NCAT researchers join NSF-funded BRIDGES Engine to explore plant-based asphalt materials
Allison Killingsworth | 07/14/26
NCAT joins Auburn’s NSF-funded BRIDGES Engine to research plant-based asphalt materials that could support more sustainable, high-performance pavements.
#GINNing Podcast: The Breadwinner
Austin Phillips | 07/10/26
Joseph Rusk is the breadwinner. The rising senior in electrical and computer engineering has won more than $80,000 for his start-up, The BreadBoard Company, and he’s not done yet. Soon, his product will begin shipping and helping teach people of all ages how to use the electrical engineering circuit board. So, I guess you could say, he’ll be making that bread.
Rain Ready Alabama offers stormwater implementation funding for homes, businesses and communities
Dustin Duncan | 07/08/26
Auburn Engineering is helping homeowners, businesses, homeowner associations and communities across Alabama address stormwater issues through Rain Ready Alabama, a new program that connects eligible participants with reimbursement support for approved green stormwater infrastructure projects.
‘We’re giving local communities in Alabama a fighting chance’: McCrary program provides cyber defense for local governments across the state
Joe McAdory | 07/07/26
The Alabama Cybersecurity Intelligence Center, a joint initiative of the Alabama Office of Information Technology and the McCrary Institute, offers basic cyber hygiene, penetration testing, incident response planning and round-the-clock monitoring of every device on a municipal network.
Graduate School ambassador makes Auburn feel like home
07/07/26
Kate Handel is a third-generation Auburn engineer.
#GINNing Podcast: Honey, have you Heard?
Austin Phillips | 07/03/26
There’s a buzz around town about Dylan Heard, a rising senior in mechanical engineering. Heard has spent many hours of his time as an undergraduate student working with the Auburn University Bee Center making that honey, and come next year after graduation he’s going to be making that money.
Engineering Development Forum 2026 hosted by Auburn Engineering
07/02/26
The Samuel Ginn College of Engineering hosted the 2026 Engineering Development Forum June 22-24, the first time the conference had been held in Alabama.
Auburn Engineering hosts national transportation leaders for CUTC Summer Meeting
Dustin Duncan | 07/01/26
Auburn Engineering hosted USDOT Assistant Secretary Seval Oz and national transportation leaders for the 2026 CUTC Summer Meeting, highlighting AUTRI, NCAT and Auburn’s transportation research.
Newly installed rheometer expands chemical engineering research capabilities
Joe McAdory | 07/01/26
Students in Virginia Davis' lab are first in U.S. to have access to Anton Paar 503 modular compact rheometer.
Assistant professor in CSSE wins Sony Faculty Innovation Award
Joe McAdory | 06/30/26
Jiaqi Wang, assistant professor in the Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering, won the Sony Faculty Innovation Award, a program that supports pioneering academic research and provides $100,000 in funding.
Chemical engineering alumnus, professor win first place and $100K in Alabama Launchpad Life Sciences Division finals
Joe McAdory | 06/29/26
Co-founded by former Auburn graduate student researcher Yuan Tian and Elizabeth Lipke, the Uthlaut Endowed Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering, the biotech business venture develops tissue engineered 3D tumor models designed to improve the reliability of preclinical cancer drug testing.
#GINNing Podcast: New Chair in Town
Austin Phillips | 06/26/26
Mark Schall is a man of many hats. He’s served as associate chair of the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering, as the Daniel F. and Josephine Breeden Professor and as director of the Human Systems Integration Center. But come Aug. 1, he’ll have a new title: department chair. So, pull up your chair as we chat with the chair on this episode of the #GINNing podcast.
Graduate student in biosystems engineering earns Tau Beta Pi honor society’s Centennial Fellowship
Joe McAdory | 06/25/26
Not only is Ayden Kemp one of 31 Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society fellowship winners for 2026, but the graduate student in biosystems engineering also earned the organization’s highest distinction.
Engineering senior wins second ASF Astronaut Scholarship
06/23/26
Auburn Engineering senior Eirik Mulder, an Honors College student double majoring in aerospace engineering and computer science, has received the Astronaut Scholarship for the second year.
NCAME partners with high-performance metal powder producer to evaluate cold spray for repair of critical components
Joe McAdory | 06/23/26
A team of researchers at the National Center for Additive Manufacturing Excellence, in partnership with 6K Additive, a U.S.-based manufacturer of premium metal powders and alloy additions, is investigating how various cold spray feedstock materials perform under demanding conditions.
#GINNing Podcast: The Maine Teacher
Austin Phillips | 06/19/26
Lynnae Stypulkowski was born to be an engineer. She was also born to teach. The lecturer in civil and environmental engineering is passionate about geotechnical engineering, stormwater research and teaching. So, what better place to be than Auburn University?
Aerospace assistant professor receives NSF fellowship to advance multiphysics flow simulations
Dustin Duncan | 06/17/26
Aerospace engineering assistant professor Nek Sharan has received an NSF fellowship to develop AI-supported computational tools for predicting and reducing shock-induced vibrations in high-speed aerospace systems.
Auburn University students awarded Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship for study abroad
06/16/26
Four Auburn University students, including Sally Price, a junior in software engineering, have been awarded the Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship to study abroad. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, the nationally competitive program provides grants for U.S. citizen undergraduate students pursuing academic experiences around the world.
Industrial and systems engineering assistant professor earns NSF CAREER Award for human-centered augmented reality research
Dustin Duncan | 06/15/26
Missie Smith, industrial and systems engineering assistant professor, earned an NSF CAREER Award to study how augmented reality affects decision-making and performance.
