Dr. Matthew Traum, Senior Lecturer and Instructional Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering has been named one of the 11 awardees of this year’s J. Christopher Stevens Virtual Exchange Initiative Award for his Hands-on Energy and… Read More
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Watch UF scientist rocket to space at the Reitz Union Aug. 29
Take part in history on Thursday, Aug. 29, as the University of Florida’s own Rob Ferl, Ph.D., becomes the first NASA-funded academic to conduct an experiment in space as part of the Blue Origin New Shepard mission.
John Schueller Lands Prestigious Cyrus Hall McCormick – Jerome Increase Case Gold Medal
Professor John Schueller of the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering has been honored with the prestigious Cyrus Hall McCormick – Jerome Increase Case Gold Medal by the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers. This esteemed award is presented… Read More
A look at the legendary career of UF MAE alum Frank Gillette
With a long and illustrious list of accomplishments, the career of Frank Gillette was as powerful and high-flying as the fighter jets that rely on his engine designs. And his success story took off in Gainesville, where he graduated from… Read More
Solar Gators Land $10,000 Prize at Electrek American Solar Challenge 2024
The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE) at the University of Florida is brimming with pride as the Solar Gators team celebrates a remarkable achievement in the Electrek American Solar Challenge 2024. Over the course of eight days, the… Read More
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Gator Engineers are Bringing Home Gold
In the vibrant spirit of the 2024 Paris Olympics, the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of Florida is basking in the glory of its own golden achievements. Just as Olympic athletes strive for the pinnacle of… Read More
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Student Fahad Nabid Awarded Prestigious NDSEG Fellowship
In a remarkable achievement underscoring his academic prowess and dedication to advancing aerospace engineering, Fahad Nabid, a freshman graduate student at the University of Florida, has been awarded the highly prestigious National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate (NDSEG) Fellowship for… Read More
Advancing Excellence: MAE Faculty Promotions
The department is thrilled to share the recent faculty promotions, tenure awards, and other notable changes within the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. These achievements underscore our commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and leadership in the field. Jonathan… Read More
Professor Jacob Chung Wins Highest Honor NASA Award
MAE professor Jacob Chung was awarded an Exceptional Public Service Medal from NASA last month. The award is among the highest honors bestowed by the NASA Glenn Research Center Awards Office and is “an acknowledgement of significant contributions to NASA’s… Read More
SA Sherif Lands ASME Frank Kreith Energy Award
Professor SA Sherif Honored with 2024 ASME Frank Kreith Energy Award Distinguished Contribution to Advancing Energy Sustainability Recognized In a momentous acknowledgment of his outstanding contributions to the field of energy sustainability, Professor SA Sherif, esteemed faculty member of Mechanical… Read More