Moss named senior associate dean for academic affairs
Professor and Department of Chemical Engineering Chair Melissa Moss was recently appointed as the new senior associate dean for academic affairs.
Collaboration brings together aerospace engineering and machine tool technology students
For the fall 2024 semester, Mechanical Engineering Assistant Professor Andrew Gross established a collaboration with Midlands Technical College in Columbia so one of his undergraduate classes could work with future machinists on design and production.
Kfoury's project aims to train the next generation of networking professionals on SmartNICs
SmartNICs allow tasks to be offloaded from a server's Central Processing Unit to specialized hardware. While SmartNICs offer clear advantages, they are often hard to acquire and learning resources are limited. IIT Assistant Professor Elie Kfoury recently began a project to help address the knowledge gap in this emerging technology.
A journey in technology, leadership and theatre
Senior computer information systems student Sara Hendrix has forged a path defined by adaptability, innovation and leadership. And she still has time to showcase her creative side through theatre.
IIT professor works to incorporate AI into classroom
Travis Dalton uses artificial intelligence tools in his classroom as an aid in teaching students how to code. But while his students can use AI to generate a website, he also emphasizes the need to develop their own skills.
Improving nuclear energy safety and introducing more students to research
Lingyu Yu is working on a $1 million DOE-funded project that not only aims to help implement additional spent nuclear fuel safeguards with machine learning technology but will also provide opportunities for undergraduate students through Promoting Inclusive and Equitable Research.
New industrial engineering program to focus on optimizing complex processes and systems
The trend in industrial engineering is not surprising based on recent data published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, which estimates that employment is expected to increase by 12% by 2032.
Alums inspire collaborative effort through fund for beloved professor
In recognition of Mechanical Engineering Distinguished Professor Emeritus Wally Peters contributions and commitment to students' personal and professional growth, the college has established the Dr. Wally Peters Scholarship Endowment Fund.
Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing announces establishment of the Dr. Barbara Hickman Whye I3 Center
A new student space and endowment at the college will strengthen student resources and further the college's commitment to accessible education.
Doctoral candidate developing contactless sleep monitoring system
Imagine an Alexa-sized wireless device placed on your nightstand could monitor your vital signs, heart rate, breathing and even the body's sleep position. Computer science doctoral candidate Aakriti Adhikari is working toward making this technology a reality.
Agostinelli advances AI techniques for complex pathfinding solutions
Forest Agostinelli is working on a National Science Foundation-funded project that combines two artificial intelligence methods, heuristic search and machine learning, to solve complex problems without human assistance.
Showing passion for college football and nuclear energy
Freshman Harry Weaver did not just bring his "I [Heart] Nuclear Energy" sign to be on TV during ESPN's College GameDay broadcast. He also wanted to share one of his passions.
Berge and Johnson win awards from statewide civil engineering organization
Civil Engineering Associate Professor Nicole Berge and alumna Katie Johnson recently received prestigious awards from the South Carolina Section of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE).
Retired oil industry executive and USC alum Bill Bloking is helping future generations of Gamecocks achieve dreams of their own
The first in his family to attend college, Bill Bloking’s engineering degree prepared him for careers at Exxon and BHP — and for boardrooms around the globe. His William F. Bloking First-Generation Scholars Fund will support Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing students and programs.
Mandal utilizes diamonds for novel radiation detection technology
Electrical Engineering Professor Krishna Mandal began research into developing a groundbreaking advancement in replacing metal contact with diamond and silicon carbide for use in ultraviolet radiation detection technology and nuclear medicine.
Two mechanical engineering professors earn Fellow and Associate Fellow recognition
Two professors from the Department of Mechanical Engineering received significant accolades for their research and contributions from their respective professional organizations.
McRay's research focuses on energy storage systems safety
Chemical engineering Ph.D. candidate Hunter McRay is tackling one of today's biggest safety concerns: electric vehicle battery fires.
Sepahvandi displays passion for research and teaching
Instructor Azadeh Sepahvandi combines her passion for research into restoring and improving damaged tissues with a dedication to foster creativity and encourage her students to take an active role in their learning.
Determining and preventing virus attachment and detachment to surfaces
Civil and Environmental Engineering Associate Professor Shamia Hoque recently started a research project that aims to better understand the mechanisms driving the interaction of viruses within the built environment and surrounding surfaces.
Chemical engineering student pursues research, sustainability and sales
A high school chemistry assignment without any instructions did not deter Justin Jordan from pursuing STEM studies. Rather, it started a passion for chemical engineering.
Alumnus Zack Simpson finds creative outlet in geotechnical space
Zack Simpson knew he would pursue a career in a STEM field. But geotechnical engineering, a branch of civil engineering that focuses on soil and rock mechanics, was not his anticipated path.
A Good Feeling
Civil engineering graduate Deepal Eliatamby left Sri Lanka to find opportunity and freedom. He found it at USC and is now paying it forward.
AI Institute aims to assist in research activities and increased awareness
Within the Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing and university community, the Artificial Intelligence Institute of USC provides experts to partner with researchers and groups for training or implementing AI.
The accidental teacher
Instructor Bhavana Ginjupally's decision to study computer science was not driven by a lifelong passion, but rather curiosity and circumstance.
Lee utilizes diverse research experiences for implementing multi-agent systems
The one keyword to represent Junsoo Lee's research is multi-agent systems. He also believes in the importance of bridging people from different backgrounds and providing leadership, which is apparent in his research and work with students.
Doctoral candidate pursues advancement of Alzheimer's disease therapeutics
A two-year co-op with Merck and working alongside Melissa Moss at the college's Protein Aggregation and Neuroinflammation Laboratory is giving doctoral candidate Amy Veihdeffer the resources for advancing the treatment of Alzheimer's disease.