/engineering/news/Recent posts from USF College of Engineering Newsen-usSun, 26 Jul 2026 05:35:14 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/engineering/news/2024/holidays-2024-snowman.aspxHappy Holidays from the USF College of Engineering! We hope you enjoy your winter break and stay tuned for exciting updates in the new year!Wed, 25 Dec 2024 07:49:22 Happy Holidays from the USF College of EngineeringHappy Holidays from the USF College of Engineering! We hope you enjoy your winter break and stay tuned for exciting updates in the new year!happy holidays 2024/engineering/news/2024/holidays-2024-snowman.aspxFeatured,Students/research-innovation/news/2024/professor-emeritus-richard-gitlin-awarded-ieee-alexander-graham-bell-medal.aspxThe 2025 IEEE Alexander Graham Bell Medal for exceptional contributions to communications and networking sciences, often considered the “Nobel Prize” for communications technology, has been awarded to Distinguished University Professor Emeritus Richard D. Gitlin, a professor in USF’s Institute for Advanced Discovery & Innovation.External ArticleMon, 23 Dec 2024 15:34:04 Professor Emeritus Richard Gitlin awarded IEEE Alexander Graham Bell MedalThe 2025 IEEE Alexander Graham Bell Medal for exceptional contributions to communications and networking sciences, often considered the “Nobel Prize” for communications technology, has been awarded to Distinguished University Professor Emeritus Richard D. Gitlin, a professor in USF’s Institute for Advanced Discovery & Innovation.Distinguished University Professor Emeritus Richard Gitlin/research-innovation/news/2024/professor-emeritus-richard-gitlin-awarded-ieee-alexander-graham-bell-medal.aspxAlumni & Friends,Faculty,Featured,Research/research-innovation/news/2024/usf-faculty-named-nai-fellows.aspxTwo 91���� faculty members, recognized for their groundbreaking discoveries and innovations in chemical engineering to treat cancer and other challenging diseases and nanomaterials engineering for multifunctional manufacturing applications, are among the 2024 Fellows selected to the National Academy of Inventors (NAI). Election to NAI Fellows is the highest professional distinction accorded solely to academic inventors.External ArticleThu, 19 Dec 2024 15:29:30 Two 91���� faculty members named NAI fellowsTwo 91���� faculty members, recognized for their groundbreaking discoveries and innovations in chemical engineering to treat cancer and other challenging diseases and nanomaterials engineering for multifunctional manufacturing applications, are among the 2024 Fellows selected to the National Academy of Inventors (NAI). Election to NAI Fellows is the highest professional distinction accorded solely to academic inventors.graphic of NAI fellows - usf faculty/research-innovation/news/2024/usf-faculty-named-nai-fellows.aspxFaculty,Featured,Research/news/2024/usf-names-new-dean-for-the-college-of-engineering.aspxThe 91���� announced the appointment of Levi Thompson as the new dean of the College of Engineering. Thompson is a highly accomplished researcher who brings strong leadership and administrative experience, including most recently serving as the College of Engineering dean at the University of Delaware and previously as a faculty member at the University of Michigan.External ArticleThu, 19 Dec 2024 11:17:27 Levi Thompson Named College of Engineering DeanThe 91���� announced the appointment of Levi Thompson as the new dean of the College of Engineering. Thompson is a highly accomplished researcher who brings strong leadership and administrative experience, including most recently serving as the College of Engineering dean at the University of Delaware and previously as a faculty member at the University of Michigan.Levi Thompson Named USF College of Engineering Dean/news/2024/usf-names-new-dean-for-the-college-of-engineering.aspxFaculty/engineering/news/2024/nsf-kaw-guldiken-2024-388k-story.aspxAutar Kaw and Rasim Guldiken, USF College of Engineering Faculty, is revolutionizing education through adaptive learning technology. Supported by a $383,172 NSF grant, this project integrates tailored pre-class lessons into key engineering courses, aiming to improve student engagement, motivation, and success. The initiative also generates data-driven insights to refine learning strategies and promote best practices in STEM education.Arielle GiordanoTue, 17 Dec 2024 10:46:29 Adaptive Lessons Funded by $383k NSF Grant: Principal Investigators, Autar Kaw and Rasim GuldikenAutar Kaw and Rasim Guldiken, USF College of Engineering Faculty, is revolutionizing education through adaptive learning technology. Supported by a $383,172 NSF grant, this project integrates tailored pre-class lessons into key engineering courses, aiming to improve student engagement, motivation, and success. The initiative also generates data-driven insights to refine learning strategies and promote best practices in STEM education.listing image of graphic announcing nsf award to kaw and guldiken, usf engineering/engineering/news/2024/nsf-kaw-guldiken-2024-388k-story.aspxFaculty,Featured,Research/news/2024/usf-sets-new-record-with-738-million-in-research-funding.aspxThe milestone comes during USF’s first full fiscal year as a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and helps demonstrate its impact as one of the nation’s most research-intensive institutions. The new record brings the university closer to reaching its goal of securing $1 billion in annual research funding.External ArticleThu, 12 Dec 2024 15:34:40 USF sets new record with $738 million in research fundingThe milestone comes during USF’s first full fiscal year as a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and