A student proposal to create a new fuel-efficient and technology-driven ground support vehicle for airports has won an award from the Federal Aviation Administration.
Alumna Nweke honored by Dallas Voice of Hope
College of Technology alumna Mikaela Nweke, recipient of the Dallas Voice of Hope Award for Excellence for 2014, was honored for being a leader in her profession, a community volunteer and a maturing Christian.
Center researchers work on international biometrics standards
Definition: Biometrics
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Center of Excellence for General Aviation: PEGASAS
The mission of PEGASAS is to enhance general aviation safety, accessibility, and sustainability by partnering the FAA with a national network of world-class researchers, educators and industry leaders.
Snively named student services coordinator in Richmond
Christopher Snively has been named student services coordinator for Purdue University College of Technology, Richmond. He joins Christy Tollett in overseeing all admissions and student services for the location.
Faculty perspective: Jessica Anderson
Jessica Anderson, Ph.D., is a clinical assistant professor of building construction management. She is one of two recipients to be awarded the 2014 Dwyer Award for Undergraduate Teaching in the College of Technology. Students vote for the recipients.
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Naimi elected to Golden Key leadership position
Linda Naimi, associate professor of technology leadership and innovation, has been elected International Leadership Council vice president for the Golden Key International Honour Society. In this role, Naimi will chair the council and the Golden Key Council of Advisors.
New regenerative braking process receives patent
A Purdue researcher has patented a process of collecting a small vehicle’s energy in an ultracapacitor through regenerative braking. The lighter ultracapacitor can store energy better and for longer periods than a typical vehicle battery, which makes it ideal for providing additional energy when it is needed most, such as during acceleration.
Cyber forensics PhD candidate honored by HSI
U.S. Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) recently recognized Rachel Sitarz, a College of Technology Ph.D. candidate in cyber forensics, for her efforts in support of a nationally coordinated investigation in 2012.