Zoran Gajic, PhD, a professor of electrical and computer engineering at Rutgers University, will discuss "Power Control in Wireless Communication Networks via Estimation of Signal Interference and Optimization of Signal to Interference Ratio" on Tuesday Dec 18, 2007 at 5-6PM in 202 ECEC. >>

Andreas Acrivos, PhD, Albert Einstein Professor of Science and Engineering at The Levich Institute, City College of CUNY, will discuss “Rimming Flows within a Rotating Horizontal Cylinder and the Drag-out Problem in Film Coating” on Dec. 10 at 2:45 p.m. in Kupfrian Hall Room 117. The lecture is a joint seminar of the Otto H. York Department of Chemical Engineering at NJIT, the NSF Engineering Research Center and the NJ Center for Engineered Particulates at NJIT. >>

When Oscar Tapia was 13 years old he always carried a dictionary. It was his friend and his teacher -- his passport to a brighter future. He had just arrived from Mexico and was eager to learn English. >>

Black Enterprise magazine has named Treena Livingston Arinzeh, 37, one of “40 under 40” to watch in 2008. Arinzeh, an associate professor in NJIT’s Department of Biomedical Engineering, has earned national recognition for her pioneering adult stem cell research to find ways to use biomaterials to re-engineer tissues. >>

Teh C. Ho, PhD, senior research associate at Corporate Research Laboratories, ExxonMobil Research & Engineering Co., will discuss “Kinetic Modeling of Hydrocarbon Processing” on Dec. 3 at 2:45 p.m. in Kupfrian Hall Room 117. >>

Ali N. Akansu, PhD, professor in the department of electrical and computer engineering at NJIT, has been elected a Fellow of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), one of the Institute’s most prestigious honors and the highest grade of membership. >>

Nina C. Shapley, PhD, an assistant professor in the department of chemical engineering at Columbia University, will discuss "Complex Geometry Flows of Concentrated Suspensions and Novel Tracer Particle Design" on Nov. 19, 11:30 a.m. -1 p.m. in the Mechanical Engineering Center Room 224. >>

Oscar Tapia, a computer engineering major at NJIT, was named a recipient of the 2007 Google Hispanic College Fund Scholarship. The program provides $5,000 awards to both undergraduate and graduate students who have demonstrated academic excellence in the fields of computer science and computer engineering. >>

Pushpendra Singh, PhD, professor in the department of mechanical engineering at NJIT, has been elected as a fellow of the American Physical Society. Singh was recognized for his outstanding contributions to the development of efficient algorithms for the direct numerical simulations of multiphase fluids. >>

Ever wonder how professors obtain sizable government grants to buy supercomputers and, in turn, give their tech-related research a boost?  Then set your Internet dial this Thursday, Nov. 8 at noon (U.S. EST) to hear NJIT electrical engineering professor Sirin Tekinay detail the process in a cyber-program sponsored by the Chronicle of Higher Education. >>

A liquid dispensing system useful for identifying medical woes ranging from cancer to bird flu will garner an award for two NJ inventors this week. The researchers Timothy Chang, electrical and computer engineering professor at NJIT, and Peter Tolias, executive director, Institute of Genomic Medicine at UMDNJ-New Jersey Medical School, will be honored Nov. 7 by the Research and Development Council of New Jersey for their patent to develop this new system. >>

More than 30 New Jersey high schools are expected to attend the Fall Career Day event today from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Hosted by NJIT's Newark College of Engineering, students will have the opportunity  to explore six diverse engineering fields, all on the same day on the NJIT campus. >>

NJIT Professor Named Fellow of American Physical SocietyPushpendra Singh, PhD, professor in the department of mechanical engineering, has been elected a fellow of the American Physical Society (APS).  Singh was recognized for his outstanding contributions to the development of efficient algorithms for the direct numerical simulations of multiphase fluids (DNS), and for using the DNS technique in conjunction with experiments as a tool for understanding the physics of a broad range of multiphase systems. NJIT Student Awarded Google Hispanic College Fund ScholarshipOscar Tapia, a computer technology major at NJIT, is a recipient of  the 2007 Google Hispanic College Fund Scholarship. The program provides awards of $5,000 to both undergraduate and graduate students who have demonstrated academic excellence in the fields of computer science and computer engineering and who have made significant contributions to their communities.  >>

