FIU professor named 2024 AAAS Fellow for contributions to environmental engineering
Berrin Tansel, a professor in FIU’s Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, has been elected as a 2024 Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). AAAS is the publisher of Science, one of the world’s most prominent journals of...
Spray-on concrete breakthrough could transform U.S. bridge repairs
More than 40,000 bridges in the United States are deemed structurally deficient, and as many as 221,000 deemed in need or repair, according to the American Road & Transportation Builders Association. FIU researchers have developed a system that could play a key...
Building connections: How this FIU grad landed a top cybersecurity role
It was in a social media marketing class at FIU that information technology major Ryan Cruz felt his computer engineering and business interests come together. The assignment? To build a strong LinkedIn profile that garnered connections, rather than simply followers,...
From the Dean’s Desk: AI Inventions for Tomorrow
Here at FIU, we know that inventiveness isn't just about creating new technologies; it's about solving real problems that matter. It’s why our university ranks not just in the Top 30 among public universities in utility patents; we are also among the Top 20 Most...
Building connections: How this FIU grad landed a top cybersecurity role
It was in a social media marketing class at FIU that information technology major Ryan Cruz felt his computer engineering and business interests come together. The assignment? To build a strong LinkedIn profile that garnered connections, rather than simply followers,...
Pioneering Leadership: Ranu Jung’s Impact on CEC
In celebration of Women’s History Month, we honor Ranu Jung, who made history as the first female interim dean of the College of Engineering and Computing (2015-17). Her leadership journey is a testament to resilience, innovation, and the power of breaking barriers in...
Three FIU Engineering Researchers named as Senior Members of National Academy of Inventors
FIU College of Engineering and Computing Associate Professor Armin Mehrabi and Postdoctoral Associates Denny John and Sohail Mohammed were named Senior Members by the National Academy of Inventors (NAI) last month. They are part of the 162 emerging academic inventors...
Electric vehicles could travel farther on a single charge thanks to new discovery
More electric vehicles are on the road than ever before. But a recent global survey found some EV owners — about 46% in the U.S. — have considered switching back to a gasoline car. The top reason: charging. While average ranges have steadily increased over time,...
From the Dean’s Desk: The Human Impact of Innovation
At the College of Engineering and Computing, our research moves beyond theory. It creates tangible benefits for society. Today, I would like to share with you a few examples of how our college is translating complex advances into solutions that address some of...
Student Spotlight: Gia Exploring Aerospace Materials through Groundbreaking Research
Meet Gia Garino, a dedicated senior in mechanical engineering whose journey from Ecuador to FIU showcases her perseverance, academic excellence, and passion for advancing aerospace materials research. Why did you choose FIU CEC? Although FIU wasn’t my first choice or...
FIU AI professor Mark Finlayson wins Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers
President Biden awarded FIU College of Engineering and Computing Associate Professor Mark Finlayson and a select group of distinguished researchers the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE) in January. PECASE is the highest honor...
Top AI expert explains DeepSeek’s global impact
A small Chinese firm named DeepSeek is causing a sensation in the West in 2025 as it releases several highly acclaimed artificial intelligence models that rival—or even outperform—its U.S. counterparts. DeepSeek’s app holds the No. 1 position in Apple’s App Store, and...