helps demonstrate its impact as one of the nation’s most research-intensive institutions. The new record brings the university closer to reaching its goal of securing $1 billion in annual research funding.Neda Latifi, assistant professor of medical engineering, works with undergraduate student /news/2024/usf-sets-new-record-with-738-million-in-research-funding.aspxFeatured,Research/engineering/news/2024/microbiome-24-25-research-awards-yeh-harwood.aspxUSF faculty Daniel Yeh and Jody Harwood have been awarded the 2024-2025 USF Microbiome Research Award for developing sustainable wastewater systems for lunar habitats. Their innovative project combines environmental engineering and microbiology to tackle waste treatment in space, with potential applications for Earth.Arielle GiordanoTue, 10 Dec 2024 19:59:52 USF Microbiome Research Awards Granted to USF Faculty: Daniel Yeh & Jody HarwoodUSF faculty Daniel Yeh and Jody Harwood have been awarded the 2024-2025 USF Microbiome Research Award for developing sustainable wastewater systems for lunar habitats. Their innovative project combines environmental engineering and microbiology to tackle waste treatment in space, with potential applications for Earth.image of Daniel Yeh and Jody Harwood regarding their 2024-2025 USF Microbiome Research Award/engineering/news/2024/microbiome-24-25-research-awards-yeh-harwood.aspxCivil Environmental,Faculty,Research/engineering/news/2024/cse/ai-xmas.aspxAn unexpected usage of the LLM is finding Christmas Gifts for those notoriously hard to shop for friends. This past week, John Licato, Associate Professor of Computer Science and Engineering at USF had two interviews on the subject.Mon, 09 Dec 2024 09:36:02 Professor John Licato on Using AI to Find Christmas GiftsAn unexpected usage of the LLM is finding Christmas Gifts for those notoriously hard to shop for friends. This past week, John Licato, Associate Professor of Computer Science and Engineering at USF had two interviews on the subject.91����: A Preeminent Research University/engineering/news/2024/cse/ai-xmas.aspxComputer/engineering/news/2024/cse/vivid.aspx“Winning first place at the national level, during an enduring two-day competition reflects the vision of our leadership, the quality of our cybersecurity program, and our students,” said Assistant Professor of Instruction Marbin Pazos Revilla, USF CyberHerd coach.Sun, 08 Dec 2024 09:41:59 CyberHerd wins 1st place at VIVID 2024“Winning first place at the national level, during an enduring two-day competition reflects the vision of our leadership, the quality of our cybersecurity program, and our students,” said Assistant Professor of Instruction Marbin Pazos Revilla, USF CyberHerd coach.91����: A Preeminent Research University/engineering/news/2024/cse/vivid.aspxComputer/engineering/news/2024/cse/ec-council-ctf.aspxThe CyberHerd 2 team won first place at the EC-Council CTF, with the team made up of three Cyberherd members: Yeran Garnage (Cybersecurity major, Junior), Alex Sanders (Cybersecurity, Senior), and Samir Jihadi (Computer Science, Sophomore).Sat, 07 Dec 2024 08:42:44 Cyberherd Wins First Place at EC-Council CTFThe CyberHerd 2 team won first place at the EC-Council CTF, with the team made up of three Cyberherd members: Yeran Garnage (Cybersecurity major, Junior), Alex Sanders (Cybersecurity, Senior), and Samir Jihadi (Computer Science, Sophomore).91����: A Preeminent Research University/engineering/news/2024/cse/ec-council-ctf.aspxComputer/engineering/news/2024/cse/secptc.aspxUSF CyberHerd competed in the Southeast Collegiate Penetration Testing Competition (CPTC) and came in second, scoring a mere 0.009 points behind the first-place winners. “SECPTC is a very intense and fast paced penetration testing competition.” Said Waseem.Fri, 06 Dec 2024 09:39:23 CyberHerd wins 2nd place at Southeast Collegiate Penetration Testing CompetitionUSF CyberHerd competed in the Southeast Collegiate Penetration Testing Competition (CPTC) and came in second, scoring a mere 0.009 points behind the first-place winners. “SECPTC is a very intense and fast paced penetration testing competition.” Said Waseem.91����: A Preeminent Research University/engineering/news/2024/cse/secptc.aspxComputer/engineering/news/2024/coe-olukemi-aimbe-emerging-leader-2025-story.aspxOlukemi Akintewe, an Associate Professor of Instruction in Medical Engineering at USF, has been named an inaugural AIMBE Emerging Leader. Recognized for her advocacy for women and underrepresented groups in STEM, she leads efforts to improve retention and support systems for these students. Dr. Akintewe will be honored at the AIMBE Annual Event in March 2025 in Washington, D.C., where she looks forward to collaborating with other leaders and mentors.Arielle GiordanoMon, 02 Dec 2024 14:39:30 Olukemi Akintewe, USF Engineering Professor, Recognized as an AIMBE Emerging LeaderOlukemi Akintewe, an Associate Professor of Instruction in Medical Engineering at USF, has been named an inaugural AIMBE Emerging Leader. Recognized for her advocacy for women and underrepresented groups in STEM, she leads efforts to improve retention and support systems for these students. Dr. Akintewe will be honored at the AIMBE Annual Event in March 2025 in Washington, D.C., where she looks forward to collaborating with other leaders and mentors.Olukemi Akintewe, USF Medical Engineering faculty, with female student/engineering/news/2024/coe-olukemi-aimbe-emerging-leader-2025-story.aspxFaculty,Medical,Research/engineering/news/2024/2024-florida-inventor-hall-of-fame-yeh.aspxCelebrate USF Professor Daniel Yeh’s induction into the 2024 91���� Inventors Hall of Fame! Renowned for the NEWgenerator, his