Auburn Engineering to introduce biomedical engineering graduate and certificate programs
Joe McAdory | 06/15/26
Led by the Department of Chemical Engineering and the Biomedical Engineering Advisory Committee, the state‑approved programs will serve the entire College of Engineering and the broader Auburn University community.
#GINNing Podcast: The Mississippi Drifter
Austin Phillips | 06/12/26
It’s been a busy month for Missie Smith, assistant professor of industrial and systems engineering. First, she was named as one of Business Alabama’s Women in Tech for 2026. Then, she was awarded an NSF CAREER Award for her work in augmented reality. Now, she’s the next guest on the #GINNing Podcast. Just imagine how far her career is going after this…
Rising senior in mechanical engineering selected as 2026 Groenendyke Scholarship recipient
Joe McAdory | 06/11/26
Ada Pratico is involved in the college's Makerspace, served on Auburn's Engineers Without Borders Bolivia team and completed a co-op rotation at Rheem's water heater division in Montgomery.
Six aerospace engineering students receive NASA space grant consortium scholarships
06/11/26
This year’s recipients include undergraduate scholars Jordan Geidel, Addisyn “Addie” Kriger, Eirik Mulder and Amanda Vogel, as well as graduate fellows Paxton Albright and Ashton Shannon.
Auburn University Board of Trustees approves 77-acre Research Park expansion to accommodate future program growth
06/10/26
Auburn University trustees approved a 77-acre expansion of The Park, supporting advanced manufacturing research, industry partnerships and future program growth.
Assistant professor selected to Alabama Biomanufacturing Labs cohort
06/09/26
Biosystems Engineering Assistant Professor Hossein Jahromi was selected as part of the Alabama Biomanufacturing Labs cohort, an opportunity that will allow his lab to move their biolubricant technology to the next stage of development.
Interdisciplinary project awarded $600K to improve STEM education in rural Alabama middle schools
Joe McAdory | 06/09/26
The initiative will provide 24 seventh- and eighth-grade educators with research and training experiences in artificial intelligence, machine learning and robotics.
#GINNing Podcast: 5 Degrees of Preparation
Austin Phillips | 06/05/26
Looking to further your engineering education or acquire new skills through professional development? Alicia Harkless has you covered. The director of Auburn Engineering’s Office of Online and Continuing Education loves learning, both on campus and online. She holds two bachelor’s degrees, two master’s degrees and a Ph.D. And because of her, you too can add a degree to your portfolio from the comfort of your office or home.
Schall named chair of Industrial and Systems Engineering
Dustin Duncan | 06/04/26
Mark Schall has been named chair of Auburn University's Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering, effective Aug. 1.
AUBE Lab, soccer player analyze the biomechanics of the body feint
06/03/26
Graduate students working in the Auburn University Biomechanical Engineering Lab, with the help of Auburn senior defensive midfielder Fizz Hutton, recently decided to analyze a masterpiece of anatomical misdirection engineered by the most valuable leg in the world.
Graduate student scanned her brain each week to track how a night’s sleep shapes the next day’s chemistry
Joe McAdory | 06/03/26
Joshita Majumdar, a graduate student in electrical and computer engineering, underwent 104 MRI scans over 18 months.
Deep impact: Engineers Without Borders develops clean water system for Guatemalan village
Joe McAdory | 06/01/26
Thirteen Auburn Engineering students and two faculty advisors completed the rebuild of a water distribution system serving a remote Guatemalan village.
Six Auburn researchers recognized as trailblazing women in tech
05/29/26
Six Auburn University researchers are being honored for breakthroughs and leadership spanning aerospace, agriculture, advanced manufacturing, water quality and human-computer interaction in Business Alabama's Women in Tech 2026 list.
#GINNing Podcast: India the Incredible
Austin Phillips | 05/29/26
When you were a student, did you make the dean’s list every semester? Didn’t think so. But you know who did? India Warren did. In addition, this week’s guest has accomplished a lot in the past month. She was named as the Outstanding Civil and Environmental Engineering Student of the Year, graduated summa cum laude and has begun graduate school. And that was just in her spare time.
Auburn expands Space Development Agency collaboration through Educational Partnership Agreement
05/28/26
Auburn University recently entered into an Educational Partnership Agreement with the Space Development Agency, a move designed to accelerate innovation in space technologies while cultivating the next generation of defense-focused engineering talent.
NCAME partners with Lockheed Martin to develop components for future aircraft
Joe McAdory | 05/28/26
Researchers in the National Center for Additive Manufacturing Excellence are partnering with Lockheed Martin on the development of a flight intended component for the company’s Vectis aircraft platform, scheduled to fly in 2027.
McCrary Institute welcomes former NSA acting director and U.S. Cyber Command commander to advisory board
Victoria Dillon | 05/28/26
Lt. Gen. Joe Hartman was central to the development of national security policy and advancing cyber, intelligence and emerging technology capabilities to support national defense.
Chen appointed materials engineering program chair
Joe McAdory | 05/26/26
Pengyu Chen, the Francis Family Professor and Ginn Faculty Achievement Fellow in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, will assume the role of materials engineering program chair on July 1.
#GINNing Podcast: Orange Beach and Navy
Austin Phillips | 05/22/26
Last week, we heard from Roland Walker of the famed Walkers of Orange Beach. This week, hear the other side of the story, as brother Bill sets the record straight on what Roland got wrong. Bill’s blood runs Auburn colors, from Orange Beach to the Navy. This commander was forged by the sea, and now he’s full speed ahead.
