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"Hungry Like the Wolf" ISE Seniors Win First Place in International Competition
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“Hungry Like the Wolf,” the student team of 2006 graduating seniors in the Edward P. Fitts Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISE) — Kusha Kamarei, Andrew White and JohnTelford — earned first place at the 2006 IIE/Rockwell Software Student Simulation Competition. Dr. Stephen D. Roberts, ISE professor, served as faculty advisor to the team.
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Kaber, Roberts Garner Alcoa Foundation Engineering Research Awards
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The Alcoa Foundation
Engineering Research Awards for 2006 were presented to Dr. David Kaber, assoicate
professor of industrial and systems engineering, and Dr. George Roberts, professor
of chemical and biomolecular engineering, at the spring faculty meeting for
the College of Engineering at North Carolina State University. Kaber was awarded
the Alcoa Foundation Engineering Research Achievement Award, which recognizes
young faculty who have accomplished outstanding research achievements during
the preceding three years. Roberts received the Alcoa Foundation Distinguished
Engineering Research Award, made to a senior faculty member for research achievements
over a period of at least five years at NC State.
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The College of Engineering at NC State Announces the George H. Blessis
Award Winners
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The College of Engineering at North Carolina State
University announced the 2006 recipients of the George H. Blessis Outstanding
Undergraduate Advisor Award at the May 10, 2006, spring faculty meeting. The
winners are Clarence Smith, lecturer and assistant department head in the Edward
P. Fitts Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering, and Cecilia Townsend,
lecturer and coordinator of undergraduate programs in the Department of Electrical
and Computer Engineering.
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Engineering Faculty Members Receive Outstanding Teacher Awards
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Three College of
Engineering faculty members have received the Outstanding Teacher Awards for
2006. Dr. Nino A. Masnari, dean of the College of Engineering, recognized the
recipients at the spring faculty meeting held May 10. The winners are Dr. Brian
L. Hughes, professor of electrical and computer engineering; Dr. Orlin D. Velev,
assistant professor of chemical and biomolecular engineering; and Dr. Laurie
Williams, assistant professor of computer science. Outstanding Teacher Award
winners automatically become members of the Academy of Outstanding Teachers.
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College of Engineering Spring 2006 Awards Announced
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The following awards
were announced at the May 10, 2006, spring faculty meeting for the College of
Engineering.
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NC State Alumni Association Honors Faculty With Prestigious Awards
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Senior Design Team Qualifies for IEEE International Competition
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For the third time in four years, the IEEE Computer Society International
Design Competition (CSIDC) has selected an NC State Computer Science Senior
Design Center project as one of the top 10 in the world. Approximately 300 universities
submitted entries to this year’s competition.
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Koch Receives Holladay Medal 5/11/06
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http://www.ncsu.edu/news/press_releases/06_05/087.htm
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Velev Receives Camille Dreyfus Teacher-Scholar Award
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Dr. Orlin Velev, associate
professor of chemical and biomolecular engineering at NC State University, has
been selected to receive a Camille Dreyfus Teacher-Scholar Award. This is a
major national award that was established in 1969 to "support the teaching and
research careers of talented young faculty in the chemical sciences."
In 2001 Velev joined the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering faculty. In that same year he was one of only eleven faculty members from across the United States to receive a Camille and Henry Dreyfus New Faculty Award.
His research interests include colloid science and engineering, assembly of nano- and microstructures with photonic, optical and electrical functionality and biosensors.
For his research activities, Velev received a Ralph E. Powe Junior Faculty Enhancement Award from Oak Ridge Associated Universities in 2002, a Faculty Early Career Development (Career) Award from the National Science Foundation in 2003, and a research grant from the U.S. Department of Defense under the Defense University Research Instrumentation Program in 2004. The Journal of Materials Chemistry recently featured his work as their cover article.
Velev received his doctorate in physical chemistry in 1996 from the University of Sofia, Bulgaria.
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Ducoste Receives Fulbright Research Scholar Award
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Dr. Joel J. Ducoste, associate professor of civil, construction, and environmental engineering at NC State University, received a Fulbright research scholar award to Belgium during 2006. Ducoste will work with researchers at the Department for Applied Mathematics, Biometrics and Process Control at Ghent University. The focus of his project will be to develop and evaluate numerical models of the internal bioreactor environment to better understand how that environment influences the dynamic behavior of microorganisms and their metabolic pathways.