innovative sanitation solution brings clean water and renewable energy to communities in need. Learn more about his impactful workArielle GiordanoMon, 25 Nov 2024 08:03:52 Engineering Faculty Spotlight at 2024 91���� Inventor’s Hall of FameCelebrate USF Professor Daniel Yeh’s induction into the 2024 91���� Inventors Hall of Fame! Renowned for the NEWgenerator, his innovative sanitation solution brings clean water and renewable energy to communities in need. Learn more about his impactful work91���� Inventors Hall of Fame Inductee 2024 Dr Daniel Yeh of USF Engineering/engineering/news/2024/2024-florida-inventor-hall-of-fame-yeh.aspxCivil Environmental,Faculty,Researchhttps://usf.eduLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.External ArticleThu, 21 Nov 2024 14:29:23 Test-External Article TitleLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.91����: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://usf.edu/engineering/news/2024/asemfl-anna-pyayt-2024-rising-star-award-asemfl.aspxThe USF College of Engineering is proud to announce the recognition of multiple faculty members by the Academy of Science, Engineering, and Medicine of 91���� (ASEMFL). Faculty recognized included: Dr. Prasant Mohapatra, Dr. Sylvia Wilson Thomas, and Dr. Susan Bell, celebrating their achievements and potential to shape the future of science and engineering in 91����. Also, the 2024 Rising Star awards for Dr. Anna Pyayt.Arielle GiordanoTue, 19 Nov 2024 17:37:24 USF Faculty Honored at ASEMFL 2024, Featuring a Rising Star Award Recipient!The USF College of Engineering is proud to announce the recognition of multiple faculty members by the Academy of Science, Engineering, and Medicine of 91���� (ASEMFL). Faculty recognized included: Dr. Prasant Mohapatra, Dr. Sylvia Wilson Thomas, and Dr. Susan Bell, celebrating their achievements and potential to shape the future of science and engineering in 91����. Also, the 2024 Rising Star awards for Dr. Anna Pyayt.Anna Pyayt at AESML Conference for Rising Star Award/engineering/news/2024/asemfl-anna-pyayt-2024-rising-star-award-asemfl.aspxFaculty,Research/engineering/news/2024/licato-af-fellowship-2024-3rdyr.aspxUSF’s Dr. John Licato, Associate Professor of Computer Science and Engineering, awarded U.S. Air Force Research Lab Summer Faculty Fellowship for third consecutive year. Recognized for AI research in natural language processing and machine reasoning. His fellowship reflects USF College of Engineering's ongoing impact in military-academic collaborations.Arielle GiordanoWed, 13 Nov 2024 00:46:02 Dr. Licato, USF Engineering Associate Professor, Awarded the U.S. Air Force Research Lab Summer Faculty Fellowship Three Years in a RowUSF’s Dr. John Licato, Associate Professor of Computer Science and Engineering, awarded U.S. Air Force Research Lab Summer Faculty Fellowship for third consecutive year. Recognized for AI research in natural language processing and machine reasoning. His fellowship reflects USF College of Engineering's ongoing impact in military-academic collaborations.Image promoting Dr. John Licato at USF for US Air Force Research Lab Faculty Fellowship/engineering/news/2024/licato-af-fellowship-2024-3rdyr.aspxFaculty,Students/engineering/news/2024/cse/shpe_cyberherd.aspxCSE CyberHerd member Sanaan Fayaz Wani, a junior majoring in Computer Science, played a pivotal role in leading his team to victory in the Cyber Security Challenge, securing first place and a $4,500 prize at the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) National Conference, which took place from October 30 to November 3 in Anaheim, California.Tue, 12 Nov 2024 23:14:56 CyberHerd Member Leads Team to Victory and a $4,500 Prize at SHPE National ConventionCSE CyberHerd member Sanaan Fayaz Wani, a junior majoring in Computer Science, played a pivotal role in leading his team to victory in the Cyber Security Challenge, securing first place and a $4,500 prize at the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) National Conference, which took place from October 30 to November 3 in Anaheim, California.91����: A Preeminent Research University/engineering/news/2024/cse/shpe_cyberherd.aspxComputer/engineering/news/2024/cse/ai-x-2024.aspx“This event has quickly become an essential platform for sharing, connecting, and sparking innovation across disciplines,” said Distinguished University Professor Sudeep Sarkar, Co-Director of USF Institute for AI+X and Chair of Computer Science and Engineering.Mon, 11 Nov 2024 17:17:35 The Second USF Artificial Intelligence + X Symposium: Continuing to Foster AI Research“This event has quickly become an essential platform for sharing, connecting, and sparking innovation across disciplines,” said Distinguished University Professor Sudeep Sarkar, Co-Director of USF Institute for AI+X and Chair of Computer Science and Engineering.91����: A Preeminent Research University/engineering/news/2024/cse/ai-x-2024.aspxComputer/engineering/news/2024/cse/outstanding_dissertation_fall_24.aspxCSE Professor Katkoori and his MS student, Raaga Sai Somesula, have received The Outstanding Thesis and Dissertation (OTD) Award for Raaga’s Master’s thesis work on a resource-efficient custom hardware for machine learning models.Fri, 08 Nov 2024 08:28:18 CSE Student received The Outstanding Thesis and Dissertation AwardCSE Professor Katkoori and his MS student, Raaga Sai Somesula, have received The Outstanding Thesis and Dissertation (OTD) Award for Raaga’s Master’s thesis work on a resource-efficient custom hardware for machine learning models.image of engineering code/engineering/news/2024/cse/outstanding_dissertation_fall_24.aspxComputer,Faculty,Research,Studentshttps://www.cutr.usf.edu/2024/11/2024awards/The 