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 Texas Hurricane Center to Host Public Conference in August
(July 16, 2009) The Texas Hurricane Center for Innovative Technology will host a daylong conference next month at the University of Houston to address storm preparedness, loss mitigation, rapid recovery and lessons learned. The conference is slated for Aug. 7 at the UH Hilton Hotel and Convention Center and is open to the public. Four panel discussions will cover insurance, transportation, power grids and utilities, and rapid recovery and debris management. Exhibitors from Texas universities and companies will present research findings, new technologies and other relevant materials throughout the day.
 Team Investigates Hurricane Ike's Effects on Waterways
(July 7, 2009) A long-term environmental research project being conducted at the University of Houston may offer important information about the effects of Hurricane Ike on pollution levels and help regulators determine whether existing fish-consumption advisories remain appropriate. Hanadi Rifai, professor of civil and environmental engineering, has studied pollution in Houston-area bodies of water in partnership with both state and federal authorities since 2001. Her research team is now collecting fresh samples from Galveston Bay to determine pollution levels and sources of such contaminants.
UH Researchers Part of $1.25 Million SSPEED Center Study on Ike
(July 1, 2009) Hanadi Rifai, professor of civil and environmental engineering, and Thomas Colbert, an associate professor from UH’s Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture, were awarded roughly $150,000 to look at urban planning and redevelopment of the Gulf coastline as well as practices industry can adopt to better protect critical infrastructure in the Greater Houston area. The funding is part of a larger two-year, $1.25 million grant from the Houston Endowment given to researchers from the Rice-based center for Severe Storm Prediction, Education and Evacuation from Disasters (SSPEED).
 Civil Professor Receives UH Teaching Excellence Award
(April 23, 2009) K.H. Wang, professor of civil and environmental engineering, received a University of Houston Teaching Excellence Award at the 31st Annual University of Houston Faculty Awards Ceremony. For nearly two decades, Wang has devoted countless hours to daily preparation for his courses and juggled large class loads with volunteer work and administrative duties, such as directing the civil engineering graduate program, where he is responsible for all admissions and advising.
 Professor Inducted as a Distinguished Member of ASCE
(December 9, 2008) Jerry R. Rogers, associate professor of civil and environmental engineering, was inducted as a Distinguished Member of the American Society of Civil Engineers at the organization's 2008 Annual Conference in Pittsburgh, Pa. in November. He was among 11 chosen for the honor, making him one of 565 engineers in the organization's 156-year history to receive the title. Throughout his 40-year academic career, Rogers' research has focused on storm water management, urban growth planning, drainage engineering, water distribution and water resource systems.
 Forward Progress: Machinist Builds Components for Lab Experiments
(December 1, 2008) Five years ago, Jeff Miller took over as lab machinist supervisor for the college's department of civil and environmental engineering. The workshop was previously managed by his father-in-law, Martin Kowis, who worked for the department 20 years. Now, Miller is responsible for machining parts for civil engineering research projects within the college.
 Alumnus Tapped to Lead National Engineering Society
(November 3, 2008) D. Wayne Klotz (1976 MSCE) has been named president of the American Society of Civil Engineers, the oldest national engineering society in the United States.
Klotz was installed as ASCE president on Nov. 8 at the organization’s annual conference. He accepts the position following a yearlong commitment as ASCE president-elect, and more than three decades in posts on ASCE committees and boards at the local, state and national levels.
 Professor, Student Organization Honored at Annual ASCE Event
(October 29, 2008) Jerry R. Rogers, an associate professor in the department of civil and environmental engineering, was presented with the Lifetime Service Award. He was among four from across the state selected to receive the award, presented for enduring service and leadership to ASCE at the Texas, national and branch levels. In addition, the University of Houston chapter of ASCE was presented the Student Chapter Certificate of Merit for their 2007-08 annual report.
 Hurricane Center to Study Recovery Protocols, Safety Tools
(September 24, 2008) Twelve UH engineering professors making up the Texas Hurricane Center for Innovative Technology, are pooling expertise after Ike to jumpstart research exploring the creation of hurricane protection tools and protocols ensuring a speedier recovery following future hurricanes. THC-IT is led by Cumaraswamy "Vipu" Vipulanandan, chair and professor of civil and environmental engineering.
 Professor Named Distinguished Member of National Engineering Society
(June 4, 2008) Jerry R. Rogers, associate professor of civil and environmental engineering, will inducted as a Distinguished Member of the American Society of Civil Engineers at the organization's 2008 Annual Conference in Pittsburgh, Pa. this November. He was among 12 chosen for the honor this year, making him one of 565 engineers in the organization’s 156-year history to receive the title. Throughout his 40-year academic career, Rogers' research has focused on storm water management, urban growth planning, drainage engineering, water distribution and water resource systems.
 Engineering Professor Helps Launch Libya Knowledge Transfer Program
(May 21, 2008) Hanadi S. Rifai, professor of civil and environmental engineering at the University of Houston, and Rice University’s Herman Brown Professor of Engineering Philip B. Bedient, have developed a curriculum for a knowledge transfer program designed to assist Libyan engineers in modernizing their country’s infrastructure. The curricula is focused on improving out-of-date utility systems and promoting future urban planning in Libyan cities.
 UH Students Win Regional Concrete Canoe Competition for Second Year
(May 16, 2008) A team of University of Houston engineering students paddled their way to a second consecutive first place win April 28 at the Texas/Mexico Regional Concrete Canoe Competition.The students beat out 11 teams competing at Texas’ Corpus Christi Bay for the title, earning the chance to compete in the 2008 National Concrete Canoe Competition in Montreal, Canada on June 19.
 Engineering Faculty Recognized for Teaching, Research
(May 1, 2008) Dean Joseph Tedesco recognized UH Cullen College of Engineering faculty members for outstanding teaching and research during the 2007-2008 academic year at the college's Spring Faculty/Staff Meeting on April 29. Demetre Economou (ChBE) was honored with the Fluor Daniel Faculty Excellence Award, the highest award given by the college. Shankar Chellam (CEE) received the W.T. Kittinger Teaching Excellence Award, the college's most prestigious teaching honor, and Stuart Long (ECE) received the Career Teaching Award for excellence in teaching and service to students.
 Engineering Alumnus Wins National Award
(April 28, 2008) Scott Elmer (1997 BSCE), city engineer and director of public works in Missouri City, has been named one of the Top Ten Public Works Leaders of the Year by the American Public Works Association. The national award will be given to Elmer this August at the Public Works Congress and Exposition in New Orleans. He has been previously honored with the association's National Emerging Leader in Public Works Award and has received the Texas Public Works Leader of the Year Award.
 Engineering Researchers Develop Advanced Technique for Water Purification
(February 20, 2008) Shankar Chellam, professor of environmental engineering at the UH Cullen College of Engineering, and environmental engineering graduate student, Appala Raju Badireddy, have demonstrated a new technique that reduces the biological fouling of water purification filters caused by the growth of bacteria colonies and the formation of biofilm. Featured on the cover of the February issue of Biotechnology & Bioengineering, Chellam’s findings may lead to more advanced methods of treating membrane filters.
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