Hernán Makse, PhD, associate professor in the Department of Physics at City College of New York, Levich Institute, will discuss “Statistical Mechanics of Jammed Matter” on Nov. 5, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Mechanical Engineering Center, Room 224. >>

Pablo G. Debenedetti, Class of 1950 Professor of Engineering and Applied Science and professor of chemical engineering at Princeton University, will discuss “From Particle Packings to Amino Acid Sequences: Statistical Characterization of Complex Systems” on Oct. 29 at 2:45 p.m., Kupfrian Hall Room 117. >>

Amy Q. Shen, PhD, an assistant professor in the department of mechanical engineering at Washington University in St. Louis, will discuss the “Hydrodynamics of Complex Fluids at Small Length-Scales” on Oct. 22 at 2:40 p.m. in Kupfrian Hall Room 117. >>

Ilhan A. Aksay, PhD, professor in the department of chemical engineering at Princeton University, will discuss "Structure and Dynamics of Surfactant Micelles on Crystalline Templates" at the Fall 2007 Graduate Seminar Series on Oct. 15 at 2:45 p.m., Kupfrian Hall Room 117. >>

Kwabena A. Narh, PhD, associate professor in the department of mechanical engineering at NJIT, will discuss “"A Novel Procedure for Improving the Dispersion of Carbon nanotubes in Nanocomposites" on Oct. 3. >>

Chemical Engineering Professor Receives 2007 Robert Swanson Award Reginald PT (Reg) Tomkins, PhD, a professor and interim chairperson in the department of chemical engineering, was the 2007 recipient of the annual Robert Swanson Award for his continuing support of the athletic program in his 30 years on the NJIT faculty. Named for the late NJIT professor and athletic director, the Bob Swanson Award is presented to the faculty or staff member who has shown continued support for the Highlander athletic program.AIChE at NJIT Receives Award for Outstanding Student Chapter  The NJIT student chapter of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) received an Outstanding Student Chapter award from the national organization. The awards are presented annually to those Student Chapters that show an exceptional level of participation, enthusiasm, program quality, professionalism, and involvement in the university and community.Humanities Professor Publishes Book on Founder of Macedonian Dynasty Norman Tobias, PhD, an associate professor in the department of humanities, has published Basil I, Founder of the Macedonian Dynasty: A Study of the Political and Military History of the Byzantine Empire in the Ninth Century (Mellen Press, 2007). The book provides a re-examination of the life and accomplishments of Emperor Basil the First. Read more. >>

More than 100 faculty, staff and students crowded into Eberhardt Hall NJIT Alumni Center yesterday for a memorial celebration of chemical engineer, inventor and philanthropist Otto H. York. >>

Morton M. Denn, PhD, Albert Einstein Professor of Science and Engineering and Director of the Levich Institute at CUNY, will discuss “Failure and Wall Slip in Entangled Polymer Melts” on Sept. 24 at 2:45 p.m., Kupfrian Hall Rm. 117. >>

NJIT Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering Timothy Wang, PhD, of Montville, received an excellent teacher designation at NJIT’s annual convocation on Sept. 5, 2007. >>

John F. Brady, PhD, Chevron Professor of Chemical Engineering at California Institute of Technology, will discuss "Micro vs. Macro Rheology" on Sept. 10 at 2:45 p.m., Kupfrian Hall, Room 117. >>

Jada Hoyle-Gardner, a rising 7th grader at Hillside Catholic Academy, demonstrates Newton’s Three Laws of Motion by simulating an amusement park swing ride. She participated in the Pre-Engineering Program (PrEP) at NJIT, a five-week program designed to provide academically talented post-sixth grade students with an introduction to mechanical engineering that will hopefully propel them toward math and science careers. >>

Two New Jersey Institute of Technology infrastructure experts are available to discuss steel arch truss structure; metal fatigue; deteriorating infrastructure and more. >>

