Auburn University’s Samuel Ginn College of Engineering recently celebrated its faculty and staff at the Engineering Research Awards banquet held on Thursday, September 24. The awards honor exemplary contributions in innovation, collaboration, and real-world impact in research.
Allan David, the associate dean for research, highlighted the essence of research, stating that it is fueled by curiosity and a commitment to resolving significant issues. He emphasized the role of engineers in advancing knowledge and improving lives through their discoveries.
2026 Engineering Research Awards Recipients
- Center for Excellence Award: National Center for Asphalt Technology (NCAT)
- Collaborative Research Award: Ali Khosravi, Associate Professor, Civil and Environmental Engineering
- Community Impact Award: Michael Zabala, Professor, Mechanical Engineering
- Graduate Student Mentorship Award: Xiao Qin, Professor, Computer Science and Software Engineering
- Grantsmanship Award: Pradeep Lall, Mechanical Engineering
- Publication Excellence Award: Nima Shamsaei, Professor, Mechanical Engineering
- Staff Research Award: Kyle Castellano, Research Engineer, Interdisciplinary Center for Advanced Manufacturing Systems (ICAMS)
Research Awards for Excellence by Department
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Department of Aerospace Engineering
- Senior Faculty: David Scarborough, Associate Professor
- Junior Faculty: Nek Sharan, Assistant Professor
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Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
- Senior Faculty: Lauren Beckingham, Associate Professor
- Junior Faculty: Kadir Sener, Associate Professor
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Department of Chemical Engineering
- Senior Faculty: Virginia Davis, Professor
- Junior Faculty: Symone Alexander, Assistant Professor
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Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering
- Junior Faculty: Sathya Aakur, Associate Professor
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Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
- Senior Faculty: Shiwen Mao, Professor, Director of the Wireless Engineering Research and Education Center
- Junior Faculty: Bosen Lian, Assistant Professor
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Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering
- Senior Faculty: Greg Purdy, Associate Professor
- Junior Faculty: Missie Smith, Assistant Professor
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Department of Mechanical Engineering
- Senior Faculty: Jeff Suhling, Professor
- Junior Faculty: Scott Martin, Assistant Professor
This recognition showcases the profound impact and commitment of faculty and staff in advancing engineering research at Auburn University.
