FIU Mechanical and Materials Engineering

Join us for the MME Colloquium featuring Dr. Jarrod Schiffbauer as he explores Squirmers and Swimmers: Mesoscopic Theories for Active Matter
April 14, 2026 | 2:00-3:15 PM | EC 1110
For more information, go to: https://mme.fiu.edu/news-and-events/mme-seminars/index.html

𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗶𝘀 𝗜𝗜 𝗶𝘀 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗻 𝗙𝗜𝗨 𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗺 𝗶𝘀 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝘆.

As NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration prepares to launch astronauts around the Moon for the first time in more than 50 years, Florida International University graduate Michael Guzman (B.S. Mechanical Engineering '12) is at the center of it all as a main propulsion systems engineer.

From being handpicked for a NASA internship to building his own rocket, Michael turned curiosity into a career and now plays a critical role in the systems powering this historic mission.

He will be in the firing room, working alongside hundreds of engineers to help ensure a successful launch of the Space Launch System rocket for 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗶𝘀 𝗜𝗜.

This is Panther impact on a global and lunar scale. 🌕

🎧 Hear his story in NASA’s feature.
https://www.nasa.gov/missions/artemis/artemis-2/i-am-artemis-michael-guzman/

𝘗𝘩𝘰𝘵𝘰 𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘵: 𝘕𝘈𝘚𝘈
FIU President Jeanette Nunez, FIU in Washington, D.C., FIU Mechanical and Materials Engineering

Join us for the MME Colloquium featuring Dr. Justin Watson as he explores Multiphysics Modeling and Simulation for Terrestrial and Space Application

March 31, 2026 | 2:00-3:15 PM | EC 1110

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Join us for the masters thesis defense of Victor Manuel Gonzalez!

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Join us for the doctoral dissertation defense of Romaine Byfield!

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Join us for the masters thesis defense of Benjamin J. Vargas!

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Join us for the MME Colloquium featuring Dr. David Restrepo as he explores Toward Robust Architected Materials: Fast Sensitivity and Uncertainty Quantification

March 24, 2026 | 2:00-3:15 PM | EC 1110

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Spotlighting Georgina Jahan, a PhD student in Materials Science and Engineering who exemplifies innovation, leadership, and resilience. 🔬✨

Through her groundbreaking research in advanced battery technology and her dedication to academic excellence, Georgina continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in energy storage. Beyond the lab, she leads with purpose and passion, making a meaningful impact both on campus and in her community.

We’re proud to recognize her achievements and can’t wait to see the lasting impact she’ll make in the field of engineering!

Join us for the doctoral dissertation defense of Vishal V. Persaud!

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Join us for the doctoral dissertation defense of Abeer Al Barghouthi!
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Join us for the doctoral dissertation defense of Muhtadi Munawar Zahin!

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Join us for the MME Colloquium featuring Dr. Daniel Betts as he explores innovations in high-efficiency air conditioning and energy storage.

March 10, 2026 | 2:00-3:15 PM | EC 1110

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