Category: News

This October, the UF MAE community came together to make a difference in Gainesville through Socktober, a sock drive benefiting St. Francis House, a shelter for women, families and children experiencing homelessness. The effort raised 155 pairs of socks, enough to bring comfort and warmth to many in need. “One of the most requested items […]

Longer-lasting phones, lighter drones, electric cars that drive farther. These are just some of the possibilities thanks to a new battery separator design from University of Florida researchers and their partners. Think of a tiny coffee filter, but this one works inside a battery. The team recently showed that a one-atom-thick filter can block sulfur […]

Proudly annoucing the release of MAE’s third annual magazine publication! We invite you to explore this edition of MAEmomentum, our most expansive yet, packed with stories showcasing the incredible work of our MAE community—students, student groups, faculty, staff, alumni, and development partners. These pages reflect the impact and ingenuity of our community as we continue to advance […]

Triple Gator, trailblazer and PECASE recipient. Alison Dunn makes UF MAE proud with her curiosity, mentorship, and innovation. Scroll through this exclusive MAE Momentum feature, to see how she’s shaping engineering, one surface at a time. Engineering For The Body: Biomedical research that bridges surfaces, sensation, and human-centered design. Alison Dunn Ph.D. makes surfaces behave. […]

On September 4, 2025, Midshipman Eric Realmuto completed the rigorous technical interview process to earn a position as a Naval Reactors Engineer in the United States Navy. This interview occurred at Naval Reactors Engineering Headquarters in Washington D.C., and included two technical engineering interviews and an interview with Admiral William Houston, Director, Naval Nuclear Propulsion […]

The University of Florida celebrated the launch of the next generation of its HiPerGator supercomputer this week, marking another major milestone in UF’s artificial intelligence initiative—and MAE students were front and center. Out of only four student groups attending campus-wide, two were from the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering: Swamp Launch and Gator Motorsports, […]

The University of Florida chapter of the Society for Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) is an extensive organization whose pillars are based on supporting and connecting students to professional, academic, and mentorship opportunities.  Beyond these pillars, SHPE means a home away from home – a Familia, as its members label it. Students of all backgrounds are […]

“Once cryogenic liquid turns to vapor, it can no longer be used as propellant. Our research is focused on providing a technology to minimize or even eliminate that boil-off loss.” said the research teams lead, Jacob Chung, a professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering and member of the Astraeus Space Institute.  The work […]

A research team led by the University of Florida is using artificial intelligence and high-performance computing to explore swarms of airborne particles to solve combustible mysteries, a study that may lead to more efficient engines and better combustion in power plants. What can we learn from fast-and-furious particles burning in a group?  “It can improve safety, […]

“Keep your eye on where you want to go, but all you have to do is conquer one day at a time.” -Jill Peterson The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of Florida mourns the passing of Dr. Jill Elizabeth Manning Peterson, a pioneering professor, beloved mentor, and tireless advocate for women […]

UF MAE is proud to celebrate Hannah Roberts, a Ph.D. student in UF’s Astraeus Space Institute working with Dr. Amor Menezes in the SYBORGS Lab. Recently featured in UF News, she represented UF in a collaboration with the U.S. Air Force Academy and Space Force. See the full article on UF News →

The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering honors the memory of Dr. Chen-Chi Hsu, Professor Emeritus, who passed away on March 22, 2025, at the age of 89. A dedicated educator, researcher, and mentor, Dr. Hsu served on the MAE faculty for nearly three decades and continued to support the department long after his retirement. […]

Rebecca Boxerman, master of mechanical engineering and proud UF MAE alum, is soaring to new heights. From her early days as a driven student at the University of Florida to her leadership role within the Navy’s cutting-edge technology programs, Boxerman’s career reflects a rare blend of technical expertise, creative problem-solving, and dedicated mentorship. With a […]

“At the University of Florida Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, our researchers are at the forefront of studying space weather and its impact on technology and national security. The recent powerful solar storm underscores the importance of their work to better understand and forecast these natural events.” — UF Department of Mechanical and Aerospace […]