Aerospace engineering graduate student earns consecutive AIAA honors for vortex rocket engine research
Dustin Duncan | 05/19/26
Auburn aerospace engineering graduate student Patrick Eid earned consecutive AIAA honors for award-winning vortex rocket engine research.
Pulp and paper program's reputation grows with record enrollment, expanded research capability
Joe McAdory | 05/19/26
Continued success of the college’s pulp and paper program reflects its strength across education, research and industry partnership, said Zhihua Jiang, the Auburn Pulp and Paper Foundation Endowed Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering.
Stormwater Week showcases Auburn Engineering’s expanding stormwater expertise
Dustin Duncan | 05/19/26
Auburn Engineering’s Stormwater Week drew hundreds of industry professionals to the Stormwater Research Facility for hands-on training, field demonstrations and stormwater education.
Auburn Engineering's $49M contract with Pentagon built on trust
Joe McAdory | 05/19/26
Two years removed from a $50 million agreement to enhance the U.S. Army’s advanced manufacturing technologies, the Department of War is calling on Auburn Engineering again — this time through a five-year, $49 million contract supporting the military’s aviation and missile enterprise. Why? Trust.
Doctoral student in chemical engineering earns research, leadership awards from Society for Biomaterials, Merck and AU Involve
Joe McAdory | 05/18/26
Kwaghtaver Desongu named AU Involve Student Leader of the Year and recognized for research modeling cancer to obesity conditions
AUARI, electrical and computer engineering researchers collaborate with Army's Pathfinder Program on $670k project
Joe McAdory | 05/18/26
Auburn Engineering researchers are developing a “position hold” capability that allows small uncrewed aircraft to remain there entirely without the aid of GPS.
#GINNing Podcast: The Sea Rebel
Austin Phillips | 05/14/26
This is a tale of two brothers — Roland and Bill Walker — and this is the legacy of the Walker family of Orange Beach who traveled from the charter industry at the Gulf Coast to the orange and blue of the Plains. And now, they’re giving back in both places. First up: brother Roland. This fisherman turned electrical engineer brought many good things to life for GE, and now he’s doing the same for future Auburn engineers. So, pick up your rod and reels, bait your hook and get ready: this is the Sea Rebel.
Auburn Design Build Fly team finishes No. 9 globally, tops among SEC schools
Dustin Duncan | 05/13/26
Auburn Engineering’s Design Build Fly team finished No. 9 in the world and first among SEC schools after rebuilding its aircraft days before international competition in Wichita, Kansas.
Rising senior in electrical and computer engineering wins first place, $75,000 at Alabama Launchpad pitch competition
Joe McAdory | 05/11/26
Joseph Rusk, a rising senior in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, won Alabama Launchpad’s Cycle 1 2026 Technology Division finals on May 7 in Birmingham, securing the $75,000 top prize for his startup, The BreadBoard Company.
#GINNing Podcast: The Holy Grail of Catalysis
Austin Phillips | 05/08/26
Move over Dmitri Mendeleev and make room for Konstantin Klyukin, an assistant professor of materials and mechanical engineering. While the new Russian research machine may be in search of the holy grail of catalysis, it’s gonna have to wait 20 minutes for this next podcast.
Civil and Environmental engineering professor elected vice president of American Concrete Institute
Dustin Duncan | 05/07/26
Anton Schindler, Mountain Spirit Professor of civil and environmental engineering and director of the Highway Research Center, has been elected vice president of the American Concrete Institute.
Auburn Engineering-based startup one of four Alabama Launchpad Life Sciences Division finalists
Joe McAdory | 05/06/26
Former Auburn graduate student researcher Yuan Tian and Professor Elizabeth Lipke will present VivoSphere, a tissue-engineered platform for 3D tumor modeling, before industry professional judges on May 14.
Students learn engineering principles through pottery design
Dustin Duncan | 05/05/26
Auburn engineering students learn airflow, pressure and fluid dynamics through hands-on pottery design in ENGR 1770, creating instruments and puzzle jars that must function correctly.
Auburn team wins largest student robotics competition in the world
05/04/26
Aubie2, a team representing the Auburn Robotics Club, recently won the 2026 VEX Robotics World Championships in St. Louis, a competition Guinness World Records identifies as the largest robotics competition on the planet.
#GINNing Podcast: NCAME to SpaceX
05/01/26
SpaceX loves Auburn Engineering graduates. SpaceX needs more Auburn Engineering graduates. Enter Nick Raciti. The honors mechanical engineering graduate will take his diploma and head to the West Coast upon graduation as the second #GINNing guest in a row to work with the space giant. Listen to this #GINNing episode below, or you can find it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, iHeartRadio or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts by searching #GINNing.
Rising senior in electrical and computer engineering among six Alabama Launchpad Technology Division finalists
Joe McAdory | 05/01/26
Joseph Rusk will pitch his business idea, The BreadBoard Company, before industry professional judges May 7 in Birmingham
Chemical engineering freshman earns Valero Engineering Summit award
Dustin Duncan | 04/30/26
Auburn chemical engineering freshman Brenna McAlister earns the Valero Freshman Engineering Summit award, gaining industry experience, networking opportunities and a $1,500 scholarship.
Auburn Family’s support creates extraordinary student experience
04/28/26
Auburn Engineering senior Ben Timm brings energy to campus as Auburn’s mic-man, balancing mechanical engineering studies with leading crowds at major athletic events.
Auburn engineering graduates appear on FOX game show
Dustin Duncan | 04/28/26
Auburn Engineering graduates Ryan McGill and Jennifer Matis appeared on Fox’s “The 1% Club,” competing in a national puzzle-based game show filmed in Atlanta.
