Artie McFerrin Department of Chemical Engineering at Texas A&M University

Fireproofing the future! Dr. Qingsheng Wang, in collaboration with Blue Engineering and Consulting Company, is taking safety to the next level by fireproofing structural steel in LNG facilities. ??? In a groundbreaking large-scale experiment, they tested various coatings on steel beams to see how they perform under intense fire conditions. ?? The results? Game-changing insights that will be presented to TxDOT next month to shape the future of LNG safety measures! Read more: https://lnkd.in/guhYZRwE

This week we are highlighting Natasha Chrisandina for receiving the Dr. Christodoulos Floudas Grad Fellowship. Congratulations Natasha! "The Dr. Christodoulos Floudas Graduate Fellowship honors the legacy of Dr. Floudas and his groundbreaking contributions in the field of computational process design. His decades of research have laid the foundation for advancements in the field, including my own research work in resilience-aware design of process systems to protect against unexpected disruptions…..Receiving this fellowship is an incredible honor, and I hope to continue contributing to the field Dr. Floudas has so profoundly shaped." — Chrisandina

Congratulations to the ‘24-’25 Francine & James Srygley ‘54 Fellowship recipients! ?? This fellowship will give 13 graduate students the chance to continue their individual research along with giving them a stepping stone to their future careers. Read here how this year’s recipients were impacted by the fellowship: https://lnkd.in/gQNQtY2k

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Celebrate our 2024 CHEN graduate fellowship recipients! First up: Yashwanth Arcot, awarded the Chemical Endowed Graduate Fellowship. “I am deeply honored to receive the Chemical Endowed Graduate Fellowship for 2024-2025. My time at Texas A&M University in the Department of Chemical Engineering has been enriching, featuring groundbreaking projects in nanoencapsulation, hybrid nanocomposite wax systems, and superhydrophobic coatings. Under Dr. Akbulut’s mentorship, I’ve collaborated with experts across Food Science, Animal Science, Horticulture, and Entomology, honing my skills in interdisciplinary teamwork, communication, and complex problem-solving.” — Arcot '25

Dr. Tanmay Lele at Texas A&M is leading groundbreaking research to stop cancer cells in their tracks. By studying how the mechanical stiffness of tissue influences tumor growth, Lele’s team is uncovering new pathways to develop targeted drugs and therapies. Discover how this research could shape the future of cancer treatment and offer new hope to patients. Read more: tx.ag/Lelecancerresearch

Today, on Veterans Day, we honor the millions of Americans who have proudly and courageously served our nation. We celebrate the bravery and dedication of our veterans, including the countless Aggies who have answered the call. To all veterans—thank you for your service, sacrifice, and commitment to our country. Here at Texas A&M, we proudly stand with those who have served.

Dr. Manish Shetty is battling microplastics for a cleaner future with his latest research in creating sustainable chemicals by figuring out how to make green hydrogen available for waste management using catalysts. Shetty and his team were able to design catalysts that can harness the stored hydrogen after the breakdown of these polymers Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gHJSvxNp

Our AIChE and CHEGSA student cohorts had the incredible opportunity to tour the Samsung Semiconductor Facility! Students explored the chip manufacturing process, learned about Samsung’s impactful history in Austin, and engaged in a panel discussion with facility experts — including some proud Aggie alumni! #TAMUEngineering

Aggie alum Dr. Lavon Anderson is giving back in a big way! Through endowed scholarships and graduate fellowships, he’s empowering future chemical engineers to reach new heights and drive innovation. Read more here about Anderson’s investment: https://lnkd.in/gvPmRijW