News
November 2006

Professors elected fellows of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers

November 29, 2006

Professors Michael Bryant and Ofodike A. Ezekoye have been elected fellows of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers.

Walton tells national transportation commission, New funds needed for future U.S. freight, people transport

November 29, 2006

The U.S. transportation construction industry has a bold new vision to help address America's surface transportation challenges and the federal government must continue to play a key role in ensuring a safe and efficient national road network in the post-Interstate Highway System era.

Engineering professor named AAAS fellow

November 29, 2006

Peter Rossky, professor of chemical engineering in the College of Engineering and professor of chemistry and biochemistry in the College of Natural Sciences has been elected a 2006 fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science.

Beyond the Classroom: Texas Research Experience

November 29, 2006

For engineering students, undergraduate research not only solidifies their understanding of various engineering concepts, but also provides a holistic experience that includes all aspects of research planning, design, presentation, and practice.

Energy productivity focus of Galveston conference for chemical plants and refineries

November 27, 2006

The Center for Energy and Environmental Resources at The University of Texas at Austin is among the sponsors of a two-day Texas Technology Showcase to help chemical and petrochemical companies develop more energy efficient processes.

Engineering student writing contest again offers $1,500 first prize

November 20, 2006

Undergraduate students are encouraged to enter the College-wide Braden Engineering-Communication Contest.

Electrical and Computer Engineering researchers earn best paper award

November 8, 2006

Electrical and Computer Engineering Assistant Professor Michael Orshansky and Ph.D. students Murari Mani and Ashish K. Singh will receive the 2006 William J. McCalla Best Paper Award at the International Conference on Computer-Aided Design.

Biomedical Engineering Assistant Professor to receive New Investigator Award

November 8, 2006

Assistant Professor Mia Markey will be awarded the American Medical Informatics Association's 2006 New Investigator Award at the organization's annual meeting on Saturday, November 11 in Washington, D.C.

National astronautics honor awarded to engineer as former U.S. Air Force secretary, NASA director

November 7, 2006

Aerospace Engineering Professor Hans Mark from The University of Texas at Austin will be honored for his contributions to the U.S. military space program at the annual meeting of the American Astronautical Society.

Global technology competition fosters entrepreneurship, commercialization

November 6, 2006

The fourth Idea to Product Global Competition at The University of Texas at Austin will foster students' entrepreneurship, and product commercialization.

Chemical Engineering Chair elected American Physical Society fellow

November 3, 2006

Chemical Engineering Department Chair Roger Bonnecaze has been elected a fellow of the American Physical Society, an honor limited to one half of one percent of the organization's membership.

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