Construction of Plasmid DNA for the Heterologous Expression of Ester Forming Enzymes
Developing a microbial system that increases the production of sustainable solvents like ethyl lactate will have environmental and economic impacts.
Mentor: Arul Varman
Program: FURI
A Fluorescent Technique for Sensing Melt Transitions of Semi-Crystalline Polymer Thin Films
Using fluorescence to tune the melting temperature and crystallization behavior of polymer films will improve biodegradable multilayer packaging.
Mentor: Kailong Jin
Program: FURI
A Novel Approach to Perform Rank-One Updates in Machine Learning
Developing efficient and error-free machine learning algorithms would lead us to more equitable and informed decisions.
Mentor: Adolfo Escobedo
Program: MORE
3D Printed Jet-Based Cooling Heat Exchanger for Electronic Devices
Using a 3D-printed jet cooler will improve the thermal efficiency of medical electronic devices and will reduce the risk of thermal injuries.
Mentor: Beomjin Kwon
Program: FURI
Fabrication of Oxide-Inclusions in Liquid Metal
New soft metallic materials will allow for the creation of cheaper and lighter electronics with flexible properties.
Mentor: Konrad Rykaczewski
Program: MORE
Investigation on the Adsorption of Selenium Oxo-Anions on Hematite and Alumina Surfaces
Understanding the factors affecting Selenium adsorption will help develop selective adsorption systems that can improve the water resources.
Mentor: Christopher Muhich
Program: FURI
Performing Phenotypical Studies For An Adaptable Multi-Modality pH-Sensitive Nanoprobe for Real-Time Monitoring of Engineered Cells and Tissues
Studying noninvasive cell and tissue monitoring nanoprobes will facilitate their commercial application to improve drug screening and production.
Mentor: David Brafman
Program: MORE
Weight and Moment Estimations for Small Fixed-Wing UAVs
Creating a weight estimation tool will allow for better design decisions regarding small unmanned aircraft.
Mentor: Timothy Takahashi
Program: FURI
Pandemic Agent-Based Modeling in a Learning Environment
Creating a model that reflects pandemic transmission in a learning environment will allow for the analysis of alternative classroom layouts.
Mentor: Esma Gel
Program: FURI
Structural Beam Based Stereolithography for Rapid Continuous Additive Manufacturing
Developing volumetric 3D printing will provide a novel advanced manufacturing tool that can fabricate 3D objects within seconds.
Mentor: Xiangjia Li
Program: MORE
Modeling the Complexity of Sankey Diagrams
Creating a metric to algorithmically analyze Sankey Diagrams will help model and quantify their complexity.
Mentor: Chris Bryan
Program: FURI
Metabolite-based Cancer Vaccine to Modify Immunometabolism and Prevent Melanoma Growth in Aging Mice
Developing a novel metabolite-based vaccine strategy will modulate immune responses thereby preventing melanoma growth.
Mentor: Abhinav Acharya
Program: FURI
Expanding Gene Expression Tools in Cyanobacteria
Investigating coordinated behavior in cyanobacteria will help improve the cost and efficiency of production methods of sustainable biofuels.
Mentor: David Nielsen
Program: FURI
Metabolic Engineering for Robust Natural Product Biosynthesis in C. glutamicum
Constructing a pathway to produce a flavinoid from bacteria will allow for more efficient harvesting of it and, thus, higher yields.
Mentor: Arul Varman
Program: FURI
Monitoring Upright Posture in Individuals with Parkinson’s Disease: Foundations for a System to Provide Real-Time Feedback
Introducing a new system of rehabilitation for Parkinson’s disease will slow down the progression of stooped posture that is characteristic of the disease.
Mentor: James Abbas
Program: MORE
Algorithms for Maximum Power Point Tracking through Load Management
Developing an efficient algorithm for load management will accelerate the development of photovoltaics and their use in the energy sector.
