Research

ME Research Labs

Cellular Mechanotransduction and Biomaterials

N. Gallant, ENG229A/B - The Cellular Mechanotransduction and Biomaterial Laboratory investigates the mechanical and biochemical interactions between cells and their microenvironment to control cell behavior. We are developing biomaterial engineering strategies, including surface micropatterning, nanofibrous texturing and combinatorial analyses of mechanical and biochemical signals, to manipulate cell-matrix adhesions and control tissue formation.

Computational Methods Research & Education

A. Kaw, ENG205 - From education to research, we are using computational methods to improve our understanding of the world. We have developed holistic open courseware for Numerical Methods and Matrix Algebra. These resources receive more than 1 million views annually. We are using finite element methods to develop alternative assembly procedures for bascule bridge fulcrums, analyze bruxism, and design light body-armor.

LACIS

T. Yucelen, IDR114 - USF's Laboratory for Autonomy, Control, Information, and Systems (LACIS) focuses on the discovery of novel control, information, and decision-making architectures to reveal next generation autonomous vehicles and robotic swarms in order to effectively perform a broad set of civilian and military operations.

Materials and Mechanics Lab

W. Cai, ENG120D - The Materials and Mechanics lab conducts research at the interface of materials science and mechanical engineering. We explore the processing-structure-property relationship in materials using experiments, theory, and simulations. Research focus: new processing strategy for energy efficient alloys and coatings; fundamental understandings of the mechanical, tribological, and corrosion properties of multifunctional materials.

    Microfluidics and Acoustics Lab

    R. Guldiken, ENG120C - Microfluidics and Acoustics Laboratory at the USF investigates novel microfabricated ultrasonic transducers and their integration with microfluidics for various applications ranging from early disease detection to structural health monitoring. The lab’s main efforts are concentrated on fundamental investigation of design, microfabrication and experimental characterization of these tiny integrated devices.

    Nanomechanical Testing Laboratory

    A. Volinsky, ENG120E - Thin films processing, mechanical properties and characterization; Adhesion and fracture of thin films; Nanoindentation; Pattern formation; Irradiated materials properties and X-Ray diffraction

    Nanotechnology Research and Education Center

    A. Kumar, NTA102 - The Nanotechnology Research and Education Center (NREC) is a university-wide user fabrication and metrology center providing state-of-the-art equipment, professional support personnel and infrastructure to enable multidisciplinary research.

    Thermofluids Discovery Lab

    Dr. Vasel-Be-Hagh, ENG 19C -- Understanding thermal fluid sciences empowers engineers to create efficient, cost-effective systems. At Thermofluids Discovery Lab, we advance the field of fluid mechanics and thermal transport processes using a combination of computational and experimental analyses, depending on the nature of the problem at hand. Our research focuses on energy and aerospace applications.

    Vibrations and Dynamic Systems Lab

    D. Hess, ENG106 - Vibrations / Dynamics measurement, modeling, and analysis; Dynamic friction; Controls / Microcontrollers / Sensors; Fasteners / bolted joints; Vibration diagnostics of solar cells; Orthopedic fixations; Accelerated aging / dynamics of instruments