2024 Transportation Achievement Awards were held on October 29. The transportation community joined together at the 91���� to celebrate excellence in transportation and planning. The CUTR event brought together industry leaders, innovators, and advocates to honor exceptional achievements that drive 91����’s transportation and infrastructure forward. Joe Lopano, CEO of Tampa International Airport (TPA), was inducted into the prestigious 91���� Transportation Hall of Fame.External ArticleFri, 08 Nov 2024 00:22:00 CUTR 2024 Transportation Achievement AwardsThe 2024 Transportation Achievement Awards were held on October 29. The transportation community joined together at the 91���� to celebrate excellence in transportation and planning. The CUTR event brought together industry leaders, innovators, and advocates to honor exceptional achievements that drive 91����’s transportation and infrastructure forward. Joe Lopano, CEO of Tampa International Airport (TPA), was inducted into the prestigious 91���� Transportation Hall of Fame.CUTR awards photo - Joe Lopano, CEO of Tampa International Airport (TPA)https://www.cutr.usf.edu/2024/11/2024awards/Research/engineering/news/2024/cse/navy_cyberherd.aspxUSF’s CyberHerd team won second place and a $40,000 prize in the U.S. Navy’s Cyber Resiliency Challenge, showcasing their cybersecurity expertise. The team’s innovative HERD Tool impressed judges and highlighted USF’s strength in cybersecurity education.Ian Koratsky (CSE) and Arielle Giodano (COE)Thu, 07 Nov 2024 14:50:15 USF CyberHerd Takes Second Place in U.S. Navy Cyber Resiliency ChallengeUSF’s CyberHerd team won second place and a $40,000 prize in the U.S. Navy’s Cyber Resiliency Challenge, showcasing their cybersecurity expertise. The team’s innovative HERD Tool impressed judges and highlighted USF’s strength in cybersecurity education.USF CyberHerd at the CRAM event October 2024 - Holding $40,000 Check/engineering/news/2024/cse/navy_cyberherd.aspxComputer,Students/engineering/news/2024/cse/yavuz_secure_sat_net.aspxCSE Associate Professor Dr. Attila A. Yavuz and his lab, Applied Cryptography Research Laboratory (ACRL), are embarking on a groundbreaking research initiative, "SATUQ: TrUstworthy SATINs in the post-Quantum era," aimed at revolutionizing the security of next-generation SAtellite-Terrestrial Integrated Networks (SATIN).Thu, 07 Nov 2024 09:52:57 CSE Professor Dr. Attila A. Yavuz and his lab are leading an International Research Project for Secure Satellite NetworksCSE Associate Professor Dr. Attila A. Yavuz and his lab, Applied Cryptography Research Laboratory (ACRL), are embarking on a groundbreaking research initiative, "SATUQ: TrUstworthy SATINs in the post-Quantum era," aimed at revolutionizing the security of next-generation SAtellite-Terrestrial Integrated Networks (SATIN).91����: A Preeminent Research University/engineering/news/2024/cse/yavuz_secure_sat_net.aspx/engineering/news/2024/fulbright-scholars-2425-eng-arias-chang.aspxCongratulations to two USF Engineering Faculty! Discover how USF College of Engineering’s distinguished faculty, Dr. J. Morris Chang and Dr. Mauricio Arias, are driving innovation worldwide as 2024-2025 Fulbright Scholars. Learn about Dr. Chang’s advancements in privacy-preserving machine learning and Dr. Arias’s impactful research in environmental sustainability.Arielle C. GiordanoWed, 06 Nov 2024 13:14:59 USF College of Engineering Faculty Honored as 2024-2025 Fulbright U.S. ScholarsCongratulations to two USF Engineering Faculty! Discover how USF College of Engineering’s distinguished faculty, Dr. J. Morris Chang and Dr. Mauricio Arias, are driving innovation worldwide as 2024-2025 Fulbright Scholars. Learn about Dr. Chang’s advancements in privacy-preserving machine learning and Dr. Arias’s impactful research in environmental sustainability.Banner image of USF College of Engineering Faculty Honored as 2024-25 Fulbright US Scholars – Dr. Arias and Dr. Chang/engineering/news/2024/fulbright-scholars-2425-eng-arias-chang.aspxCivil Environmental,Electrical,Faculty,Research/engineering/news/2024/cse/yavuz_post_quantum.aspxCSE Associate Professor Attila A. Yavuz and his lab, Applied Cryptography Research Laboratory (ACRL), are leading a highly competitive research project "Distributed Computing in Effect: Towards Trustworthy, Resilient and Secure NextG Mobile Networks" funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF).Wed, 06 Nov 2024 10:04:55 CSE Professor Dr. Attila A. Yavuz and his lab are leading an NSF Project for Distributed and Post-Quantum Safe Mobile NetworksCSE Associate Professor Attila A. Yavuz and his lab, Applied Cryptography Research Laboratory (ACRL), are leading a highly competitive research project "Distributed Computing in Effect: Towards Trustworthy, Resilient and Secure NextG Mobile Networks" funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF).91����: A Preeminent Research University/engineering/news/2024/cse/yavuz_post_quantum.aspxComputer/engineering/news/2024/cse/resume_review_fall.aspxLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.Thu, 31 Oct 2024 23:42:29 Resume ReviewLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.91����: A Preeminent Research University/engineering/news/2024/cse/resume_review_fall.aspxComputer/engineering/news/2024/cyberherd-1stplace-rayjay-cpt-2024.aspxThe 91����'s CyberHerd team secured first place in the Raymond James Capture the Flag competition held on October 5, 2024. Competing against top universities, the team excelled in challenges like web security and malware analysis, thanks to months of preparation. Led by Captain Waseem Albaba, the CyberHerd’s victory highlights their