Mentor: Meng Tao
Program: FURI
Additive Manufacturing of Polymeric Material with Metallic Structures via Electrically Assisted Stereolithography
Developing electrically assisted 3D printing enables the fabrication of metallic and polymeric material in one step for various applications.
Mentor: Xiangjia Li
Program: MORE
Traffic Analysis with Drone Videos
Developing a system for traffic analysis with drone videos and advanced computer vision will improve traffic monitoring.
Mentor: Yezhou Yang
Program: FURI
Simultaneous Microscale Optical Spectroscopy and Thermoreflectance Analysis
Relate light spectrum and temperature will help optimize solar cell design for improved energy harvesting efficiency.
Mentor: Liping Wang
Program: FURI
Maintaining Long Term Adherence to BRIDGES Protocols
Creating a mobile health application for the REACH Institute will help youth develop skills in coping mechanisms, future planning and conflict resolution.
Mentor: Kevin Gary
Program: FURI
Analyzing the Effects of Conduction, Convection, and Radiation in a Rotary Drum
Studying heat transfer efficiency to particles in a rotary drum will help reduce energy consumption in chemical manufacturing industries.
Mentor: Heather Emady
Program: FURI
Modeling Mechanical Properties of Fibrous, Polymer Scaffolds as a Function of Fiber Alignment
Developing empirical models for tissue engineered scaffold properties will help target desired features that can match native tissue and promote healing.
Mentor: Julianne Holloway
Program: FURI
5-DOF Simulations for Parametric Assessment of Missile Engagement Envelope
Analyzing and evaluating surface-to-air missile engagement limits allows for continued defense against airborne adversaries.
Mentor: Werner Dahm
Program: FURI
Development of a Genome Engineering Approach for the Modulation of Vascular Phenotypes
The successful implementation of the CRISPR interference system will allow for the advancement of cardiovascular therapeutics.
Mentor: Kuei-Chun (Mark) Wang
Program: FURI
3D Printing of Energy-Free Liquid Transport Microchips with Bioinspired Hierarchical Structures
Developing bioinspired liquid transport structures provides an advanced tool to transport liquid on a large scale without external power.
Mentor: Xiangjia Li
Program: FURI
A Systematic Study of Pooled Testing Procedures for SARS-CoV-2
Analyzing and optimizing group testing strategies can increase the throughput of COVID-19 testing while reducing time and cost.
Mentor: Huan Liu
Program: FURI
Phosphorus Accumulation in the Gilbert Riparian Preserve Aquifer Recharge Ponds
Quantification of the accumulation of phosphorus in a managed aquifer recharge system will help to improve management techniques.
Mentor: Rebecca Muenich
Program: FURI
Reducing Air Pollutants and Analyzing the Products of Nitric Oxide Conversion Over Photocatalytic Cementitious Materials
Investigating the reactions of nitrogen-containing compounds across novel surfaces will help develop passive systems for reducing air pollution.
Mentor: Jean Andino
Program: FURI
Hydrothermal Liquefaction of Polyethylene
Designing a process to break down plastic will help it be upcycled into useful products.
Mentor: Shuguang Deng
Program: FURI
TEM Image Simulations of Structural Dynamics on CeO2-supported Pt Catalysts
Studying the structural dynamics of catalytic materials may improve their efficiency, such as those used in car catalytic converters.
Mentor: Peter Crozier
Program: FURI
Modulating Gait Symmetric Adaptation via Split-Belt Treadmill Distortion and Explicit Visual Feedback Distortion and Evaluating the Aftereffects of Adapted Step Length Symmetry
Researching the effects of gait modulation training will help develop more effective rehabilitation therapies for stroke patients.
Mentor: Hyunglae Lee
Program: MORE
Investigation of Reactive Oxidative Stress Using a Uniaxial Stretch Model to Simulate Physiological Micromotion Induced Cyclic Strain on Brain
Investigating the impact of micromotion on implants will lead to a better understanding of the role of mechanical stresses in the dysfunction and failure of neuromodulation devices.
