Five Auburn University Rocketry Association students stand indoors holding a model rocket during a visit to Children’s of Alabama, wearing matching blue patterned shirts.

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 University ASCE student chapter members pose together at the Gulf Coast Symposium after winning first place overall.

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 University ASCE student chapter members pose together at the Gulf Coast Symposium after winning first place overall.

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.
Jeremy Henderson sitting on a throne posing with a football

#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.
Jeremy Henderson sitting on a throne posing with a football

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.
Jeremy Henderson sitting on a throne posing with a football

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.

Members of the Class of 2031 in a group shot.

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.
Members of the Class of 2031 in a group shot.

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.
A man stands at a podium addressing attendees seated at round tables during an awards ceremony in a bright conference room.

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.
A man stands at a podium addressing attendees seated at round tables during an awards ceremony in a bright conference room.

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.

A man stands at a podium addressing attendees seated at round tables during an awards ceremony in a bright conference room.

#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.
A man stands at a podium addressing attendees seated at round tables during an awards ceremony in a bright conference room.

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.
A man stands at a podium addressing attendees seated at round tables during an awards ceremony in a bright conference room.

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.
Auburn University mascot Aubie poses with participants and AAPT student chapter members at the NCAT Test Track 5K, with runners wearing race bibs and event t-shirts on the track.

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 University mascot Aubie poses with participants and AAPT student chapter members at the NCAT Test Track 5K, with runners wearing race bibs and event t-shirts on the 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.
Auburn University mascot Aubie poses with participants and AAPT student chapter members at the NCAT Test Track 5K, with runners wearing race bibs and event t-shirts on the track.

#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.
Auburn University mascot Aubie poses with participants and AAPT student chapter members at the NCAT Test Track 5K, with runners wearing race bibs and event t-shirts on the track.

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."
Auburn University mascot Aubie poses with participants and AAPT student chapter members at the NCAT Test Track 5K, with runners wearing race bibs and event t-shirts on the track.

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 University mascot Aubie poses with participants and AAPT student chapter members at the NCAT Test Track 5K, with runners wearing race bibs and event t-shirts on the track.

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.
Auburn University mascot Aubie poses with participants and AAPT student chapter members at the NCAT Test Track 5K, with runners wearing race bibs and event t-shirts on the track.

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 student Eirik Mulder stands outdoors on campus with arms crossed, wearing a black polo shirt.

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.
A prospective student poses with Aubie during Future Engineer Fest 2026.

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.
A prospective student poses with Aubie during Future Engineer Fest 2026.

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.
A prospective student poses with Aubie during Future Engineer Fest 2026.

#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.
A prospective student poses with Aubie during Future Engineer Fest 2026.

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.
David Timm, Auburn University civil and environmental engineering chair, in a headshot portrait.

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.
David Timm, Auburn University civil and environmental engineering chair, in a headshot portrait.

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
Huaguo Zhou standing outdoors near a pedestrian crossing sign on a university campus.

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.
Huaguo Zhou standing outdoors near a pedestrian crossing sign on a university campus.

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.
Students drop their contraptions from a ramp in Jordan-Hare Stadium.

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.
Students drop their contraptions from a ramp in Jordan-Hare Stadium.

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.
A group of Auburn aerospace engineering researchers stand on a runway with an orange tilt-wing drone prototype used for emergency response testing.

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 instructor demonstrates a robotic arm to a participant during a hands-on advanced manufacturing training session.

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.
ICAMS instructor demonstrates a robotic arm to a participant during a hands-on advanced manufacturing training session.

#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.
Joseph Majdalani (center) receives the AIAA Abe Zarem Educator Award alongside Patrick Eid (left) and AIAA President Daniel Hastings (right) at SciTech 2026.

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.
Four Auburn Engineering students stand outdoors, one holding a laptop displaying trajectory data.

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.
Four Auburn Engineering students stand outdoors, one holding a laptop displaying trajectory data.

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.
Missie Smith, assistant professor in Auburn University’s Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering and Human Systems Integration Center, has received multiple national recognitions this year from the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society.

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.

Missie Smith, assistant professor in Auburn University’s Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering and Human Systems Integration Center, has received multiple national recognitions this year from the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society.

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
Missie Smith, assistant professor in Auburn University’s Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering and Human Systems Integration Center, has received multiple national recognitions this year from the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society.

#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.
Masoud Mahjouri-Samani

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.
Masoud Mahjouri-Samani

#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. 
Masoud Mahjouri-Samani

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
Masoud Mahjouri-Samani

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.
Masoud Mahjouri-Samani

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.
Class of 2026 inductees associated with the university included (L-R) Lloyd Pitts, ’83 civil engineering; Jonathan Pettus, executive director of the Auburn University Applied Research Institute; Keith Jones, ’84 chemical engineering and ’86 electrical engineering; Barry Pike, ’83 and ’85 chemical engineering; and Glenn Rolader, president, CEO and co-founder of Integrated Solutions for Systems Inc. (IS4S), a company headquartered in Huntsville with satellite offices in Auburn and Opelika, which was selected in the corporation category.

