Something Big from Something Small
Vanderbilt researchers working at the smallest scale celebrate a huge milestone this year. The Vanderbilt Institute of Nanoscale Science and Engineering (VINSE), seeded from a university-funded $16 million venture capital fund initiative, celebrates its 10th anniversary in December.
All Fired Up
When Bob Pitz studies a problem, it really is rocket science. Vanderbilt’s combustion expert, Robert W. Pitz, professor and chair of the Department of Mechanical Engineering, explores ways to make aircraft and rocket engines burn more efficiently, safely and powerfully for clients that include NASA and the United States Air Force.
Vanderbilt Engineering’s Greatest Generation
When Ralph Gates enrolled in the Vanderbilt School of Engineering in 1941, World War II was raging in Europe and Japan was marching across the Pacific. The 17-year-old Nashville native knew he would enlist when he turned 18.
In the Field— Spring 2011
Giant Talent
NFL pro Jonathan Goff, BE’07, makes connections between engineering concepts and offensive lines.
On Campus— Spring 2011
International Pioneers
Gaining a global perspective of engineering was important to Amanda Chen, but it wasn’t the engineering junior’s only reason for spending a semester in Hong Kong.
Spring 2011
Olin’s Innovative Transformation
One of the School of Engineering’s landmark buildings, Olin Hall, recently benefited from a $1 million-plus interior renovation.
Honors and Awards— Spring 2011
Honors and Awards
E. Duco Jansen, professor of biomedical engineering, was elected into the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering’s College of Fellows.
A Look Back— Spring 2011
Olin Going Up
In April, 1973, Garland at Highland Avenue resounded with the sound of construction as the School of Engineering’s new Olin Hall rose.
Spring 2011— Unforgettable
Unforgettable – Frank Parker
After 43 years, Frank Parker is cleaning out his office and moving on to new adventures.
Spring 2011
Commemorate and Celebrate
The 2010 Engineering Celebration Dinner attracted more than 250 alumni, parents and friends in October.
Impact— Spring 2011
Growing Up to Gratitude
How I got into the Vanderbilt University School of Engineering as a freshman is still a mystery.
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Heart for Research
Talk to people who know David Merryman best, and one adjective is heard frequently: passionate. Talk to Merryman yourself and it is easy to see why.
Digest
- John Gore Elected to National Academy of Engineering
- New Division Created
- Getting a Charge Out of the Volt
- New Emeriti and New Faculty
- Introducing Associate Dean Paschal
- Student Recognized for Virtual Work
From the Dean
What Engineering Deans Talk About
I am fortunate to work with a national group of engineering deans who care deeply about the quality and preparedness of engineering students.
On the Cover
The Fine Print