Mentor: Jitendran Muthuswamy
Program: MORE
Auto-generation of Spatial SQL Queries
Designing a synthetic query generator can learn from a minimal number of human interactions will make human database interactions seamless.
Mentor: Mohamed Sarwat
Program: FURI
Using Cyanophycin Production as a Screening Method for Cyanophycin Synthetase Activity
Developing a high-throughput screening method for E. coli activity will help identify novel enzyme variants that produce new bioplastics.
Mentor: Brent Nannenga
Program: FURI
Electrically Assisted 3D Printing of Perovskite Film for Solar Cell Fabrication
Fabricating solar cells using electrically assisted 3D printing improves the density and morphology for conductivity and energy efficiency.
Mentor: Xiangjia Li
Program: FURI
DSL Interface for Spatio-Temporal Perception Logic Specifications
Designing a language interface used to verify perception system requirements will increase the accessibility and reliability of the verification process.
Mentor: Georgios Fainekos
Program: FURI
Solar Membrane Desalination
Using nanotechnology to enable solar-driven desalination will create more resilient systems for remote, off-grid water treatment.
Mentor: Francois Perreault
Program: FURI
Adversarial Attacks on Autonomous Driving with Physically Realizable Patterns
Studying the behaviors of autonomous driving systems when encountering adversarial physical objects will help improve robustness and security.
Mentor: Yezhou Yang, Yi Ren
Program: MORE
Study Examining Human Postural Stability with Perturbations Applied Utilizing Dual-Axis Robotic Platform
Studying human stability under 2D perturbations will aid the development of assistive devices and rehabilitation methods to improve balance.
Mentor: Hyunglae Lee
Program: FURI
MXene Particle Synthesis and Their Scalability
Developing scalable synthesis of nanoparticles will improve piezoresistive and wearable technology applications.
Mentor: Kenan Song
Program: MORE
The Effect of Sleep Deprivation on the Startle Response
Understanding the effect of sleep deprivation on the motor skill learning center of the brain by studying the startle reflex will enhance rehabilitation techniques.
Mentor: Claire Honeycutt
Program: MORE
Electrically Assisted 3D Printing of PEDOT:PSS Film for Solar Cell Fabrication
Studying and optimizing the printing parameters provides a promising large-scale manufacturing technique of solar cells for renewable energy.
Mentor: Xiangjia Li
Program: FURI
Building a Regulatory Network to Explore the Immune Landscape of Mesothelioma
Building a regulatory network using mesothelioma patient data will improve personalized cancer treatments.
Mentor: Christopher Plaisier
Program: FURI
Real Time Visualization of Magnetic Field Lines for Educational Purposes
The ability to detect and visually map magnetic field lines can be used to create education modules for students.
Mentor: Nathan Newman
Program: FURI
Cell Viability of Insulin-Producing Cells After Injection Into Complex Hydrogel Shapes in Macroencapsulation Device
Designing molding devices for donor islet cells and hydrogels will help restore insulin production for people with type 1 diabetes.
Mentor: Jessica Weaver
Program: FURI
Mixed Reality Hardware for Hands On Virtual Science Labs
Developing lab software and hardware will enable online students to have a more hands-on lab experience at home.
Mentor: Robert LiKamWa
Program: FURI
Enhancing Natural Genetic Transformation in Synechococcus sp. PCC 7002 via Multimeric Integration
Improving genetic transformation techniques in cyanobacteria could allow for sustainable, large-scale production of renewable feedstocks.
Mentor: David Nielsen
Program: FURI
Effect of Impurities on Shock-Induced Phase Transformations in Silica Glasses
Discovering how glass can form new structures during ballistic impact will protect the lives of warfighters with molecular dynamics.
Mentor: Jay Oswald
Program: MORE
Reprocessable Thermoset Photopolymers in 3D Printing Application
Developing photopolymers that can be effectively recycled and reused after their service will improve the sustainability of 3D printing.