Auburn Engineering receives unmanned aircraft system from FMS Aerospace
Dustin Duncan | 04/28/26
Auburn Engineering receives a full-scale unmanned aircraft system from FMS Aerospace, giving students hands-on access to a modern Skyron X platform for research and real-world applications.
Two Auburn Engineering staff members presented with Graduate School's Roden Award
Karen Hunley | 04/28/26
Krysta Weed, program manager for Engineering Online and Continuing Education, and Yury Morales, accountant in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, were honored at the April 24 Graduate Student Awards.
Aerospace engineering senior named Auburn Engineering graduation marshal
Dustin Duncan | 04/28/26
Auburn Engineering senior Cade May has been named graduation marshal for spring 2026 commencement after earning a 4.0 GPA and leading in research, leadership and campus involvement.
Auburn Engineering to integrate career readiness instruction in the curriculum after measurable gains in pilot program
Dustin Duncan | 04/28/26
Auburn Engineering will integrate career readiness into the curriculum after a pilot program reached more than 2,600 students and showed measurable gains in engagement and career preparation.
Two Auburn Engineering students receive President's Awards from the university
Joe McAdory | 04/28/26
Rehman Qureshi, a graduate student, and Al Dean Francisco, a senior in bioprocess engineering, were among 13 university students recognized at an April 15 ceremony.
Junior in electrical and computer engineering awarded DOW SMART Scholarship
Joe McAdory | 04/26/26
Catherine Franco will intern at the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command in Huntsville, then work there after her Auburn academic career.
#GINNing Podcast: Formula for SpaceX
Austin Phillips | 04/24/26
While it may be appropriate for Matt Cobb to drive or fly across the stage this weekend, the senior in mechanical engineering will walk to get his diploma in Auburn Arena before shooting off to Texas. Following commencement ceremonies, Cobb will finish what he started with the Auburn Formula SAE team as it travels to the national competition before he blasts off to his new position with SpaceX.
Applied Statistics and Machine Learning course provides practical experience for students using modern AI tools
Joe McAdory | 04/24/26
Applied Statistics and Machine Learning, an interdisciplinary course housed in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, introduces students to foundational and advanced machine learning tools through hands on, application driven projects.
Auburn University Rocketry Association returns to Children’s of Alabama for fourth straight year
Dustin Duncan | 04/23/26
Auburn University Rocketry Association returns to Children’s of Alabama for the fourth year, bringing hands-on STEM activities and meaningful outreach to young patients.
Auburn Engineering ASCE student chapter takes first place at Gulf Coast Symposium
Dustin Duncan | 04/21/26
Auburn Engineering's ASCE student chapter won first place at the Gulf Coast Symposium, marking its fourth overall title in five years and advancing teams to national competition.
Auburn student designs Lego model of campus
04/21/26
An Auburn University student designed a 22,700-piece LEGO model of campus featuring 80 buildings across 160 acres, bringing students together for a hands-on campus experience.
#GINNing Podcast: The Jeremy Henderson Experience
Austin Phillips | 04/17/26
Jeremy Henderson, a communications and marketing specialist in the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering who served as the cohost of this #GINNing podcast, was born March 19, 1979. He left us too soon on April 17, 2026. No, Jeremy’s not dead, but he’s moving on to become the new senior manager for editorial and media relations for Auburn University’s Office of Communications and Marketing. Today, we’ll have one last chat with the velvet voice from Vestavia and look back on the man who helped build the best podcast in all of higher education. Buckle up… this is the Jeremy Henderson Experience.
Future STEM leaders take center stage at Alabama Science and Engineering Fair
04/16/26
More than 1,000 people gathered at Auburn University on April 11 for the 2026 Alabama Science and Engineering Fair, where student researchers presented original work, competed for top honors and connected with a statewide STEM community.
Biosystems engineering students shine at ASABE student rally
Jeremy D Henderson | 04/15/26
Auburn’s student chapter of the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) was well-represented at the organization’s annual Southeastern Student Rally, hosted by the University of Arkansas March 13-15.
Auburn Alumni Engineering Council inducts Class of 2031
Austin Phillips | 04/15/26
The Auburn Alumni Engineering Council inducted seven new members during its annual spring meeting in April in the Brown-Kopel Center.
18 Auburn Engineering faculty members named to 2026 promotion, tenure list
Joe McAdory | 04/13/26
The announcement was made from the Office of the Provost.
Auburn Engineering recognizes outstanding students, faculty, staff, alumni at annual spring awards ceremony
Dustin Duncan | 04/13/26
Auburn Engineering recognized outstanding students, faculty, staff and alumni during its annual spring awards ceremony held April 10 in the Brown-Kopel Center.
The Auburn in Artemis: How engineering alumni helped return humanity to the moon
Jeremy D Henderson | 04/10/26
From its April 1 launch to its April 10 splashdown, Artemis II, the historic latest chapter of America's legacy in space, was a near-perfect page-turner. Here, in their own words, are just a few of the hundreds of Auburn Engineers who helped write it.
#GINNing Podcast: Special Student Mulder
Jeremy D Henderson | 04/10/26
By the time you finish listening to the latest episode of the best podcast in higher education, it's entirely possible that 2026 Barry Goldwater Scholar, 2025 Astronaut Scholar, Universities Space Research Association Distinguished Undergraduate and 2025 and 2026 NASA Space Grant Scholar Eirik Mulder may have won another award.
Aerospace engineering seniors create next-gen fighter jet concept, win Capstone Design Showcase
Joe McAdory | 04/08/26
A record 465 students presented projects in a two hour poster session, the largest annual student research competition at the college.
