Dear colleagues, alums, supporters and friends, As the fall semester concludes, this newsletter offers a chance to highlight some of the remarkable accomplishments across our department. From our faculty’s innovative research to our students’ dedication and our alumni’s ongoing… Read More
Author: Copeland, Royce W
Consortium for Nuclear Forensics Hosts Inaugural Workshop at UF
The Consortium for Nuclear Forensics (CNF) recently held its first workshop, bringing together more than 100 attendees via livestream and in-person. The two-day event saw participants from 16 universities, seven national laboratories, and multiple government agencies and international collaborators, including… Read More
Rising to the Top: Aitkaliyeva Among ANS’s 40 Under 40 Leaders
Assel Aitkaliyeva, Ph.D., has been named to the American Nuclear Society’s (ANS) inaugural NuclearNews 40 Under 40 list. This recognition celebrates her as one of the most innovative young professionals advancing the field of nuclear science and engineering. The NuclearNews… Read More
New Leadership, Proven Expertise
University of Florida’s Department of Materials Science & Engineering welcomes Michael Tonks and Josephine Allen to key leadership roles. We are pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Tonks, Ph.D., as the interim chair of the Department of Materials Science… Read More
Welcome to Our New Faculty Joining Us in Spring 2025
The Department of Materials Science & Engineering is excited to welcome two new faculty members, Renato S. Navarro, Ph.D., and Ravit Silverstein, Ph.D., who join us as assistant professors. Both bring remarkable expertise and diverse experiences to the department, promising… Read More
UF and SREB Create Groundbreaking AI Pathway for South Carolina Students
University of Florida Partners with Southern Regional Education Board to Develop High School Artificial Intelligence Pathway Curriculum in South Carolina The University of Florida (UF) is proud to announce its partnership with the Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) to develop… Read More
2024 Rhines Report
Shaping the Future of Nuclear Energy
As the world shifts towards sustainable energy solutions, the University of Florida Training Reactor is emerging as a cornerstone for nuclear education, research and outreach. With growing support for nuclear energy driven by multiple federal initiatives, the Department of Energy… Read More
The Rise of Space Manufacturing
Tori Miller has a Vision for Space-Based Fabrication In 1969, space was much less complicated. Only a few nations had launched satellites into orbit, and the race for dominance was between just two — the United States and the Soviet… Read More
Beyond the Classroom: Geothermal Adventures in Iceland
Brooke Lastinger’s academic journey is a testament to the power of exploring new frontiers. An undergraduate student in the Department of Materials Science & Engineering (MSE), Lastinger found her path through a combination of mentorship, research opportunities and following her… Read More