Mentor: Kailong Jin
Program: MORE
Investigation of Stokes Number Effects on Particle-Laden Flows
Studying particle-laden flows will help current infrastructure responsible for transporting fluids become more energy-efficient.
Mentor: Mohamed Kasbaoui
Program: FURI
Accurate Timing Reference Using GPS Signal and Arduino
Development of a low-power, portable system that outputs an accurate timing reference can help with national security in situations of intermittent GPS availability.
Mentor: David Allee
Program: FURI
The Use of a Virtual Cane for Improving Standing Postural Stability
Developing and verifying a new virtual cane assistive device will improve human standing balance in real-life challenging environments.
Mentor: Hyunglae Lee
Program: MORE
Sonication-Assisted Hydrothermal Synthesis of B4C Nanosheets for Fabrication of a Solar Steam Generator
Making cheap nanosheets to use in a steam generator may improve sunlight capture for better efficiency.
Mentor: Qing Hua Wang
Program: FURI
Development of a Wearable Hybrid-PassiveAnkle-Foot Orthosis for Rehabilitative and Assistive Applications
Developing an efficient ankle-foot orthosis will help the elderly and those with neuromuscular disorders to walk.
Mentor: Hyunglae Lee
Program: FURI
Autonomous Online PID Tuning Algorithm and Implementation on a Knee Exoskeleton
Designing an autonomous online tuning method to optimize torque tracking ability will improve a wearable rehabilitative knee exoskeleton.
Mentor: Wenlong Zhang
Program: FURI
Prototyping of a 5G Ad-Hoc Cellular System on Hardware Kits
Using a Raspberry Pi together with hardware kits to implement a cellular system will create a robust network capable of supporting a massive number of users.
Mentor: Ahmed Ewaisha
Program: FURI
Analysis of Biomolecules Using a Novel Sapphire-Supported Nanopore
Improving DNA analysis may lead to better biomarker detection and the creation of DNA-based storage systems capable of storing secured data.
Mentor: Chao Wang
Program: FURI
Use of Rabbit Fecal Matter for Lignin Degradation in Wastewater Treatment Systems
Cellulose predigested by microbial enrichment could improve valuable product recovery from anaerobic digesters at wastewater facilities.
Mentor: Bruce Rittmann
Program: GCSP
Simulation-Guided Preparation of 3D In Vitro Models with Predictable Oxygen Distribution
Modeling tissue oxygenation with MRI-based oximetry will provide insight into the cellular response to hypoxia and validate the design of 3D tissue scaffolds.
Mentor: Vikram Kodibagkar
Program: FURI
Propagation of Interictal Spikes in Epilepsy
Studying the spatiotemporal dynamics of interictal spikes will help unravel their role and utility in epilepsy.
Mentor: Bradley Greger
Program: MORE
Directly Relating Magnetic Resonance Electrical Impedance Tomography (MREIT) Data to Membrane Conductivity during Neural Activity In Vitro
Analyzing a medical imaging technique's ability to detect neural activity will help improve understanding and treatment of the human brain.
Mentor: Rosalind Sadleir
Program: FURI
Implementing Bio-Inspired Frequency Detection on an FPGA
Utilizing fast, low-power fast Fourier transform algorithms will improve execution times required to analyze frequencies for remote sensing.
Mentor: David Allee
Program: FURI
Model-on-Demand (MoD) Estimation for Behavioral Intervention Optimization
Applying Model-on-Demand estimation to model physical activity allows researchers to provide more effective behavioral health interventions.
Mentor: Daniel Rivera
Program: FURI
Synthesis on 2D Quantum RTe3 and Characterization to Confirm its CDW States
Confirming the CDW states in RTe3s and understanding them as a function of variable parameters will help in speculating it as a superconductor.
Mentor: Sefaattin Tongay
Program: MORE
Evaluation of Algae-Derived Carbon Adsorbents for Direct CO2 Capture from Ambient Air
Studying the adsorption performance of algae-derived carbon adsorbents will provide another way to reduce carbon emissions.