Doctoral student in chemical engineering develops self-powered hydrogel for nerve stimulation, wins Graduate Engineering Research Showcase
Joe McAdory | 04/08/26
This year's Graduate Engineering Research Showcase drew 180 participants.
AAPT student chapter hosts first 5K at NCAT Test Track
Allison Killingsworth | 04/07/26
The Association of Asphalt Paving Technologists (AAPT) student chapter at Auburn University hosted its first 5K at the NCAT Test Track.
Auburn Engineering graduate programs No. 32 among public institutions in 2026 U.S. News and World Report rankings
Joe McAdory | 04/07/26
Auburn University’s Samuel Ginn College of Engineering continues to be recognized as a leader in higher education, ranking among the nation’s top public institutions in U.S. News and World Report’s 2026 Best Graduate Schools.
#GINNing Podcast: War Pham Eagle
Jeremy D Henderson | 04/03/26
Listen to the #GINNing Gang's conversation with NASA-friendly industrial and systems engineering senior Diane Pham.
Assistant professor featured in Royal Society of Chemistry's Emerging Investigator Series for nanoscale, soft matter research
Joe McAdory | 04/03/26
Jean-Francois Louf's research contributions to the Royal Society of Chemistry's Emerging Investigator Series includes "Interfacial mechanisms in the freezing of polymer solutions" and "Physical effects of hydrogel coatings on seed germination."
Engineering well represented at Auburn Research Symposium
Joe McAdory | 04/02/26
The annual research symposium drew nearly 500 students and postdoctoral researchers, who presented their work before faculty and peers.
Auburn to host four NSF-funded summer research sites
04/01/26
This summer, Auburn will host four REU sites where students from across the country participate in intensive NSF-funded research.
Large-scale advanced systems supporting NCAME qualification efforts toward Army AM adoption
Jeremy D Henderson | 04/01/26
The U.S. government is expecting big things out of Auburn's National Center for Additive Manufacturing Excellence — literally.
Auburn Engineering honors student named as Goldwater Scholar
Dustin Duncan | 03/31/26
Auburn Engineering student earns Goldwater Scholarship for undergraduate research in aerospace engineering and computer science.
Future Engineer Fest shines light on being a member of the Auburn Family
Austin Phillips | 03/30/26
Auburn University’s Samuel Ginn College of Engineering hosted more than 130 students and family members during two sessions in January and March as part of the college’s Future Engineer Fest.
NSF backs Auburn-led research into rewriting rules of metallic materials
Jeremy D Henderson | 03/30/26
Structured metals can be really strong at high temperature — a good thing. Or they can be somewhat pliable at room temperature — also a good thing. But they can't be both. That's just how the game is played... for now.
#GINNing Podcast: Model Student
Jeremy D Henderson | 03/27/26
If you can find an aspiring model-based systems engineer who believes in Auburn more than ISE junior Andrew Dillard, we'll close up shop.
Chemical engineering professor elected to American Association for the Advancement of Science Class of 2025 Fellows
Joe McAdory | 03/26/26
Elizabeth Lipke has spent a career developing reproducible engineered heart and cancer tissues, enabling scientists to better understand disease, test drugs and advance therapies.
Civil and environmental engineering chair elected president of Association of Asphalt Paving Technologists
Dustin Duncan | 03/26/26
Auburn civil engineering chair David Timm elected president of the Association of Asphalt Paving Technologists, advancing global asphalt research and student engagement.
Employer Summit, graduate and undergraduate research competitions highlight week
Joe McAdory | 03/26/26
Graduate, undergraduate students compete in separate research competitions on Thursday, April 2
Civil and environmental engineering professor awarded $350,000 for pedestrian safety research
Dustin Duncan | 03/25/26
Civil and environmental engineering professor Huaguo Zhou earns $350,000 to develop a national framework improving pedestrian safety through better visibility at roadway crossings.
Students in CSSE tackle AI image editing questions, present research at conference
Joe McAdory | 03/25/26
CSSE students Brandon Collins and Logan Bolton presented their research March 6-10 at the Winter Conference on Applications of Computer Vision in Tucson, Arizona.
Record number of students participate in Engineering K-12 Outreach’s ‘The Drop’
Austin Phillips | 03/25/26
Nearly 75 elementary-aged students attempted just that this past weekend as part of the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering K-12 Outreach’s annual “The Drop” event.
Auburn Engineering communications and marketing team earns 21 Public Relations Council of Alabama awards for written, digital content
Joe McAdory | 03/24/26
Awards covered writing, graphic design and special publications.
Aerospace team advances to final stage of global emergency response aircraft competition
Dustin Duncan | 03/24/26
Auburn aerospace engineering students advance to the final stage of the GoAERO Prize, developing an autonomy-enabled aircraft designed for emergency response and disaster relief.
ICAMS to launch statewide satellite model to expand advanced manufacturing access across Alabama
Dustin Duncan | 03/23/26
Auburn’s ICAMS proposes a statewide satellite model to expand advanced manufacturing access across Alabama, partnering with community colleges to deliver Industry 4.0 tools, workforce training and data-driven manufacturing solutions.
#GINNing Podcast: The Riley Factor
Jeremy D Henderson | 03/22/26
Peach State product Riley Chichester, a junior in civil and environmental engineering, wanted to build a more sustainable future through efficient engineering design, not barking.
Aerospace engineering professor earns unprecedented fourth Abe Zarem Educator Award
Dustin Duncan | 03/20/26
Auburn aerospace professor Joe Majdalani earns a record fourth AIAA Abe M. Zarem Educator Award for excellence in aeronautics and astronautics education.
