Promotions – 海角社区 College of Engineering and Computing /mcec The University of 海角社区 Thu, 25 Sep 2025 19:59:43 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 MCEC director of research and strategic partnerships Ron Roy elected Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering /mcec/2025/09/25/mcec-director-of-research-and-strategic-partnerships-ron-roy-elected-fellow-of-the-royal-academy-of-engineering/ Thu, 25 Sep 2025 19:59:43 +0000 /mcec-new/?p=29114 Ronald A. Roy, director of research and strategic partnerships for the University of 海角社区 College of Engineering and Computing (MCEC), has been elected a , one of the highest professional honors for engineers in the United Kingdom.

Roy is one of 74 leaders in engineering and technology worldwide elected to the academy this year. Fellowship recognizes individuals who have made exceptional contributions to engineering, advancing the profession through innovation, research and leadership.

The Royal Academy of Engineering is the U.K.鈥檚 national academy for engineering. Its fellowship, known as FREng, includes more than 1,700 of the world鈥檚 most accomplished engineers. Members advise policymakers, promote innovation and education, and help shape solutions to global challenges.

A 海角社区 native and 1981 graduate of U海角社区 in engineering physics, Roy has held academic and research appointments across the United States and abroad. He earned advanced degrees at the University of Mississippi and Yale University before serving as chair of mechanical engineering at Boston University. In 2013, he was appointed professor of mechanical engineering at the University of Oxford, where he later served as head of the Department of Engineering Science from 2019 to 2024.

His research spans physical acoustics, ultrasonics and biomedical applications, with international recognition for advancing the understanding of bubble dynamics and acoustic wave propagation. Roy is also a fellow of the Acoustical Society of America and recipient of its Helmholtz-Rayleigh Interdisciplinary Silver Medal.

Roy joined U海角社区鈥檚 MCEC earlier this year as director of research and strategic partnerships.

鈥淭his fellowship is a supreme honor,鈥 Roy said. 鈥淚t recognizes not only individual accomplishments, but also the power of engineering collaboration across disciplines and continents.鈥

The 2025 class of fellows will be formally admitted at a ceremony on Nov. 18 in London.

Contact: Taylor Ward, taylor.ward@maine.edu 

]]> Distinguished Lecture Series: Dr. Alon Harris /mcec/2025/07/21/distinguished-lecture-series-alon-harris/ Mon, 21 Jul 2025 13:20:48 +0000 /mcec-new/?p=27117

Date: Thursday, September 4th 
Time: 1:30-3:00pm
Location: Hill Auditorium, Barrows Hall | Virtual

Building Bridges Across Sciences and Humanities to Preserve Vision

Description: Primary open-angle glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness, yet its underlying mechanisms remain unclear. This lecture explores the role of vascular risk factors in disease onset and progression, introducing novel imaging technologies and hemodynamic biomarkers for diagnosis and monitoring.

The presentation will highlight the integration of mathematical modeling, machine learning (ML), and artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance glaucoma risk prediction and improve diagnostic accuracy. Cutting-edge findings will demonstrate how combining AI and non-invasive imaging tools like optical coherence tomography angiography (OCTA) can revolutionize disease detection and monitoring.

The lecture will also showcase how ocular imaging, paired with AI, serves as a 鈥渨indow to the body,鈥 aiding in early detection of systemic conditions such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

Finally, the session will explore the 鈥淎I revolution,鈥 featuring pioneering smartphone apps for glaucoma diagnosis and management. These advancements illustrate the transformative potential of AI-driven tools for early detection, personalized medicine, and comprehensive ocular and systemic health monitoring.

Biography: 

Alon Harris, MS, PhD, FARVO, is Professor of Ophthalmology, Professor of Artificial Intelligence & Human Health, Vice Chair of International Research and Academic Affairs, Director of Ophthalmic Vascular Diagnostic & Research Program and Co-Director of the Barry Family Center for Ophthalmic Artificial Intelligence & Human Health at Mount Sinai Hospital. He is a leading expert in ocular blood flow and an internationally recognized clinical researcher in glaucoma risk assessment, disease progression monitoring, ocular perfusion, imaging, population studies, and artificial intelligence applications in ophthalmology. 

Dr. Harris Leads a world-renowned ocular blood flow research center focusing on glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration and ischemic optic neuropathy. He has published over 419 peer-reviewed articles, 23 books, 72 chapters, and 662 abstracts, and his Google Scholar h-index is 82.  Dr. Harris is the co-founder and co-editor of the journal of Artificial Intelligence in Vision and Ophthalmology (AIVO), the co-founder of the Society for Artificial Intelligence in Vision and Ophthalmology (SAIVO) and is an editor and reviewer for dozens of other journals. Professor Harris serves on the Board of Directors and the Scientific Board of Directors for The Glaucoma Foundation (TGF).

Professor Harris has received numerous national and international awards throughout his storied career, including the 鈥2025 The Glaucoma Foundation (TGF) Award鈥 for excellence and innovation in glaucoma, the Edmund Benjamin Spaeth Oration Award for Outstanding Clinical Research, the Sam Rothberg Glaucoma Award, the William and Mary Greve International Research Scholar Award and the American Academy of Ophthalmology Achievement Award. He has secured over $7 million in research funding from the NIH, NSF, ADA and NEI.