Mentor: Shuguang Deng
Program: FURI
Antimicrobial Effect of Sulfidized Silver Nanoparticles After a Three-Month Operation Period in a Reverse Osmosis Module for Biofouling Control
Studying the antimicrobial coating of sulfidized silver nanoparticles will help biofouling mitigation and maintained performance.
Mentor: Francois Perreault
Program: FURI
Control of Tissue Homeostasis, Tumorigenesis, and Degeneration by Coupled Bidirectional Bistable Switches
Understanding how Hippo signaling regulates tissue states will allow for development of therapies for cancers and degenerative diseases.
Mentor: Xiaojun Tian
Program: MORE
Assessing Technology Best Suited for Regenerative Medicine Biomanufacturing Biomonitoring
Applying sensing technology to monitoring cell culture growth and quality will maintain and improve quality control of manufacturing.
Mentor: Vincent Pizziconi
Program: FURI
A Comparison of CRISPR/Cas-Derived Genome Editing Methods for hPSCs
Studying the benefits of alternative CRISPR systems will allow for the optimization of gene editing project designs.
Mentor: David Brafman
Program: FURI
Factors that Influence Ankle Stiffness During the Stance Phase of Walking
Predicting the stiffness of the human ankle joint will add to the toolkit that clinicians use for assessing patients.
Mentor: Hyunglae Lee
Program: MORE
Characterizing Nanocomposites for Customizable Cartilage Replacements
The characterization of nanocomposites could allow for cartilage replacements tailored for individual patients.
Mentor: Matthew Green
Program: FURI
Flux Balance Analysis of Synechocystis sp. PCC 6803 for the Production of D-lactate
Mathematically analyzing the metabolism of a cell will help produce sustainable alternatives for fossil-fuel industries.
Mentor: Arul Varman
Program: FURI
Statistical Modeling of Drug Release from Spherical Surface-Degrading Particle Batch
Analyzing variation within microsphere batches and its effects on drug release will help dictate manufacturing parameters.
Mentor: Brent Vernon
Program: FURI
Lower Motor Neuron Degeneration Following Traumatic Brain Injury
Determining how traumatic brain injury affects neurodegeneration will help design and target stem cell replacement therapies and improve quality of life.
Mentor: Sarah Stabenfeldt
Program: FURI
Online Prediction for Vision-based Active Pursuit using a Domain Agnostic Offline Motion Model
Emulating the function of vision-related neurons in predators can enhance the ability of autonomous vehicles to navigate in rapidly changing environments.
Mentor: Yezhou Yang
Program: MORE
RF (Radio Frequency) Micro-Coil Design for Small Animal MRI
Designing a resonance frequency (RF) coil for a small animal MRI will allow for more accurate images.
Mentor: SungMin Sohn
Program: FURI
Alternative Promoter Usage Using Transcription Start Sites
Developing an innovative tool for analyzing tissue- and disease-specific gene expression will help improve understanding and research in this area.
Mentor: Heewook Lee
Program: MORE
Design of a Controller for a Lizard Inspired Tube Inspection Robot
Designing a force feedback controller for a Lizard Inspired Tube Inspection Robot will improve its mobility for inspection along boiler tubes.
Mentor: Hamid Marvi
Program: MORE
Vibro-Thermal Device for Socio-Emotional Communication through Pattern Generation
Designing a haptic device can enhance social or emotional communications over long distances.
Mentor: Troy McDaniel
Program: MORE
Neighboring Single Atoms Catalyst Acceleration of Hydrodehalogenation of Organic Pollutants — An Ab Into Study with Pt Catalyst
Studying hydrodehalogenation reaction will help find the best catalyst system for decontaminating water.
Mentor: Christopher Muhich
Program: FURI
How Does Simulated Physiological, Cyclic Stretch Affect Oxygen Demand at Neural Interfaces?
Investigating how physiological micromotion modulates mitochondrial activity will help improve neural interface designs for neuromodulation.