The sky’s the limit: Aerospace students best in the U.S. in solar system trajectory competition
Dustin Duncan | 03/18/26
Auburn Engineering students rank No. 1 in the U.S. and 10th globally in NASA’s Global Trajectory Optimization Competition, showcasing elite skills in astrodynamics and space mission design.
Chemical engineering alumnus and board‑certified cardiologist to address spring engineering graduates as commencement speaker
03/17/26
Dr. Jason Thompson ’93, a board-certified cardiologist and Auburn engineer, will serve as a commencement speaker during the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering ceremony at 1 p.m. and the combined ceremony for the Colleges of Agriculture, Architecture, Design and Construction, Human Sciences, Nursing and Veterinary Medicine at 6 p.m. on May 2.
Auburn Engineering hosts Defense Industrial Base Digital Engineering Summit
03/17/26
Leaders from industry, government and academia gathered at Auburn University March 3-4 for the Defense Industrial Base Digital Engineering Summit, a two-day event focused on strengthening the nation’s defense capabilities through digital engineering, workforce development and collaboration.
Associate professor of electrical and computer engineering wins 2026 IEEE INFOCOM Test of Time Paper Award
Joe McAdory | 03/17/26
Yin Sun's research paper on keeping data fresh earns IEEE award
#GINNing Podcast: The Reliability of Cheney Curls
Jeremy D Henderson | 03/14/26
Let's just say that when it comes to reliability problem-solving and data analysis — and extra-curricular leadership — this mechanical engineering senior curls a lot of weight.
Associate professor of electrical and computer engineering named NAI senior member
Joe McAdory | 03/09/26
Masoud Mahjouri-Samani recognized for innovative work with dry printer, COVID testing device and other patented intellectual property.
#GINNing Podcast: Stick We Did
Jeremy D Henderson | 03/06/26
Mechanical engineering honors senior Dalton Robinson sat down with the #GINNing gang to discuss his Auburn journey, his future plans and Auburn's chances at once again sticking it to Princeton and the rest of the also-rans at the American Society of Naval Engineers' annual Promoting Electric Propulsion Competition.
Auburn Engineering earns 17 Educational Advertising Awards
Joe McAdory | 03/05/26
The college’s submissions were evaluated amongst entries from more than 1,000 other colleges, universities and secondary schools from all 50 states and numerous countries
Auburn Ethical Hacking Club advances to Southeast Regional Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition finals
Joe McAdory | 03/04/26
Twelve members of the student organization will compete in the Southeast Regional Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition March 21–22 at the University of South Florida in Tampa.
Assistant professor of chemical engineering among 30 U.S. scientists selected for NAE symposium in Hong Kong
Joe McAdory | 03/02/26
Symone Alexander is one of 30 U.S. engineers selected to attend the National Academy of Engineering’s China–America Frontiers of Engineering Symposium April 13–16 in Hong Kong.
State of Alabama Engineering Hall of Fame inducts Class of 2026
Austin Phillips | 03/02/26
The State of Alabama Engineering Hall of Fame inducted seven individuals — including three Auburn University alumni and one Auburn University staff member — and one corporation during a ceremony Feb. 28 at the Bryant Center in Tuscaloosa.
Spring semester artificial intelligence forum kicks off Friday, March 6
Joe McAdory | 03/02/26
The weekly forum offers five presentations across the semester, in-person or via Zoom.
#GINNing Podcast: The Jude Abides
Jeremy D Henderson | 02/27/26
Learn about industrial engineering sophomore Jude Smith's Auburn journey — and his artistic, campus-improving passion project — on the latest episode of the best podcast in higher education.
Auburn Applied Research Institute to host Huntsville tech tour, showcase next-generation 3D carbon fiber composites printing
Jeremy D Henderson | 02/26/26
Luke Boyer, lead principal research engineer for the Auburn University Applied Research Institute (AUARI), was pretty sure the institute’s latest acquisition would attract the right attention from the right folks in Huntsville. He was right.
Auburn TAPPI student, advisor recognized at organization's national summit
Joe McAdory | 02/26/26
Michael Reuss and Naomi Gehling returned as student and university planning chairs of the TAPPI–PIMA Student Summit, led a record-breaking event and earned its highest honors.
Campuswide event on March 3 will focus on building stronger research communities through artificial intelligence
Joe McAdory | 02/25/26
"Building Research Communities in AI" will be Tuesday, March 3, from 1-5 p.m. in the Melton Student Center ballroom.
Auburn Engineering dean appointed vice chair of the AIChE Foundation Board of Trustees
Joe McAdory | 02/24/26
In this position, Mario Eden will support the AIChE Foundation’s efforts to expand scholarships, professional development programs and global initiatives that advance the chemical engineering profession.
AUTRI receives $1.9 million to study smart tire technology for highway safety
Dustin Duncan | 02/23/26
Auburn University’s Transportation Research Institute receives $1.9 million from FMCSA to test RFID-enabled smart tire technology aimed at preventing commercial truck blowouts and improving highway safety.
Chemical engineering professor teams with Department of Energy to investigate methane-eating microbe’s high-oxygen metabolic flip
Joe McAdory | 02/23/26
Jin Wang is principal investigator on a collaborative project with the DOE's Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory.
#GINNing Podcast: Matthew the Maker
Jeremy D Henderson | 02/20/26
It might be just as large without him leading the charge. But the contagiously collaborative culture animating the largest student-run makerspace in the country definitely wouldn't be what it is today without software engineering senior Matthew Clegg.
