FIU offers new degree to give graduates a competitive edge in AI
Florida International University is launching a bachelor’s degree in data science and artificial intelligence to strategically position students for success in the evolving technology landscape. The new degree, launching Fall 2024, will give students a foundational...
FIU builds its case as an innovator during national Infrastructure Week
The nation’s annual Infrastructure Week took place last month to highlight challenges, spotlight potential solutions and celebrate federal investments, but it was FIU and its new student body president that snagged much of the glory. Student Government Association...
Faculty inventors recognized for 80+ patents
Panthers are innovators. The proof is in the patents. The university has become a leading patent producer. FIU is top 25 in U.S. utility patents granted among U.S. public universities, according to the National Academy of Inventors and Intellectual Property Owners...
Wall of Wind receives $4 million to expand hurricane and windstorm resilience research
U.S. Rep. Mario Díaz-Balart on Friday presented FIU’s Wall of Wind with a $4.05 million federal allocation to support windstorm research. The funds are part of a designation from the National Institute of Standards and Technology, facilitated through the support of...
Engineering students invent new sensory system for the visually impaired
FIU engineering majors Gabriel Habech and Michael Romano have always aspired to improve the lives of others through innovation and entrepreneurship. The two-member team recently created BeyondSight – an assistive technology company that empowers the visually impaired...
Research Snapshot: Growing 3D bone in the lab
The cells here (shown as green dots) are carrying out their bone-building duties. But they are doing it outside the body — inside a 3D printable device, called a bioreactor, created by FIU researchers. Over the years, biomedical engineer Anamika Prasad has been...
Master’s grad overcomes obstacles, sees future in cybersecurity and network management
For FIU College of Engineering and Computing Master of Science in Computer Engineering grad Diana Pineda, overcoming adversity hasn’t just made her stronger. It has helped her become a rising star in cybersecurity. “I like puzzles and I like challenges. It’s just the...
From the Dean’s Desk: Impacting the world with skills developed at FIU
With Spring 2024 now in our rearview, I take great Panther pride in sharing some of the Florida International University College of Engineering and Computing’s triumphs over the first half of this year demonstrating the excellence and innovative spirit of our college...
Rewarding Excellence in Teaching Incentive (RETI) Awardees for 2024
College of Engineering & Computing faculty named recipients of this year’s Rewarding Excellence in Teaching Incentive (RETI) Award. The RETI Award was established by the Office of the Provost through the Office of Faculty Leadership and Success in 2021. What is...
NASA Technology Grants to Advance 🌑Moon to Mars Space Exploration
NASA has awarded nearly $1.5 million to academic, non-profit, and business organizations to advance state-of-the-art technology that will play a key role in the agency’s return to the Moon under Artemis, as well as future missions to Mars. Twenty-four projects from 21...
Cybersecurity researchers spotlight a new ransomware threat – be careful where you upload files
Professor Selcuk Ulugac authors article published in the Conversation, one of the most impactful publications in the field, spotlighting research on new ransomware threat. Read more at the Conversation.
From the Dean’s Desk: Ready for Tomorrow
As the interim dean of Florida International University’s College of Engineering and Computing (CEC), I am often asked what the future of engineering looks like. I always respond with an invitation. “Come visit our college,” I say. “Meet our stellar faculty members...