Mentor: Jitendran Muthuswamy
Program: MORE
Testing Method of Soft Actuator
Designing a platform that can test the stiffness of soft joint actuators will allow for a better understanding of the limitations of these joints.
Mentor: Daniel Aukes
Program: FURI
panCanSYGNAL
Creating a web application for cancer researchers studying lung cancer will help them to discover trends, study data and develop hypotheses.
Mentor: Christopher Plaisier
Program: FURI
Data Offloading in 5G Wireless Networks
Machine learning can implement data relays between users in wireless networks, improving performance by reducing demand on base stations.
Mentor: Ahmed Ewaisha
Program: FURI
Electrocorticography Array for Simultaneous Measurement of Local Field Potentials and Tissue Oxygenation
An accessible microelectrode array will allow researchers across multiple disciplines to study tissue oxygenation and local field potentials.
Mentor: Jitendran Muthuswamy
Program: MORE
Development and Validation of a Custom Soft-Body FEA Simulator for Rapid Prototyping
Systems that automate the iterative process of concept design will help people create better robots in less time.
Mentor: Daniel Aukes
Program: FURI
Using Machine Learning to Quantify Colorimetric Assays from Cell Phone Photos
Building a machine learning algorithm for cell phones to objectively quantify results of colorimetric assays to increase accessibility and portability.
Mentor: Jennifer Blain Christen
Program: FURI
Engineering Bacteria to Secrete Cellulases for Breaking Down Cellulose into Glucose
Enabling bacteria strains to produce enzymes creates a cost-effective alternative to purchasing costly enzymes for research.
Mentor: Arul Varman
Program: FURI
The Impact of External Factors on Multiple-Choice Exams
Studying the impact of exam composition on how students perform will allow educators to design exams with greater efficacy.
Mentor: Michael Clough
Program: FURI
Developing Robust Defenses for Deep Neural Networks
Developing defenses for machine learning algorithms in computer vision will keep people safe from manipulative attacks.
Mentor: Yezhou Yang
Program: FURI
Mini Containers Research Project
Optimizing the energy use in the transportation of fresh produce by creating individual environmentally controlled containers.
Mentor: Rene Villalobos
Program: FURI
Understanding Machine vs Human Generated Text in News Articles
Designing an algorithm to identify if a text article is written by a human or is machine generated will help defend against disinformation.
Mentor: Huan Liu
Program: FURI
The Effectiveness of Hands-On Demonstrations on Understanding Statics Principles
Using 3D models and presentations will lead to a higher comprehension level of fundamental concepts for engineers.
Mentor: Jay Oswald
Program: FURI
Adsorptive CO2 Capture from Ambient Air by Zeolites
Studying the effectiveness of nanozeolites for the removal of CO2 from ambient air at varying relative humidities can provide a solution to reduce pollution in commercial and residential spaces.
Mentor: Shuguang Deng
Program: FURI
Ambient Ozone Removal Using Cement-Based Materials
Investigating the ozone-removing properties of coated surfaces that are the building blocks of structures will help improve air quality.
Mentor: Jean Andino
Program: FURI
Designing a Low-Cost and Power-Efficient DC-Biasing System for Reconfigurable Reflective Surfaces in the Terahertz Spectrum
Establishing an effective, low-cost DC biasing circuit for wireless systems increases the security and reliability of communications for all end users.
Mentor: Georgios Trichopoulos
Program: FURI
Interictal Spike Depolarization in the Neocortex: Relationship to Action Potential Inactivation
Studying the effect of interictal spike depolarizations on action potential firing will help determine if they contribute to epilepsy.
Mentor: Bradley Greger
Program: FURI
Microneedles for Basal Cell Carcinoma
Studying a transdermal delivery of a chemotherapy drug to bypass side effects and increase dose efficiency
Mentor: Brent Vernon
Program: FURI
Establishing a Testing Method for Axially Continuous Graphene-Coated Copper Wire in High Power Transmission Applications
Studying the electrical properties and failure behavior of axially continuous graphene-coated copper wire will improve future power systems.