Dan Watts is on a crusade. The NJIT research professor would like the pharmaceutical industry to adopt safer, greener, more efficient and more effective manufacturing processes. Last week Watts brought his crusade down to the grass roots level at a five-day workshop at which 16 faculty from universities around the nation developed ways to encourage their students to pursue careers in the pharmaceutical industry so this new way of thinking can flourish. >>

We can all breathe easier thanks to NJIT alumnus John J. Mooney. In 1971, Mooney co-invented the three-way automotive catalytic converter, one of the 10 most important innovations in automotive history. During NJIT’s May 17 graduation ceremony in Continental Airlines Arena, he will receive an honorary doctorate. >>

As a child Ashley Chou enjoyed playing with Legos. Taking things apart to see how they worked was her passion. She never lost this inquisitive quality, which she hopes to serve future employers well. Chou will graduate from NJIT on May 17, 2007 with a degree in industrial engineering. >>

Hamid Bagce will graduate on May 17, 2007 from NJIT at Continental Airlines Arena with a perfect 4.0 average and with one of the top honors from Newark College of Engineering. Last March, he was named best biomedical engineering student of the year. >>

When Matthew Schaefer started his freshman year at NJIT, he set himself a lofty goal: In four years, he’d graduate with a perfect grade-point average. As NJIT’s May 17, 2007 graduation approaches, Schaefer will have met his goal. The Randolph Township native will graduate with a 3.988 accumulated average. >>

Those seeking first-hand information and responses to questions about stem cell research are invited to attend the first regional Stem Cell Public Information Forum on May 22, 7-9 p.m. at the County College of Morris in Randolph. Donald Sebastian, PhD, senior vice president for research and development and Treena Arinzeh, PhD, associate professor of biomedical engineering, will participate in a panel discussion. Registration is free; seating is limited. Reserve seats by registering at www.stemcellhealing.org or e-mail info@stemcellhealing.org. >>

Maureen Sturgeon, a non-traditional, adult student who is on her second career, may be the most industrious student to graduate May 17, 2007, from NJIT. Sturgeon will graduate with an almost-perfect grade-point average, while holding down a full-time job as the engineering inspector for Franklin Township. >>

Liberty Science Center and NJIT have signed an agreement affirming their dedication to collaborating and cooperating in programs and initiatives that advance mutual missions and objectives that lead to improved teaching and learning, and that contribute to improved science and technology literacy. >>

Sunil Saigal, PhD, PE, has been appointed dean and distinguished professor with tenure in the department of civil and environmental engineering at Newark College of Engineering at New Jersey Institute of Technology. >>

An essay by Satyaki Sen, a student majoring in electrical engineering at NJIT, was critiqued by former Secretary of State Henry A. Kissinger at the 47th Naval Academy Foreign Affairs Conference (NAFAC). Hosted by the United States Naval Academy, NAFAC brings together an outstanding group of undergraduates to debate major issues of American foreign policy. Sen participated as a Metro International delegate at the conference, at which Kissinger delivered the keynote speech. >>

A way to provide electricity to New York City in the next century garnered a national award for a team of students at NJIT. The “City of the Future” contest sponsored by IBM, The History Channel, and the American Society of Civil Engineers named four NJIT electrical and computer engineering students “IBM Engineers of the Future.” >>

Ever get stuck, not knowing how to fix a calculator or cell phone? Then check out a new book by Lisa Simone, PhD, an assistant professor at NJIT. If I Only Changed the Software, Why Is the Phone on Fire? (Elsevier, 2007) offers step-by-step, easy-to-understand information about how to debug small and large electronic products. >>

A team of civil engineering students from NJIT took home the award for best overall bridge in the National American Institute of Steel Construction & the American Society of Civil Engineers Collegiate Bridge Competition at the New York City College of Technology. >>

NJIT will host engineering educators from across the nation at the 2007 Mid-Atlantic Regional Meeting of the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE), which will focus on "Embracing Diversity in Learning: The Challenge for Engineering Education” on April 13-14 in the NJIT Campus Center. >>

Abdelfattah M.G. Zebib, PhD, a professor and deputy dean of the School of Engineering at Rutgers University, will discuss “Marangoni Instabilities in Spherical Shells" on April 18 at 1 p.m., Mechanical Engineering Center, Rm. 224. >>

