Ph.D. student reflects on Visiting Technologist Experience at NASA Langley Research Center

Ph.D. student reflects on Visiting Technologist Experience at NASA Langley Research Center

Kazue Orikasa ’21 conducted innovative studies at one of NASA’s most prominent scientific hubs. It can cost tens of thousands of dollars to ship one pound of matter into orbit. FIU Ph.D. student Kazue Orikasa is leading cutting-edge research to help NASA get the most...
FIU unveils Cold Spray and Rapid Deposition (CoIRAD) Laboratory to help the military print replacement parts in the field

FIU unveils Cold Spray and Rapid Deposition (CoIRAD) Laboratory to help the military print replacement parts in the field

At FIU’s ColRAD Lab, more than 25 researchers are conducting advanced studies in 3D printing using additive manufacturing technologies designed to aid U.S. defense forces in the repair, design and durability of high-performance materials used to manufacture...
Heart researcher earns recognition for work on promising cardiac “patch”

Heart researcher earns recognition for work on promising cardiac “patch”

Lihua Lou in the College of Engineering and Computing is investigating bioengineered heart tissue There are only so many ways to heal a broken heart, at least medically speaking. But thanks to new research, a promising treatment may be on the way. Just ask FIU...