Channel, received the highest honor from the International Association for Wind Engineering (IAWE), and was appointed by the governor of Florida to serve on a commission that assesses the risks involved with hurricanes. “There are several other …