Aerodynamics of Perching Birds Could Inform Aircraft Design A team of UCF researchers have investigated the mystery behind different bird perching maneuvers to better understand the aerodynamic forces of landing an aircraft.
Faculty Multimedia Center Reopens with Upgraded Technology Innovative tools and training will fuel faculty creativity to engage students in new ways.
Limbitless Solutions Recognized as One of Florida’s Best Manufacturing Companies The UCF-based company is being honored with a Florida Sterling Manufacturing Business Excellence Award for its model operations.
UCF Developing Scam Screener for the Elderly A research team is creating tools to help doctors screen older adults who may be at a higher risk for getting scammed.
$75K Contribution from Duke Energy Florida Helps Build Future Leaders of Engineering and Computer Science The funds will be used towards priority areas in UCF’s College of Engineering and Computer Science, such as the Engineering Leadership and Innovation Institute (eli2) and Senior Design Boot Camps.
New Tool from UCF-led Team Shows Homeowners and Renters the True Cost of Disasters The tool can provide disaster readiness reports for 13.3 million addresses in 196 counties along the Gulf of Mexico — including all of Florida, and parts of Mississippi, Alabama, Louisiana and Texas.
His Research is Personal — and it Could Change Millions of Lives UCF alum Chris Clifford ’21 is determined to help cure type-1 diabetes, the disease that once sent him into hiding.
New UCF Project Examines How Teams Will Work Together During Space Missions The research could help combat the decreases in cognition that can occur during long space travels.
National Engineering Association Honors UCF’s Space Dirt Expert The American Society of Civil Engineers recognized Pegasus Professor of Physics Dan Britt with the Aerospace Division’s Outstanding Technical Contribution Award, one of the organization’s top honors.
UCF Graduate Student Heads to Notre Dame for Tenure-track Position After Commencement Modeling and simulation doctoral student Karla Badillo-Urquiola ’14 ’15MS, says her family, UCF’s interdisciplinary programs, and her mentor were the winning formula for her success.