CDCR hosts engineering experience event connecting students to industry, campus resources and career pathways
Dustin Duncan | 02/20/26
Auburn Engineering’s Office of Career Development and Corporate Relations hosts Passport to Your Engineering Experience, connecting students with industry professionals, campus resources, internships, co-ops and undergraduate research opportunities.
Associate professor of electrical and computer engineering earns ADECA grant to advance 6G communications
Joe McAdory | 02/19/26
Yin Sun is building wireless systems that prioritize significant data — including emergency alerts and crash warnings — a shift that could make future 6G networks faster, safer and more efficient.
Artificial Intelligence film series, including WarGames, Tron:Ares and Wonderland, kicks off Monday, Feb. 23
Joe McAdory | 02/19/26
Viewers will have the opportunity to watch the films, then learn from university experts, who will serve as discussion leaders about what they viewed and how these ideas apply.
NCAT director named Peter and Lisa Wilson Distinguished Professor
Allison Killingsworth | 02/17/26
Randy West, director of Auburn University’s National Center for Asphalt Technology, has been named the inaugural Peter and Lisa Wilson Distinguished Professor.
Auburn to construct world-class engineering lab, expand nation’s largest student-run makerspace
Jeremy D Henderson | 02/13/26
The Samuel Ginn College of Engineering will begin construction this spring on a world-class laboratory designed to foster interdisciplinary collaboration, creativity and industry-relevant research in advanced manufacturing that will also expand the Design and Innovation Center, commonly known as the makerspace.
#GINNing Podcast: All Systems Go
Jeremy D Henderson | 02/13/26
Want to learn how systems are measured and how those measurements shape final system design? Listen to Casey Eaton, and you'll be just fine.
Two Auburn engineers advance to Feb. 27 Tiger Cage semifinals
Joe McAdory | 02/13/26
Ethan Page, a recent graduate in mechanical engineering, and Joseph Rusk, a junior in electrical and computer engineering, are among 11 remaining teams in the annual student business pitch competition
Apple CEO, Auburn alumnus elected to National Academy of Engineering
Dustin Duncan | 02/11/26
Apple CEO and Auburn alumnus Tim Cook has been elected to the National Academy of Engineering as part of its Class of 2026, one of the highest professional honors in the field.
Assistant professor of chemical engineering earns $875K DOE Early Career Award to advance membrane-based lithium separation research
Joe McAdory | 02/11/26
Cassandra Porter's five-year project will explore how membrane chemistry and operating conditions control ion selectivity under real-world conditions.
Auburn marks 69 years of hosting Alabama Transportation Conference
Dustin Duncan | 02/10/26
Auburn University marked 69 years of hosting the Alabama Transportation Conference, drawing nearly 1,000 engineers and transportation leaders to Huntsville.
Outside the box, inside the bottle: Biosystems engineering class features unconventional filtration project
Jeremy D Henderson | 02/06/26
“Found” materials — these are what the students in BSEN 2210 Engineering Methods for Biological Systems use to create water filters as part of their coursework.
Human Systems Integration Center rebrands to reflect people-centered research
Dustin Duncan | 02/05/26
Auburn Engineering’s Human Systems Integration Center has adopted a new name to better reflect its people-centered research, education and outreach while preserving its mission.
Office space: Branden Farmer
02/05/26
With a background in engineering, Farmer is a creator who loves designing and 3D-printing all kinds of items. In his 14 years at Auburn, he’s held positions in Recreation and Wellness, First Year Experience, teaching and advising.
Tiny Steps, Big Discovery: Auburn materials engineers make high-profile breakthrough in nanophotonics
Jeremy D Henderson | 02/05/26
Researchers in Auburn's Materials Research and Education Center are revolutionizing the discipline of nanophotonics one small step at a time — literally.
NCAT research and expertise featured on global stage at TRB Annual Meeting
Allison Killingsworth | 02/04/26
NCAT staff and graduate students highlighted asphalt research through posters, lecterns and national leadership at the 2026 TRB Annual Meeting.
McCrary Institute welcomes 13 new senior fellows to advance national security and cyber resilience
Victoria Dillon | 02/03/26
Among the newest experts providing their expertise are the nation’s first national cyber director, leaders from the NSA, FBI, the intelligence community and private sector leaders with deep experience in cybersecurity startups, ransomware and artificial intelligence.
Graduate student in electrical and computer engineering becomes first AU winner of prestigious research paper competition
Joe McAdory | 02/02/26
Mason Matrazzo's study, “Parametric Modeling and Analysis of Lightning Sferic Waveforms for D-Region Remote Sensing,” demonstrated how radio waves generated by lightning can be used to track changes in the lowest region of the ionosphere.
#GINNing Podcast: Hailing Haley
Jeremy D Henderson | 01/30/26
From solid fuel rockets to medical sockets, mechanical engineering GTA Haley Duncan Evans is designing her future one interdisciplinary project at a time.
Engineering Young Alumni Council celebrates six new members
Nick Bowman | 01/29/26
The Auburn Engineering Young Alumni Council (YAC) will welcome six new members at its upcoming meeting in late April.
Auburn Engineering's online cybersecurity engineering graduate program draws No. 7 national ranking
Joe McAdory | 01/28/26
Programs.com, a New York–based education platform that evaluates top cybersecurity programs across the U.S. based on curriculum strength, career outcomes, affordability and overall academic reputation, ranked the program No. 7 nationally in its 2026 rankings of top online master’s programs.
AUTRI director receives Council of University Transportation Centers’ Lifetime Achievement Award
Dustin Duncan | 01/27/26
AUTRI Director Larry Rilett received the CUTC Lifetime Achievement Award for advancing transportation research, education and public service.