An electrical and computer engineering sophomore at NJIT was named a Goldwater scholar earlier this week by the Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program. Mohammad Farhan Haider Naqvi received the honor based upon his analysis of energy emitted from the Sun, since 1996. >>

Demetrius T. Papageorgiou, PhD, a professor in the department of mathematical sciences at NJIT, will discuss “Problems in Interfacial Electrohydrodynamics” on April 4 at 1 p.m., Mechanical Engineering Center, Rm. 224. >>

Wassim Jabi, PhD, an assistant professor in the New Jersey School of Architecture at NJIT, will lead a research team to apply the traditional studio model of teaching and learning to computing sciences. Earlier this month, the NSF announced support of the project with an 18-month, $200,000 grant. >>

Qiao Lin, PhD, an associate professor in the department of mechanical engineering at Columbia University, will discuss “Integrating MEMS and Microfludics for Thermal Sensing and Control of Biomolecules” on March 28 at 1 p.m., Mechanical Engineering Center, Room 224. >>

Troy Shinbrot, PhD, an associate professor in the department of biomedical engineering at Rutgers University, will discuss “Separation and Charge Amplification in Granular Flows” on March 26, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Mechanical Engineering Center, Room 221. >>

More than 300 people and 30 companies are expected to attend the Fourth Annual Biomedical Engineering Showcase and Career Fair on March 9 at NJIT. The event, to be held from 7:30 a.m.-1:45 p.m. in NJIT’s Campus Center, unites industry professionals and academics interested in the applied-life sciences. >>

Due to the inclement weather, the lecture by William A. Wulf, PhD, president of the National Academy of Engineering, that was originally scheduled today at 11:30 a.m. has been postponed. >>

C.C. Huang, PhD, director of Research and Development, Nanotechnology and Micron Products at Hosokawa Micron Powder Systems, will discuss “The Fabrication of Nano-Composites and Engineered Particles Using Dry Powder Processing Technique”  on Feb. 21, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Mechanical Engineering Center Rm. 224. >>

A team of NJIT engineering students received the Egor Popov Award for Structural Innovation and ranked ninth overall in the 2007 Earthquake Engineering Research Institute (EERI) Seismic Design Competition for Undergraduates in Civil and Structural Engineering. The competition was held on Feb. 8-9 at the EERI Annual Meeting in Los Angeles. >>

Eui-Hyeok Yang, PhD, an associate professor in the department of mechanical engineering at Stevens Institute of Technology, will discuss "Piezoelectric Microactuator Technologies for Space Applications" on Feb. 21 at 1 p.m., Mechanical Engineering Center Rm. 224. >>

The man who helped make wireless cell phones a must-have device for millions around the world recently received kudos and thanks from colleagues at the anniversary of the founding in 1986 of NJIT's Center for Wireless Communication and Signal Processing. The Center was the brainchild of visionary electrical engineer Yeheskel Bar-Ness, PhD, distinguished professor of electrical and computer engineering at NJIT. >>

Bruno A. Boley, PhD, professor emeritus in the department of civil engineering and applied mechanics at Columbia University, will discuss "Some Reminiscences on Raymond D. Mindlin on the Centennial of His Birth" on Feb. 5, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Mechanical Engineering Center, Rm. 224. >>

Andy Norris, PhD, a professor in the department of mechanical and aerospace engineering at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, will discuss "Crack Front Waves and Matched Asymptotic Expansions" at an Applied Mathematics Colloquium on Jan. 26 at 11:30 a.m. in Cullimore Lecture Hall II. >>

Norman W. Loney, PhD, an associate professor in the department of chemical engineering at NJIT, was invited to give a seminar titled “Mathematical Model of a Multi-fibule Counter Current Dialyzer” at Ohio State University on Jan. 18. >>

"Polymer Melting and Mixing Mechanisms in Twin Rotor Processing Equipment" is the topic of a discussion by Costas G. Gogos, PhD, distinguished research professor in the department of chemical engineering at NJIT, on Jan. 31 at 1 p.m., Mechanical Engineering Center Rm. 224. >>