Dr. Harris holds patents on treatments to improve retinal and optic nerve blood flow. A sought-after key opinion leader, Professor Harris has lectured in over 60 countries and on every continent.

]]> MCEC Faculty Members Receive Tenure and Promotion /mcec/2025/04/01/mcec-faculty-members-receive-tenure-and-promotion/ Tue, 01 Apr 2025 14:32:12 +0000 /mcec-new/?p=21773 MCEC is proud to announce the tenure and/or promotion of several esteemed faculty members, effective Sept. 1. This annual recognition highlights exceptional contributions in scholarship and research, teaching, and community engagement.


Promoted to Professor

  • Brett Ellis, Mechanical Engineering Technology
  • Andrew Goupee, Mechanical Engineering

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Promoted to Associate Professor with Tenure

  • Justin Lapp, Mechanical Engineering
  • Anthony Vannozzi, Surveying Engineering Technology
  • Evan Wujcik, Chemical Engineering
  • Manuel W枚rsd枚rfer, Management and Computing and Information Science

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Promoted to Senior Lecturer with Just-Cause Protection

  • Aaron Boothroyd, Computing and Information Science
  • Christopher Dufour, Computing and Information Science

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MCEC congratulates these faculty members on their well-earned achievements and their ongoing commitment to academic excellence and student success.

For a full list of University of 海角社区 faculty members receiving tenure and/or promotion, visit: U海角社区 News.

Contact: Taylor Ward, taylor.ward@maine.edu

]]> Sensor Science Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) /mcec/2024/12/06/nsfreusensor/ Fri, 06 Dec 2024 14:21:32 +0000 /mcec-new/?p=16134

Sensor Science Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU)

Ignite Your Future in Sensor Science: Summer Research Opportunities at U海角社区!

Presenting the National Science Foundation 2026 Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships in Sensor Science and Engineering. Presented by the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department and the Frontier Institute for Research in Sensor Technologies (FIRST) at the University of 海角社区.

Award Includes:
$7,000 stipend
On-campus housing
On-campus dining funds

10 Week Program:
June 1 – August 8, 2026
The University of 海角社区

Research Areas

  • Nanoscale materials for sensors
  • Sensor devices (electronic, piezoelectric)
  • Biomedical sensors
  • Electronic circuits for sensors
  • Sensor applications (biological, environmental)
  • Deep learning and data engineering for sensor network analysis

The University of 海角社区鈥檚 Electrical and Computer Engineering Department and the Frontier Institute for Research in Sensor Technologies (FIRST) invite outstanding undergraduates to join a 10-week NSF-supported summer fellowship in sensor science. Participants will conduct hands-on research collaborating with faculty and researchers on cutting-edge topics like nanoscale materials, sensor devices, biomedical sensing and AI/deep learning for sensor network data analysis. The program includes research experiences in state-of-the-art facilities, and culminates in a final report and presentation.

Participants receive a $700/week stipend, free on-campus housing and dining funds. Students will be housed on campus, in the Doris Twitchell-Allen Village, which are apartment-style housing. Each unit has 4 bedrooms, a bathroom, kitchen and living room. The students will each have their own individual bedroom.

Application Deadline:
Feb 28, 2026

Questions?

If you have any questions, please contact
Nuri Emanetoglu nuri.emanetoglu@maine.edu

How to Apply

Please apply to our program at the National Science Foundation鈥檚 Education and Training Application portal.

Who can apply?

U.S. citizen or permanent resident and enrolled as an undergraduate in Fall 2026

]]> Become a Student Leader! Join the MCEC Student Advisory Board! /mcec/2024/12/05/sab/ Thu, 05 Dec 2024 16:56:47 +0000 /mcec-new/?p=16028

Become a Student Leader! Join the MCEC Student Advisory Board!

Are you passionate about engineering and computing? Do you have ideas to improve MCEC? Do you want to represent the voice of your classmates to Dean Giovanna Guidoboni? Then join our Student Advisory Board!

What is the Student Advisory Board?

Our Student Advisory Board is a group of dedicated undergraduate and graduate students who provide valuable input on the 海角社区 College of Engineering and Computing. As a member of the board, you’ll have the opportunity to:

  • Shape the future of MCEC: Your voice will be heard and your ideas will be implemented.
  • Gain leadership experience: Develop your leadership skills and learn how to work effectively in a team.
  • Build your resume: Add valuable experience to your resume and enhance your career prospects.
  • Make a difference: Help us create a better community for everyone.

What is the time commitment? 

With just 2-4 meetings per semester, you can easily balance your academic and extracurricular commitments. Beyond the meetings, you’ll only need to spend a couple of hours each month on follow-up tasks.

While the time commitment is minimal, the rewards are significant. You’ll gain invaluable leadership experience.

Questions?

If you have any questions, please contact Amanda Espitia at amanda.espitia@maine.edu or stop by 205 Advanced Manufacturing Center.

Application Deadline: September 17th, 2025

How to Apply

To apply for the Student Advisory Board, please submit a completed application by September 17th, 2025!

Who can apply?

We want representatives from all MCEC majors as well as undergraduate students and Masters and PhD students.

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