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.

Class of 2026 inductees associated with the university included (L-R) Lloyd Pitts, ’83 civil engineering; Jonathan Pettus, executive director of the Auburn University Applied Research Institute; Keith Jones, ’84 chemical engineering and ’86 electrical engineering; Barry Pike, ’83 and ’85 chemical engineering; and Glenn Rolader, president, CEO and co-founder of Integrated Solutions for Systems Inc. (IS4S), a company headquartered in Huntsville with satellite offices in Auburn and Opelika, which was selected in the corporation category.

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.

Class of 2026 inductees associated with the university included (L-R) Lloyd Pitts, ’83 civil engineering; Jonathan Pettus, executive director of the Auburn University Applied Research Institute; Keith Jones, ’84 chemical engineering and ’86 electrical engineering; Barry Pike, ’83 and ’85 chemical engineering; and Glenn Rolader, president, CEO and co-founder of Integrated Solutions for Systems Inc. (IS4S), a company headquartered in Huntsville with satellite offices in Auburn and Opelika, which was selected in the corporation category.

#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.
Class of 2026 inductees associated with the university included (L-R) Lloyd Pitts, ’83 civil engineering; Jonathan Pettus, executive director of the Auburn University Applied Research Institute; Keith Jones, ’84 chemical engineering and ’86 electrical engineering; Barry Pike, ’83 and ’85 chemical engineering; and Glenn Rolader, president, CEO and co-founder of Integrated Solutions for Systems Inc. (IS4S), a company headquartered in Huntsville with satellite offices in Auburn and Opelika, which was selected in the corporation category.

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.
Class of 2026 inductees associated with the university included (L-R) Lloyd Pitts, ’83 civil engineering; Jonathan Pettus, executive director of the Auburn University Applied Research Institute; Keith Jones, ’84 chemical engineering and ’86 electrical engineering; Barry Pike, ’83 and ’85 chemical engineering; and Glenn Rolader, president, CEO and co-founder of Integrated Solutions for Systems Inc. (IS4S), a company headquartered in Huntsville with satellite offices in Auburn and Opelika, which was selected in the corporation category.

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. 
Class of 2026 inductees associated with the university included (L-R) Lloyd Pitts, ’83 civil engineering; Jonathan Pettus, executive director of the Auburn University Applied Research Institute; Keith Jones, ’84 chemical engineering and ’86 electrical engineering; Barry Pike, ’83 and ’85 chemical engineering; and Glenn Rolader, president, CEO and co-founder of Integrated Solutions for Systems Inc. (IS4S), a company headquartered in Huntsville with satellite offices in Auburn and Opelika, which was selected in the corporation category.

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.
Class of 2026 inductees associated with the university included (L-R) Lloyd Pitts, ’83 civil engineering; Jonathan Pettus, executive director of the Auburn University Applied Research Institute; Keith Jones, ’84 chemical engineering and ’86 electrical engineering; Barry Pike, ’83 and ’85 chemical engineering; and Glenn Rolader, president, CEO and co-founder of Integrated Solutions for Systems Inc. (IS4S), a company headquartered in Huntsville with satellite offices in Auburn and Opelika, which was selected in the corporation category.

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.
David Bevly, Laurence Rilett and Shiwen Mao stand inside an Auburn University building while leading a federally funded study on RFID-based smart tire sensors for commercial truck safety.

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.
David Bevly, Laurence Rilett and Shiwen Mao stand inside an Auburn University building while leading a federally funded study on RFID-based smart tire sensors for commercial truck 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.
David Bevly, Laurence Rilett and Shiwen Mao stand inside an Auburn University building while leading a federally funded study on RFID-based smart tire sensors for commercial truck safety.

#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.

An Auburn Engineering student wearing a navy Auburn polo and name tag smiles while speaking with attendees at a table displaying Auburn tote bags during the Passport to Your Engineering Experience event.

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.
An Auburn Engineering student wearing a navy Auburn polo and name tag smiles while speaking with attendees at a table displaying Auburn tote bags during the Passport to Your Engineering Experience event.

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.
An Auburn Engineering student wearing a navy Auburn polo and name tag smiles while speaking with attendees at a table displaying Auburn tote bags during the Passport to Your Engineering Experience event.

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.
Photo of Randy West, director of the National Center for Asphalt Technology and inaugural Peter and Lisa Wilson Distinguished Professor.

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.
Photo of Randy West, director of the National Center for Asphalt Technology and 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.
Photo of Randy West, director of the National Center for Asphalt Technology and inaugural Peter and Lisa Wilson Distinguished Professor.

#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.
Photo of Randy West, director of the National Center for Asphalt Technology and inaugural Peter and Lisa Wilson Distinguished Professor.

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
Tim Cook smiles during a public appearance.

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.
Tim Cook smiles during a public appearance.

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.
Gov. Kay Ivey speaks at a podium during the Alabama Transportation Conference, with Auburn’s Larry Rilett and Alabama Department of Transportation officials seated nearby.