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Bernold Receives Fulbright Senior Specialist Award
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Dr. Leonhard E. Bernold, associate professor of civil, construction, and environmental engineering at NC State University, received a Fulbright Senior Specialists grant to Ireland at the University College Dublin during 2006. Bernold will work with the faculty there to develop innovative education tools.
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Cover of Top Polymer Science Journal Features Work by NC State Researchers
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The May 2, 2006, issue of Macromolecular Rapid Communications, a top polymer science journal, features on its cover an illustration from research conducted by Dr. Jan Genzer, associate professor of chemical and biomolecular engineering at North Carolina State University, Dr. Orlando Rojas, assistant professor of wood and paper science at NC State, and Dr. Igal Szleifer, professor of chemistry at Purdue University.
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Royal Society of Chemistry Features Research of Two NC State Engineers
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The April 7, 2006, combined issue of the Journal of Materials Chemistry and Soft Matter published by the Royal Society of Chemistry features cover illustrations by two North Carolina State University engineers. Soft Matter features an illustration from the work of Dr. Jan Genzer, associate professor of chemical and biomolecular engineering at NC State, and Dr. Jan Groenewold of Utrecht University in The Netherlands. The cover of the Journal of Materials Chemistry features an illustration from the work of Dr. Orlin Velev, assistant professor of chemical and biomolecular engineering at NC State, and two of his graduate students, Daniel Kuncicky and Brian Prevo.
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Bitzer Inducted into Consumer Electronics Hall of Fame
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The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) has announced the names of 12 individuals selected for induction into the Consumer Electronics Hall of Fame. The presentation will take place at their annual awards dinner in San Francisco, Calif., in October 2006. Only 97 individuals have previously been inducted since the CE Hall of Fame’s inception in 2000.
Among this year’s recipients are Dr. Donald L. Bitzer, Distinguished University Research Professor of Computer Science at North Carolina State University, Dr. Robert H. Willson and the late Dr. H. Gene Slottow. This Emmy-award-winning team invented the flat plasma display in 1964 while working together at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Their invention is the forerunner of the high-definition plasma televisions of today.
CEA president and CEO Gary Shapiro noted that these individuals’ “inventions and leadership laid the groundwork for today’s digital products and technologies, enhancing the way consumers around the world work, live and play.”
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See related stories:
http://www.engr.ncsu.edu/news/awards/bitzer2.html
http://www.engr.ncsu.edu/news/news_articles/bitzer.plasmascreen.html
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NC State Engineering Students Receive ACAAGS Awards
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Kera Bell and Baha Mirghani, two engineering Ph.D. students at NC State University, received awards from the Association for the Concerns of African American Graduate Students (ACAAGS) April 6 at the ACAAGS 24th Annual Awards Banquet held in the McKimmon Center on the campus of NC State.
Bell, a doctoral student in the Department of Computer Science, received an ACAAGS Academic Achievement Award for her outstanding scholarship. She recently defended her Ph.D. dissertation, and her current research is entitled, “Optimizing the Effectiveness and Efficiency of Software Testing: A Hybrid Approach.”
Mirghani, a doctoral student in the Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering, received an ACAAGS Graduate Research Award for his outstanding research activities. As part of a National Science Foundation project and his Ph.D. thesis, he is developing grid-enabled parallel hybrid optimization methods for solving environmental characteristics problems.
The ACAAGS is an independent student organization, whose purpose is to promote the academic and professional development of African American graduate students.
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College of Engineering Presents Senior Awards, Installs Officers at Engineers’
Council Banquet
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The College of Engineering at North Carolina State
University announced the Outstanding Senior Awards and installed new officers
at the Engineers’ Council annual spring banquet held at the NC State University
Club on April 20.
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March Pride of the Wolfpack Award Winners Announced
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There were nine “Pride
of the Wolfpack Award” winners in the College of Engineering in March.
Representing seven engineering departments are Sheila Hayes, Ron Hartis, Robyn
Fillinger, Britt Brostrom, Karen Leong, Chel Douglass, Debbie Mostek, Elaine
Hardin and Patrick Murphy.
Hayes, building liaison and safety assistant in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, volunteered to take on additional scheduling duties and efficiently facilitated the recruitment for two faculty positions. Hartis, director of operations in the Department of Computer Science, coordinated his department's move from multiple buildings to EBII. Fillinger, graduate program assistant to the Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Programs, improved the management of program responsibilities with the use of spreadsheets, improved filing systems and created new management tools. Brostrom, contract manager in the Edward P. Fitts Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering, has employed a positive attitude, initiative, professionalism and strong organizational skills in her work. Karen Leong, program assistant in the Department of Nuclear Engineering, has provided dedication and strong support to the faculty, students and staff.