growing reputation in cybersecurity competitions.Arielle GiordanoThu, 31 Oct 2024 17:47:31 USF CyberHerd Wins First Place at Raymond James 2024 Capture the Flag CompetitionThe 91����'s CyberHerd team secured first place in the Raymond James Capture the Flag competition held on October 5, 2024. Competing against top universities, the team excelled in challenges like web security and malware analysis, thanks to months of preparation. Led by Captain Waseem Albaba, the CyberHerd’s victory highlights their growing reputation in cybersecurity competitions.graphic of USF CyberHerd Team at the 2024 Raymond James sponsored Capture the Flag Challenge/engineering/news/2024/cyberherd-1stplace-rayjay-cpt-2024.aspxStudents/engineering/news/2024/usf-cse-deadlines-extended-11124.aspxthe last few weeks have been a challenging time for Floridians and our thoughts are with everyone impacted by the recent hurricanes. To make things easier for many who were affected by the storms, the university has extended the deadline to apply for three College of Engineering graduate programs, the Pathway to Computing Graduate Certificate, the Artificial Intelligence Graduate Certificate, and the Master of Science in Data Intelligence, to Nov. 1,Sat, 26 Oct 2024 18:02:34 USF Engineering Graduate Certificate Programs Extendedthe last few weeks have been a challenging time for Floridians and our thoughts are with everyone impacted by the recent hurricanes. To make things easier for many who were affected by the storms, the university has extended the deadline to apply for three College of Engineering graduate programs, the Pathway to Computing Graduate Certificate, the Artificial Intelligence Graduate Certificate, and the Master of Science in Data Intelligence, to Nov. 1,91����: A Preeminent Research University/engineering/news/2024/usf-cse-deadlines-extended-11124.aspxComputer,Faculty,Students/engineering/news/2024/yazuz-usf-cse-nsf-grant-300k-satuq.aspxDr. Attila A. Yavuz of USF’s Computer Science and Engineering Department has been awarded a $364,117 NSF grant to advance cybersecurity for integrated satellite-terrestrial networks. His SATUQ project focuses on quantum-resistant cryptography and decentralized security to safeguard critical infrastructure and emerging tech like 6G.Arielle GiordanoFri, 25 Oct 2024 10:56:05 NSF Grant Awarded to Dr. Yavuz of USF’s Engineering Computer Science Department for SATUQ ProjectDr. Attila A. Yavuz of USF’s Computer Science and Engineering Department has been awarded a $364,117 NSF grant to advance cybersecurity for integrated satellite-terrestrial networks. His SATUQ project focuses on quantum-resistant cryptography and decentralized security to safeguard critical infrastructure and emerging tech like 6G.image of authenticated messages via PQC schemes with Dr. Yavuz USF engineering/engineering/news/2024/yazuz-usf-cse-nsf-grant-300k-satuq.aspxComputer,Faculty,Research/engineering/news/2024/cyberherd-aviation-2024-cybersecurity-competition.aspxUSF’s CyberHerd was formed by the College of Engineering's Department of Computer Science & Engineering. This was the team's first time at the summit and they achieved 2nd and 3rd place at the 2024 Aviation Information Sharing and Analysis Center (A-ISAC) Cybersecurity Summit.Arielle GiordanoThu, 03 Oct 2024 18:30:05 USF CyberHerd Takes 2nd & 3rd at Cybersecurity CompetitionUSF’s CyberHerd was formed by the College of Engineering's Department of Computer Science & Engineering. This was the team's first time at the summit and they achieved 2nd and 3rd place at the 2024 Aviation Information Sharing and Analysis Center (A-ISAC) Cybersecurity Summit.USF’s CyberHerd Team on stage at 2024 Aviation Information Sharing and Analysis Center (A-ISAC) Cybersecurity Summit/engineering/news/2024/cyberherd-aviation-2024-cybersecurity-competition.aspxComputer,Students/engineering/news/2024/yucelen-2024-topscholar-cited.aspxDr. Tansel Yucelen, associate professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at (USF) was named a Highly Ranked Scholar by ScholarGPS, ranking third in Adaptive Control and 154th in Control Theory, and has also been recognized as one of the top 2% of the most cited scientists worldwide in Stanford/Elsevier's annual citation ranking.Arielle GiordanoThu, 03 Oct 2024 18:15:41 Dr. Yucelen Recognized as Highly Ranked Scholar & Top Cited Scientist in 2024Dr. Tansel Yucelen, associate professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at (USF) was named a Highly Ranked Scholar by ScholarGPS, ranking third in Adaptive Control and 154th in Control Theory, and has also been recognized as one of the top 2% of the most cited scientists worldwide in Stanford/Elsevier's annual citation ranking.Dr. Tansel Yucelen, associate professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at USF/engineering/news/2024/yucelen-2024-topscholar-cited.aspxMechanical,Research/engineering/news/2025/yang-hu-receives-2024-chih-foundation-research-publication-award.aspxCongratulations to Yang Hu, a Ph.D. student in the Department of Medical Engineering at the 91����, on being selected for the prestigious 2024 Chih Foundation Research and Publication Award.Tue, 01 Oct 2024 17:52:31 Yang Hu Receives 2024 Chih Foundation Research & Publication AwardCongratulations to Yang Hu, a Ph.D. student in the Department of Medical Engineering at the 91����, on being selected for the prestigious 2024 Chih Foundation Research and Publication Award.91����: A Preeminent Research University/engineering/news/2025/yang-hu-receives-2024-chih-foundation-research-publication-award.aspxMedical/engineering/news/2025/bme-innovation-in-action-usf-medical-engineering-jabil.aspxabil’s involvement with