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.
Gov. Kay Ivey speaks at a podium during the Alabama Transportation Conference, with Auburn’s Larry Rilett and Alabama Department of Transportation officials seated nearby.

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.
A student uses a driving simulator in a laboratory, seated at a steering wheel with multiple screens displaying a simulated roadway.

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.
A student uses a driving simulator in a laboratory, seated at a steering wheel with multiple screens displaying a simulated roadway.

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.
A student uses a driving simulator in a laboratory, seated at a steering wheel with multiple screens displaying a simulated roadway.

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 faculty, graduate students and alumni pose for a group photo at the TRB Annual Meeting, pictured left to right: Kevin Ambrose, Pascal Obeng, Ben Bowers, Elizabeth Turochy, Juliana Wood, and Zane Hargett.

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.

NCAT faculty, graduate students and alumni pose for a group photo at the TRB Annual Meeting, pictured left to right: Kevin Ambrose, Pascal Obeng, Ben Bowers, Elizabeth Turochy, Juliana Wood, and Zane Hargett.

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.
Mason Matrazzo

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.
Mason Matrazzo

#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.

Six faces in a box

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.
Six faces in a box

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.
Three people in business attire stand indoors in front of a black curtain. The person in the center holds a plaque and the others stand on each side, all facing the camera.

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.
Three people in business attire stand indoors in front of a black curtain. The person in the center holds a plaque and the others stand on each side, all facing the camera.

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.

Taimoor Hassan

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.
The 2026 NAPA Road Scholars. From left to right: Zane Hargett, Matthew Kmetz, Juliana Wood, Mohammad Sadeghi, Liz Valenca, Amir Jafarmilajerdi, Cameron Derryberry

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.
The 2026 NAPA Road Scholars. From left to right: Zane Hargett, Matthew Kmetz, Juliana Wood, Mohammad Sadeghi, Liz Valenca, Amir Jafarmilajerdi, Cameron Derryberry

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.
The 2026 NAPA Road Scholars. From left to right: Zane Hargett, Matthew Kmetz, Juliana Wood, Mohammad Sadeghi, Liz Valenca, Amir Jafarmilajerdi, Cameron Derryberry

#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.

The 2026 NAPA Road Scholars. From left to right: Zane Hargett, Matthew Kmetz, Juliana Wood, Mohammad Sadeghi, Liz Valenca, Amir Jafarmilajerdi, Cameron Derryberry

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.
The 2026 NAPA Road Scholars. From left to right: Zane Hargett, Matthew Kmetz, Juliana Wood, Mohammad Sadeghi, Liz Valenca, Amir Jafarmilajerdi, Cameron Derryberry

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.
The 2026 NAPA Road Scholars. From left to right: Zane Hargett, Matthew Kmetz, Juliana Wood, Mohammad Sadeghi, Liz Valenca, Amir Jafarmilajerdi, Cameron Derryberry

#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.
The 2026 NAPA Road Scholars. From left to right: Zane Hargett, Matthew Kmetz, Juliana Wood, Mohammad Sadeghi, Liz Valenca, Amir Jafarmilajerdi, Cameron Derryberry

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 peer mentor sitting with a student and discussing a résumé on a laptop during an Auburn Engineering résumé review session.

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.
CDCR peer mentor sitting with a student and discussing a résumé on a laptop during an Auburn Engineering résumé review session.

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.
CDCR peer mentor sitting with a student and discussing a résumé on a laptop during an Auburn Engineering résumé review session.

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).
CDCR peer mentor sitting with a student and discussing a résumé on a laptop during an Auburn Engineering résumé review session.

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.
CDCR peer mentor sitting with a student and discussing a résumé on a laptop during an Auburn Engineering résumé review session.

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?"
CDCR peer mentor sitting with a student and discussing a résumé on a laptop during an Auburn Engineering résumé review session.

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.
Headshot of Matthew Yarnold, director of Auburn’s Advanced Structural Engineering Lab and associate professor of structural engineering.

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.
Headshot of Matthew Yarnold, director of Auburn’s Advanced Structural Engineering Lab and associate professor of structural engineering.

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.
Headshot of Matthew Yarnold, director of Auburn’s Advanced Structural Engineering Lab and associate professor of structural engineering.

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.
Headshot of Matthew Yarnold, director of Auburn’s Advanced Structural Engineering Lab and associate professor of structural engineering.

#GINNing Podcast: Lead-free by Example

Jeremy D Henderson | 01/09/26

She's zany. She's brainy. She's Elizabeth Gainey.
Headshot of Matthew Yarnold, director of Auburn’s Advanced Structural Engineering Lab and associate professor of structural engineering.

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.
Headshot of Matthew Yarnold, director of Auburn’s Advanced Structural Engineering Lab and associate professor of structural engineering.

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.
Headshot of Matthew Yarnold, director of Auburn’s Advanced Structural Engineering Lab and associate professor of structural engineering.

#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.