Douglass, who supports
executive operations in the Industrial Extension Service (IES), has provided
invaluable service to internal and external IES clients. Mostek, manager of
finance, accounting and contracts for IES, has met office challenges with solid
leadership skills, logical thinking and a pleasant demeanor. Hardin, executive
assistant in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, during the
department's move from MRC to EBII, worked long hours to organize a conference
that had been postponed because of Hurricane Katrina. Murphy, system analyst
in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, provided exceptional
service during the department's move to EBII by making the labs operational
in a very short time and by responding to numerous network requests during the
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Engineering Student Organizations Receive Recognition for Achievements
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Student chapters of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) and Eta Kappa Nu in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at NC State University were recently honored by their parent organizations for outstanding achievements.
The IEEE student chapter received an IEEE Exemplary Student Branch Award for the impressive operation of their student chapter. The Eta Kappa Nu (HKN) student chapter received an HKN Outstanding Chapter Award from their parent organization for 2004-05 chapter activities.
The IEEE is a leading professional association for the advancement of technology. Eta Kappa Nu is an international honor society for electrical and computer engineers.
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Nunez and O’Brien Inducted into Academy of Outstanding Faculty Engaged in Extension
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Roberto Nunez, lecturer and senior construction extension specialist in the Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering, and Margaret O’Brien, director of Advanced Performance and Standards in the Industrial Extension Service, have been inducted into NC State University’s Academy of Outstanding Faculty Engaged in Extension. Established in 2000, the academy recognizes faculty members who engage in communities outside of NC State and demonstrate a commitment to excellence in those outreach efforts.
Nunez also received the
Alumni Outstanding
Extension Service Award in 2006.
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College of Engineering Presents Awards for Excellence
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The College of Engineering at North Carolina State University announced the 2006 Awards for Excellence at a recognition ceremony held March 15 in Mann Hall. Dr. Nino A. Masnari, dean of the College of Engineering, and Dr. Richard F. Keltie, associate dean for academic affairs, presented awards to Sandra Bailey, Richard Duckworth and Lisa Marshall.
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Franzon Elected Fellow of IEEE
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Dr. Paul D. Franzon,
professor of electrical and computer engineering at North Carolina State University,
has been elected Fellow of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
(IEEE), effective January 1, 2006. Franzon was selected for “contributions
to chip-package codesign.”
Recognized as one of the top electronic interconnect
specialists in the world, Franzon has made many key contributions in chip and
package level interconnect and in VLSI and nanotechnology, including the invention
and development of AC Coupled Interconnect, the development of methods and tools
to support chip-package co-design, and the invention and development of interconnect
technologies for emerging nano-electronics systems. He holds four patents
and has one patent pending. A recipient of the NSF Young Investigator’s
Award and the Alcoa Foundation Distinguished Engineering Research Award, he
was named an Alumni Distinguished Professor in 2003.
Franzon earned his Ph.D. in electrical engineering
from the University of Adelaide in 1989. He joined the NC State faculty
in 1989.
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Huang Elected Fellow of IEEE
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Dr. Alex Q. Huang, Alcoa Professor of Electrical
and Computer Engineering at North Carolina State University, has been elected
Fellow of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), effective
January 1, 2006. Huang was selected for his “contributions to emitter
turn-off thyristor and its applications.”
Among Huang’s most notable contributions are his
pioneer work on the emitter turn-off (ETO) thyristor technology and his work
on CMOS-based high frequency power management technology. The ETO technology
also earned him a prestigious R&D 100 award in 2003 and the technology rivals
those developed by major foreign manufacturers and provides US industry a viable
alternative in megawatt power management. Huang’s research work on CMOS-based
high frequency power management solution for portable and handheld devices has
been adopted by a number of US companies.
Huang earned his Ph.D. in electrical engineering
from Cambridge University in Great Britain in 1992. He joined the NC State
faculty in 2004.
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Maria Receives NSF Career Award
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Dr. Jon-Paul Maria, assistant
professor of materials science and engineering at North Carolina State University,
has received a Faculty Early Career Development (Career) Award from the National
Science Foundation, effective August 1, 2006. The
Career award is one of the highest honors given by NSF to young university faculty
in science and engineering.