Medical Engineering extends prominently into student experiential learning, especially through the Senior Capstone projects in the USF College of Engineering. These projects pair academic theory with practical industry problems to fuel innovation and solution development. This relationship is especially strong with the Department of Medical Engineering.Tue, 01 Oct 2024 16:55:56 Innovation in Action: USF Medical Engineering & Jabilabil’s involvement with Medical Engineering extends prominently into student experiential learning, especially through the Senior Capstone projects in the USF College of Engineering. These projects pair academic theory with practical industry problems to fuel innovation and solution development. This relationship is especially strong with the Department of Medical Engineering.91����: A Preeminent Research University/engineering/news/2025/bme-innovation-in-action-usf-medical-engineering-jabil.aspxMedical/engineering/news/2025/bme-usf-moffitt-partnership.aspxThe 91����’s Department of Medical Engineering and Moffitt Cancer Center have built a thriving partnership that is transforming student learning, research collaboration, and innovation in biomedical engineering.Tue, 01 Oct 2024 16:45:21 USF–Moffitt Partnership Powers Innovation, Student Success, and National RecognitionThe 91����’s Department of Medical Engineering and Moffitt Cancer Center have built a thriving partnership that is transforming student learning, research collaboration, and innovation in biomedical engineering.91����: A Preeminent Research University/engineering/news/2025/bme-usf-moffitt-partnership.aspxMedical/engineering/news/2025/special-note-to-our-incoming-bme-student-cohort.aspxHello future innovators! Welcome to USF, to our Colleges of Engineering and Medicine and our Medical Engineering Department.Tue, 01 Oct 2024 14:59:55 Your Journey Starts Here: A Special Note to Our Incoming BME Student CohortHello future innovators! Welcome to USF, to our Colleges of Engineering and Medicine and our Medical Engineering Department.91����: A Preeminent Research University/engineering/news/2025/special-note-to-our-incoming-bme-student-cohort.aspxMedical/engineering/news/2025/welcome-new-department-advisory-board-members.aspxThe Department of Medical Engineering at the 91���� welcomes three new members to the Department Advisory Board.Tue, 01 Oct 2024 14:25:41 Welcome New Members to the USF Medical Engineering Department Advisory BoardThe Department of Medical Engineering at the 91���� welcomes three new members to the Department Advisory Board.91����: A Preeminent Research University/engineering/news/2025/welcome-new-department-advisory-board-members.aspxMedical/engineering/news/2025/barbara-lancor-awards.aspxThe Barbara J. Lancor Medical Outstanding Achievement Award is given to the BME senior demonstrating outstanding accomplishments in academics, research, and service during their time at USF. The Barbara J. Lancor Medical Outstanding Achievement Award is given to two BME seniors demonstrating excellent accomplishments in academics, research, and service during their time at USF.Tue, 01 Oct 2024 13:45:28 Barbara Lancor AwardsThe Barbara J. Lancor Medical Outstanding Achievement Award is given to the BME senior demonstrating outstanding accomplishments in academics, research, and service during their time at USF. The Barbara J. Lancor Medical Outstanding Achievement Award is given to two BME seniors demonstrating excellent accomplishments in academics, research, and service during their time at USF.91����: A Preeminent Research University/engineering/news/2025/barbara-lancor-awards.aspxMedical/engineering/news/2025/olukemi-akintewe-recognized-as-an-aimbe-emerging-leader.aspxDr. Olukemi Akintewe, an Associate Professor of Instruction in Medical Engineering at the 91���� (USF) College of Engineering, has been selected as an inaugural Emerging Leader by the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE). Dr. Akintewe was formally recognized for her achievement at the AIMBE Annual Event held March, 2025, in Washington, D.C.Tue, 01 Oct 2024 13:30:47 Dr. Olukemi Akintewe, USF Engineering Professor, Recognized as an AIMBE Emerging LeaderDr. Olukemi Akintewe, an Associate Professor of Instruction in Medical Engineering at the 91���� (USF) College of Engineering, has been selected as an inaugural Emerging Leader by the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE). Dr. Akintewe was formally recognized for her achievement at the AIMBE Annual Event held March, 2025, in Washington, D.C.91����: A Preeminent Research University/engineering/news/2025/olukemi-akintewe-recognized-as-an-aimbe-emerging-leader.aspxMedical/engineering/news/2025/souheil-zekri-receives-usf-23-24-outstanding-undergraduate-teaching-award.aspxSouheil Zekri, an associate professor of instruction and director of senior capstone courses in the 91����'s Medical Engineering Department, has been honored with the 2023-2024 USF Outstanding Undergraduate Teaching Award.Tue, 01 Oct 2024 13:16:24 Souheil Zekri, Medical Engineering Professor, Receives USF 2023-24 Outstanding Undergraduate Teaching AwardSouheil Zekri, an associate professor of instruction and director of senior capstone courses in the 91����'s Medical Engineering Department, has been honored with the 2023-2024 USF Outstanding Undergraduate Teaching Award.91����: A Preeminent Research University/engineering/news/2025/souheil-zekri-receives-usf-23-24-outstanding-undergraduate-teaching-award.aspxMedical/engineering/news/2025/mark-bauer-memorial-endowed-scholarship.aspxDr. Mark Bauer discovered his passion for biomedical engineering in high school, writing about it in an English class biography