Mentor: Wonmo Kang
Program: FURI
Designing Personalized Assistive Technology for Student with Cerebral Palsy
Using auditory feedback to enhance spatial perception and navigation will enable the student with cerebral palsy to have more independence.
Mentor: Jennifer Blain Christen
Program: MORE
Detection of Irradiated Foods Packed in Plastic and Glass Using Electron Paramagnetic Resonance (EPR) Spectrometry
Identifying free radical concentration in foods exposed to radiation can enable the consumer to limit their intake of cancer-causing foods.
Mentor: Nathan Newman
Program: FURI
Investigating the Effect of Silver Oxide (AgOx) Layer on the Optical and Electrical Properties of a Perovskite-Based Structure/Device
Studying perovskite solar cells opens doors to more carbon-reducing energy technologies.
Mentor: Terry Alford
Program: MORE
Evaluating How Empathy Optimizes Transparency and Trust in pHRI
Incorporating robots with empathy will help build human trust and optimize the transparency in collaboration with the robot.
Mentor: Wenlong Zhang
Program: MORE
Employing Deep Learning and GPS Outdoor Positioning for Vision-Aided mmWave Beam Prediction
Utilizing deep learning frameworks to develop an optimized beam training model capable of predicting the optimal direction of mmWave signal will improve communications performance.
Mentor: Ahmed Alkhateeb
Program: MORE
Size-Tunable Polymeric Nanoparticles for Drug Delivery after Traumatic Brain Injury
Designing novel drug delivery nanoparticles will help improve treatment and reduce the burden of neurological diseases.
Mentor: Sarah Stabenfeldt
Program: GCSP
Control and Coordination of Multi-Robot Swarm Systems
Studying the control and coordination of robot swarms will improve their impact in areas ranging from search and rescue to interplanetary exploration.
Mentor: Heni Ben Amor
Program: MORE
Engineering High Yield Production of L-Serine in Cyanobacterium Synechococcus sp. PCC 7002
Metabolically engineering cyanobacteria will lead to the efficient production of renewable chemicals using sustainable resources.
Mentor: David Nielsen
Program: MORE
3D Printed Indirect Ophthalmoscope Accessory for Mobile Device
Creating a 3D-printed eye-imaging device for mobile device cameras will reduce the episode of care for patients, provide greater use case flexibility, and enable more personnel to document a patient's condition.
Mentor: Troy McDaniel
Program: MORE
Modeling and Control of Rocket Ascent in a Vertical Plane
Understanding the dynamics of rocket ascent aids in understanding rocket descent dynamics and eventually how to land rockets for reuse.
Mentor: Armando Rodriguez
Program: FURI
Synthesis of 2D Transition Metal Oxides
Exploring new methods of synthesizing new 2D materials may enable enhanced properties for future applications.
Mentor: Qing Hua Wang
Program: FURI
FPGA Powered Infrared Imaging of Hypersonic Missiles
Developing infrared imaging and artificial intelligence solutions can help prevent hypersonic missile attacks in vulnerable regions.
Mentor: David Allee
Program: FURI
Understanding the Impact of the Tempo of Distractions on Cognitive Ability
Studying the impact of the frequency of audio distractions on cognitive performance will grant insight into optimal learning environments.
Mentor: Maria Elena Chavez-Echeagaray
Program: FURI
Determine Failure Mode and Bending Load Capacity of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Composite Square Tubes for Design of Support Structure of Small UAS (Unmanned Aerial System)
Understanding failure of composite structures leads to efficient use of resources, an increase in safety and an improved design process.
Mentor: Timothy Takahashi
Program: FURI
Cost and Lead Time Reduction of Replacement Piping Using Additive Manufacturing
Testing the mechanical properties and weldability of 3D-printed parts will help build a sustainable solution to minimize cost and repair lead time.
Mentor: Bruno Azeredo
Program: MORE
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