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Engineering Alumni Fitts and York to Receive Watuaga Medals
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http://www.ncsu.edu/news/press_releases/06_02/028.htm
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American Concrete Institute to Honor Zia
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The American Concrete Institute (ACI) will honor
Dr. Paul Zia for his lifetime achievements at the ACI Spring Convention “Bridging
the Carolinas — Fast Track Innovations” to be held March 26 through 30
in the Charlotte Convention Center.
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Ma Receives NSF Career Award
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Dr. Xiaosong Ma, assistant
professor of computer science at North Carolina State University, has received
a Faculty
Early Career Development (Career) Award from the National Science
Foundation (NSF), effective March 1, 2006. The Career award is one of the highest
honors given by NSF to young university faculty in science and engineering.
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Wang Receives NSF Career Award
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Dr. Wenye Wang, assistant
professor of electrical and computer engineering at North Carolina State University,
has received a Faculty
Early Career Development (Career) Award from the National Science
Foundation (NSF), effective March 1, 2006. The Career award is one of the highest
honors given by NSF to young university faculty in science and engineering.
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Eun Receives NSF Career Award
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Dr. Do Young Eun, assistant
professor of electrical and computer engineering at North Carolina State University,
has received a Faculty
Early Career Development (Career) Award from the National
Science Foundation (NSF), effective March 1, 2006. The Career award is one of
the highest honors given by NSF to young university faculty in science and engineering.
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Barlage Receives NSF Career Award
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Dr. Douglas Barlage, assistant
professor of electrical and computer engineering at North Carolina State University,
has received a Faculty
Early Career Development (Career) Award from the National Science Foundation.
The Career award is one of the highest honors given by NSF to young university
faculty in science and engineering.
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Bottomley Selected to Chair ASEE Division
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Dr. Laura J. Bottomley, Director of Women in Engineering and Outreach Programs in the College of Engineering at North Carolina State University, has been selected to chair the K-12 and Precollege Division of the American Society of Engineering Educators (ASEE). She also chairs the By-Laws Committee for the same division.
The ASEE K-12 and Precollege Division focuses on development of innovative K-12 engineering education curricula and provides a forum for sharing engineering educational initiatives and methods. The division also works to increase participation of university faculty and industrial partners in K-12 engineering education.
Bottomley, who received her Ph.D. in electrical and computer engineering from NC State in 1992, joined the College of Engineering in 1997.
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Rajala Appointed Chairperson of NC Mining Commission
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Dr. Sarah A. Rajala, associate dean for research
and graduate programs in the College of Engineering at North Carolina State
University, has been appointed chairperson of the North Carolina Mining Commission
by Governor Mike Easley. The appointment is effective immediately.
Rajala, who joined the NC State Department of Electrical
and Computer Engineering in 1979, is a Fellow of the Institute of Electrical
and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). She has received numerous awards including
the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering
Mentoring, Outstanding Engineering Educator of the Southeastern Section of the
IEEE and election to the Academy of Outstanding Electrical Engineers and Council
of Alumnae at Michigan Technological University. She earned her Ph.D.
in electrical engineering from Rice University in 1979.
The North Carolina Mining Commission was established
in the Department of Environment and Natural Resources to act as a guiding body
for the enhancement of the mining resources of the State.
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Hall Receives Camille Dreyfus Distinguished Professorship
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Dr. Carol K. Hall, Alcoa
Professor of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at North Carolina State University,
has been named Camille Dreyfus Distinguished University Professor. Effective
January 1, 2006, the appointment was approved by the NC State University Board
of Trustees. Hall is the first woman to hold the prestigious Camille Dreyfus
Professorship at NC State.
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Antón Wins Women of Influence Award
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Dr. Annie Antón, associate professor of computer science, was featured in the December 2005 issue of CSO (Chief Security Officer) Magazine. Anton, along with three others, recently received a Women of Influence award at the 2005 Executive Women's Forum in Phoenix, Ariz. The award, sponsored by CSO Magazine, highlights the accomplishments of women who have demonstrated innovation and made a positive difference in the security field.
For more information about the award, go to the website at www.csoonline.com/read/010106/women_influence.html.
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Leach Named Endowed Progress Energy Faculty Fellow
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http://www.mae.ncsu.edu/news/awards/2005/20050901_01.html
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