Randy Glein receives Gator Engineering Innovation Award

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Since graduating from UF in 1988, with high honors and an electrical engineering degree, Randy Glein’s career has trended with the growth of the technology industry itself – as venture capital investor, operating executive and entrepreneur. Glein is managing director of Draper Fisher Jurvetson (DFJ), a venture capital firm headquartered in Silicon Valley. He oversees investments for a roster of …

Gator Engineer inducted into Washington Business Hall of Fame

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In 1972, she graduated with honors from the University of Florida with a bachelor’s degree in systems engineering. She was one of two women in her class. This month she was honored for her life achievements, heralded for shattering glass ceilings, and inducted into the Washington Business Hall of Fame.  As the president and CEO of BAE Systems, Linda Hudson …

UF extends highest honor to engineering leader Norm Augustine

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Gator Engineering congratulates Norman R. Augustine, longtime corporate and military leader, as he receives an honorary doctorate degree of technology from the University of Florida in a ceremony on December 13, 2013. Augustine has played a large role in shaping the aerospace industry. He served as president, chairman and CEO of Lockheed Martin. He’s sat on advisory boards for NASA, …

Semiconductor Industry Association honors UF professor Mark Law

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GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The Semiconductor Industry Association, representing U.S. leadership in semiconductor manufacturing and design, today presented its 2013 University Researcher Award to University of Florida professor Mark Law in recognition of his exceptional contributions to semiconductor research. The award was presented in consultation with the Semiconductor Research Corp. “It is a pleasure to recognize Dr. Law for his outstanding achievements …

Gator Engineering Teams Win Big At Cade Museum Prize Night

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Last night, the Cade Museum Foundation hosted it’s 4th annual prize night, honoring creators and innovators in Florida. From the sweet sixteen, down to the final four, Gator Engineering had two teams competing for a $50,000 cash prize and wider recognition. And they both won! The cash award went to NanoPhotanica, a manufacturer of electronic display screens that were developed …

Professor Rinaldi receives the International Journal of Nanomedicine Early Career Scientist Award

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Dr. Carlos Rinaldi, professor of Biomedical Engineering and Chemical Engineering at the University of Florida, has been selected to receive the International Journal of Nanomedicine Early Career Scientist Award. This annual award is presented to a scientist in the early stage of his/her career (less than 10 years after receiving a Ph.D.) who has made significant contributions to the field …

Gator Engineers Take Two Places In Contest’s Final Four

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Since 2010, the Cade Museum Foundation held an annual competition to encourage Florida’s burgeoning inventors and entrepreneurs. This year, two products that originated in Gator Engineering research laboratories have made their way to the Final Four: Green Liquid & Gas Technologies The Green Pyrolyzer Gasifier (GPG) is a self-fueled oven system that generates energy by burning waste. Instead of emitting …

Outstanding Young Alumni

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GAINESVILLE, Fla. –- College of Engineering graduates William L. “Trey” Lauderdale, III, and Agapitus “Augi” Lye were recipients of the University of Florida’s Outstanding Young Alumni Awards on Saturday at Emerson Alumni Hall. The Outstanding Young Alumni Award, established by UF’s Alumni Association, recognizes alumni ages 35 or younger who have distinguished themselves in their profession and community. William L. …

Gator Engineer Selected as Winner of FICE/ACEC $5,000 Scholarship

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Industrial and Systems Engineering undergraduate student, Michelle Gauthreaux, was selected as the winner of the $5,000 scholarship awarded by The Florida Institute of Consulting Engineers/American Council of Engineering Companies of Florida (FICE/ACEC of Florida). Since 2004, FICE/ACEC of Florida scholarships honor Florida college students expressing interest and commitment to the business and management of the engineering profession. To qualify, a …