assignment. He went on to earn a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from the 91���� in December 2022 excelling through high-level research. He had a reputation as a kind and remarkable individual who valued community and camaraderie; and organized luncheons and events to bring people together. After his unexpected passing, a special scholarship was created. This is the story of the 2025 recipient.Tue, 01 Oct 2024 10:48:32 Dr. Mark Bauer Memorial Endowed ScholarshipDr. Mark Bauer discovered his passion for biomedical engineering in high school, writing about it in an English class biography assignment. He went on to earn a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from the 91���� in December 2022 excelling through high-level research. He had a reputation as a kind and remarkable individual who valued community and camaraderie; and organized luncheons and events to bring people together. After his unexpected passing, a special scholarship was created. This is the story of the 2025 recipient.91����: A Preeminent Research University/engineering/news/2025/mark-bauer-memorial-endowed-scholarship.aspxMedical/engineering/news/2025/senior-capstone-design-experience-at-usf-medical-engineering.aspxThe USF Biomedical Engineering Capstone is a year-long, sponsor-driven design experience where student teams transform authentic clinical and industry problems into functioning solutions using the Stanford Biodesign Process. Guided by faculty, mentors, medical professionals, and industry engineers, teams deliberately combine biomedical, mechanical, electrical, and computing skill sets to navigate the full engineering journey—from early stakeholder interviews and problem framing to measurable requirements and testable specifications.Tue, 01 Oct 2024 10:44:45 Senior Capstone Design Experience at USF Medical EngineeringThe USF Biomedical Engineering Capstone is a year-long, sponsor-driven design experience where student teams transform authentic clinical and industry problems into functioning solutions using the Stanford Biodesign Process. Guided by faculty, mentors, medical professionals, and industry engineers, teams deliberately combine biomedical, mechanical, electrical, and computing skill sets to navigate the full engineering journey—from early stakeholder interviews and problem framing to measurable requirements and testable specifications.91����: A Preeminent Research University/engineering/news/2025/senior-capstone-design-experience-at-usf-medical-engineering.aspxMedical/engineering/news/2025/bme-huabei-jiang-grant-renewal-listening-to-the-unseen-photoacoustic-imaging-for-early-alcohol-spectrum-disorders.aspxFetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) are the leading preventable cause of birth defects and lifelong neurodevelopmental delays, affecting up to 40,000 infants each year in the US alone. Despite its significant prevalence, there is currently no effective way to predict FASD during pregnancy, and no approved treatments exist once damage has occurred.Tue, 01 Oct 2024 10:34:31 Dr. Huabei Jiang - NIH R01 $1.9M Grant Renewal: Listening to the Unseen - Photoacoustic Imaging for Early Alcohol Spectrum DisordersFetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) are the leading preventable cause of birth defects and lifelong neurodevelopmental delays, affecting up to 40,000 infants each year in the US alone. Despite its significant prevalence, there is currently no effective way to predict FASD during pregnancy, and no approved treatments exist once damage has occurred.91����: A Preeminent Research University/engineering/news/2025/bme-huabei-jiang-grant-renewal-listening-to-the-unseen-photoacoustic-imaging-for-early-alcohol-spectrum-disorders.aspxMedical/engineering/news/2025/bme-christopher-passaglia-renews-nih-r01-grant-advancing-glaucoma-research.aspxChristopher L. Passaglia, Ph.D., a Professor of Medical Engineering at the 91���� in Tampa, has led pioneering work at the intersection of ocular neuroscience and bioengineering. His Ocular Neuroscience & Neuroengineering Lab—focuses on understanding how networks of retinal neurons encode visual signals in normal and diseased states and translating that understanding into diagnostic and therapeutic ocular devices.Tue, 01 Oct 2024 10:23:40 Dr. Christopher L. Passaglia Renews his NIH R01 Grant: Advancing Glaucoma Research with Precision Eye‑Pressure ControlChristopher L. Passaglia, Ph.D., a Professor of Medical Engineering at the 91���� in Tampa, has led pioneering work at the intersection of ocular neuroscience and bioengineering. His Ocular Neuroscience & Neuroengineering Lab—focuses on understanding how networks of retinal neurons encode visual signals in normal and diseased states and translating that understanding into diagnostic and therapeutic ocular devices.91����: A Preeminent Research University/engineering/news/2025/bme-christopher-passaglia-renews-nih-r01-grant-advancing-glaucoma-research.aspxMedical/engineering/news/2025/bme-george-spirou-receives-nih-r01-grant-renewal-for-early-brain-development-research.aspxWe are proud to share that Dr. George Spirou, Professor in the Department of Medical Engineering, has received a renewal of his 5-year NIH R01 grant—one of the most prestigious and competitive funding awards from the National Institutes of Health.Tue, 01 Oct 2024 10:10:47 Dr. George Spirou Receives NIH R01 grant renewal for Early Brain Development ResearchWe are proud to share that Dr. George Spirou, Professor in the Department of Medical Engineering, has received a renewal of his 5-year NIH R01 grant—one of the most prestigious and competitive funding awards from the National Institutes of Health.91����: A Preeminent