Auburn Engineering jumps two spots to No. 18 in latest U.S. News online graduate program rankings
Karen Hunley | 01/27/26
The latest ranking marks six consecutive years in the top 20 and a full decade in the top 25.
Graduate student in computer science and software engineering designs the world's largest Urdo language model
Joe McAdory | 01/26/26
Taimoor Hassan creates ChatGPT-like tool that generates fluent, natural and instruction-following responses in the Urdu language.
NCAT celebrates 2026 NAPA Road Scholars and renewed fellowships
Allison Killingsworth | 01/23/26
Two NCAT graduate students, Matthew Kmetz and Mohammad Sadeghi, have been selected as 2026 NAPA Road Scholars.
Assistant professor of chemical engineering earns $298,000 USDA-NIFA grant to study how plant roots redistribute water
Joe McAdory | 01/23/26
Jean-François Louf is using transparent, soil-like substrates to directly observe how plant roots redistribute water underground — a hidden process that could help farmers improve crop performance under uneven and extreme moisture conditions.
#GINNing Podcast: Nelms at the helm
Jeremy D Henderson | 01/23/26
Sturdy as elms — that's Mark Nelms. With him at the helm, we've entered new realms.
Department of Mechanical Engineering launching speaker series
Jeremy D Henderson | 01/20/26
The Department of Mechanical Engineering is launching a new speaker series to bring prominent faculty, researchers and subject matter experts from top-tier institutions across the country to the Plains.
Engineers Without Borders-Auburn chapter advisor earns national organization’s Faculty Advisor Award for Outstanding Leadership
Joe McAdory | 01/20/26
Christian Brodbeck is driven to make a positive impact in the lives of students and in communities across Central and South America.
#GINNing Podcast: Great Scot
Jeremy D Henderson | 01/16/26
From excelling at XO Armor to impressing at NCAME, research engineer Scot Carpenter, '20 mechanical, is framing the future — one T at a time.
Engineers Without Borders’ March 28 Water Cycle supports annual outreach projects in Guatemala and Bolivia
Joe McAdory | 01/16/26
Auburn University’s Engineers Without Borders chapter will host its fifth-annual Water Cycle on March 28, a gravel ride that raises funds for annual student projects to expand potable water access and support agricultural irrigation in Guatemala and Bolivia.
CDCR keeps students and employers engaged throughout spring semester
Dustin Duncan | 01/16/26
Auburn Engineering’s CDCR launches spring 2026 career events, employer engagement, and coaching programs to connect students with internships and jobs.
NCAME doctoral student sweeps ICAM 2025 student competition with fatigue modeling breakthrough
Jeremy D Henderson | 01/15/26
Krista Dyer apparently brought a broom to the ASTM ICAM 2025 conference.
Lean Systems training improves Auburn career development operations
Carla Nelson | 01/15/26
Lean Systems principles typically associated with manufacturing floors and engineering environments are delivering improvements within Auburn University’s own operations, thanks to recent industry training completed by the Office of Career Development and Corporate Relations (CDCR).
McCrary Institute releases paper encouraging a thoughtful strategy for more offensive cyber
Victoria Dillon | 01/14/26
As Washington ramps up conversation on the need for more offensive cyber capabilities, the McCrary Institute for Cyber and Critical Infrastructure Security released a paper that and advocates for a forward-leaning cybersecurity strategy that more proactively defends the homeland.
Auburn engineers construct floating golf green at unique local venue
Jeremy D Henderson | 01/12/26
Thanks to a team of Auburn engineers, it's no longer "Have you been to Botanic yet?" It's "Have you seen the floating chipping green at Botanic yet?"
Three colleges unite to advance mass timber construction, a faster, cheaper and more sustainable way to build houses and buildings.
01/12/26
Three colleges unite to advance mass timber construction, a faster, cheaper and more sustainable way to build houses and buildings.
ASEL advances faster steel construction with AISC-funded drop-in connection research
Dustin Duncan | 01/12/26
The Advanced Structural Engineering Lab within the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering is developing AISC-funded drop-in steel beam connections that speed erection, reduce field bolting and enhance safety for steel-frame buildings.
Auburn's Electronics Packaging Research Institute leading AI revolution in semiconductor packaging
Jeremy D Henderson | 01/09/26
Pradeep Lall is using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to take the guess-work out of the life expectancy of electronics. And to do it quickly.
Chemical engineering researchers part of $300K project to create biological solution for methane reduction
Joe McAdory | 01/09/26
Jin Wang and Peter He are building a bioreactor that captures ambient air and processes it using methane‑oxidizing bacteria.
#GINNing Podcast: Lead-free by Example
Jeremy D Henderson | 01/09/26
She's zany. She's brainy. She's Elizabeth Gainey.
American Chemical Society funds Auburn materials engineering research into ‘holy grail of catalysis’
Jeremy D Henderson | 01/05/26
Assistant materials engineering professor Konstantin Klyukin is after the holy grail.
Graduate student in electrical and computer engineering runner-up at IEEE global research competition
Joe McAdory | 01/05/26
Wesley O'Quinn not only earned the international award while working full-time, but graduated in December and is now an assistant professor at the Samarkand International University of Technology in Uzbekistan.
#GINNing Podcast: Don't Change That Dyal
Jeremy D Henderson | 01/02/26
On the latest episode of the best podcast in higher education, chemical engineering senior and methanotrophs maestro Hanna Dyal discusses how leadership, undergraduate research and overcoming serious illness has defined her identity as an Auburn Engineer.