Research University/engineering/news/2025/bme-george-spirou-receives-nih-r01-grant-renewal-for-early-brain-development-research.aspxMedical/engineering/news/2025/2025-medical-engineering-inductees.aspxThe Department of Medical Engineering at the 91���� is proud to announce that two of its distinguished faculty members—Drs. Robert Frisina and Richard Heller—have been recognized by the Academy of Science, Engineering and Medicine of 91���� (ASEMFL) for their outstanding contributions to science and innovation.Tue, 01 Oct 2024 10:07:08 2025 Medical Engineering Inductees: Drs. Robert Frisina and Richard Heller Honored as ASEMFL Members for Research ExcellenceThe Department of Medical Engineering at the 91���� is proud to announce that two of its distinguished faculty members—Drs. Robert Frisina and Richard Heller—have been recognized by the Academy of Science, Engineering and Medicine of 91���� (ASEMFL) for their outstanding contributions to science and innovation.91����: A Preeminent Research University/engineering/news/2025/2025-medical-engineering-inductees.aspxMedical/engineering/news/2025/otten-receives-usf-medical-engineering-faculty-of-the-year.aspxDr. Alex Otten began teaching as a faculty member at USF in Fall of 2023. While he may have a new title, he is no stranger to teaching at USF. In fact, he has been a part of the USF herd since 2006 when he started his bachelor’s in electrical engineering.Tue, 01 Oct 2024 10:00:28 Dr. Alex Otten Receives USF Medical Engineering Faculty of the Year, 2025Dr. Alex Otten began teaching as a faculty member at USF in Fall of 2023. While he may have a new title, he is no stranger to teaching at USF. In fact, he has been a part of the USF herd since 2006 when he started his bachelor’s in electrical engineering.91����: A Preeminent Research University/engineering/news/2025/otten-receives-usf-medical-engineering-faculty-of-the-year.aspxMedical/engineering/news/2025/biomedical-systems-meet-microelectronics.aspxAssociate Professor Albert Kim of Medical Engineering engaged with the USF’s interdisciplinary research team (Drs. Kumar, Katkoori, Yilmaz, and Alcantar), and received a prestigious five-year, $3 million NSF Research Training (NRT) grant, known as STEP-UP: Science, Technology, Engineering, Program for Upward Partnership for Advancing Microelectronics Education and Training.Tue, 01 Oct 2024 09:13:46 “Biomedical Systems Meet Microelectronics: Dr. Albert Kim Enhances USF’s $3M NSF-Funded STEP-UP Traineeship”Associate Professor Albert Kim of Medical Engineering engaged with the USF’s interdisciplinary research team (Drs. Kumar, Katkoori, Yilmaz, and Alcantar), and received a prestigious five-year, $3 million NSF Research Training (NRT) grant, known as STEP-UP: Science, Technology, Engineering, Program for Upward Partnership for Advancing Microelectronics Education and Training.91����: A Preeminent Research University/engineering/news/2025/biomedical-systems-meet-microelectronics.aspxMedical/engineering/news/2025/usf-staff-member-of-the-year-recognizing-cherine-chehab-for-outstanding-service-and-impact.aspxAligned with USF’s principles of community and inclusion, Ms. Cherine Chehab has played a critical role in the success of the Department of Medical Engineering, first as Academic Advisor and now as our sole Academic Services Administrator (ASA). With a master’s in BME, she is exceptionally qualified to help our faculty and assist guiding students through one of the College’s most complex curricula.Tue, 01 Oct 2024 09:11:15 USF Staff Member of the Year - Recognizing Cherine Chehab for Outstanding Service and ImpactAligned with USF’s principles of community and inclusion, Ms. Cherine Chehab has played a critical role in the success of the Department of Medical Engineering, first as Academic Advisor and now as our sole Academic Services Administrator (ASA). With a master’s in BME, she is exceptionally qualified to help our faculty and assist guiding students through one of the College’s most complex curricula.91����: A Preeminent Research University/engineering/news/2025/usf-staff-member-of-the-year-recognizing-cherine-chehab-for-outstanding-service-and-impact.aspxMedical/engineering/news/2025/skyler-cruz-graduate-aps.aspxWe’re excited to welcome Skyler Cruz, our new Graduate Academic Program Specialist!Tue, 01 Oct 2024 08:57:37 Skyler Cruz Graduate Academic Program SpecialistWe’re excited to welcome Skyler Cruz, our new Graduate Academic Program Specialist!91����: A Preeminent Research University/engineering/news/2025/skyler-cruz-graduate-aps.aspxMedical/engineering/news/2025/medical-engineering-space-expansion.aspxThe 91���� Space Committee, Chaired by Vice-Provost Steven Tauber, has given us a unique opportunity to expand our research and teaching facilities by awarding most of the rest of the space (7th floor) in one of our modern research buildings.Tue, 01 Oct 2024 08:08:52 Medical Engineering Space Expansion: New BME Research and Teaching Labs on the HorizonThe 91���� Space Committee, Chaired by Vice-Provost Steven Tauber, has given us a unique opportunity to expand our research and teaching facilities by awarding most of the rest of the space (7th floor) in one of our modern research buildings.91����: A Preeminent Research University/engineering/news/2025/medical-engineering-space-expansion.aspxMedical/engineering/news/2025/bme-student-senior-capstone-projects-2025.aspx14 Teams, 39 Students, 12 Sponsor Companies & InstitutionsTue, 01 Oct 2024 07:28:34 BME Student Senior Capstone Projects - 202514 Teams, 39 Students, 12 Sponsor Companies & Institutions91����: A Preeminent Research University/engineering/news/2025/bme-student-senior-capstone-projects-2025.aspxMedical