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› IN WHAT WAYS DOES THE PROGRAM ENCOURAGE INTERDISCIPLINARY COLLABORATION AMONG UNITS ACROSS CAMPUS?

Years of Leadership

By creating a number of MAGE programs, for example, Robotics, Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, Cloud Engineering, and Embedded Systems that are interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary among engineering disciplines and computer science.

In this Q&A, Dr. George Syrmos, Assistant Dean of Continuing Education, reflects on 25 years directing the Professional Master of Engineering and Graduate Certificate in Engineering programs and explores why collaboration and diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to an engineering education.

› HOW DOES MAGE ADAPT TO CHANGES IN TECHNOLOGY AND INDUSTRY TRENDS TO ENSURE GRADUATES REMAIN COMPETITIVE IN THE FIELD?

MAGE offers both traditional and niche programs. Niche programs tend to be interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary based on new technologies and industry trends. For example, Energy Systems, Project Management, Cloud Engineering, Embedded Systems, and Hypersonics are among such programs offered through MAGE.

About MAGE

Maryland Applied Graduate Engineering connects working

engineers and technical professionals to the world-class faculty, facilities, and expertise of the A. James Clark School of Engineering. Through partnerships with departments and centers within the Clark School, as well as cross-functional relationships with fundamental partners outside of the Clark School, our mission is to aid Maryland Engineering’s goal of being a leader in providing opportunities for lifelong learning and continuing education in the region, the nation, and beyond. Since 1994, we have been serving the engineering community and building a robust network of proud Maryland Engineering alumni. The Master of Engineering and Graduate Certificate in Engineering programs are designed to help engineers advance their career and acquire the technical expertise they need in business, government, and industry.

› HOW DOES THE PROGRAM SUPPORT DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION INITIATIVES TO ENSURE A WELL-ROUNDED AND INCLUSIVE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT?

MAGE’s enrollment is comprised of both domestic and international students. So, our student body by the nature of its enrollment and events in place where everyone is

› WHAT IS YOUR ROLE AS ASSISTANT DEAN OF CONTINUING EDUCATION AND YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES?

welcomed and included. Additionally, our

My role as Assistant Dean for Continuing

Academic Affairs Team is equipped to assist

Education is to to ensure that we offer

all students as they navigate our programs,

relevant courses and programs of the

offering support to our diverse student body

highest quality to our students both on

and ensuring every student’s success. MAGE

campus and online as ultimately, we want

continuously strives to increase the number

our graduates to gain the knowledge and

of women and minority students in our

expertise needed in a global competitive

programs: two groups who are historically

world so they are able to make a differ-

under-represented in the field of engineering.

ence both in terms of technological

is diverse and MAGE as a unit has functions

advancements and societal benefits.

› WHAT ARE YOU MOST PROUD OF AS ASSISTANT DEAN OF CONTINUING EDUCATION?

When I receive an email from a former student expressing gratitude and sharing their professional achievements, I am filled with pride in knowing that our graduates, because of the education they’ve received at UMD, are able to make a positive impact on the engineering profession, advance in their professional development and career, and solve technical problems for the betterment of society.

› LOOKING AHEAD, WHERE DO YOU SEE THE FUTURE FOR PROGRAM GROWTH? ARE THERE SPECIFIC AREAS OR INDUSTRIES YOU BELIEVE WILL SEE SIGNIFICANT EXPANSION, AND HOW DO YOU PLAN TO ADDRESS THE EVOLVING NEEDS OF LEARNERS AND INDUSTRIES IN YOUR STRATEGIC GROWTH INITIATIVES?

› HOW DO YOU MEASURE THE SUCCESS AND EFFECTIVENESS IN TERMS OF STUDENT OUTCOMES AND PROGRAM QUALITY?

Although there are formal means, like an accreditation, to measure success, ultimately, it is the testimonials of our students and alumni letting us know how helpful a particular course was as well as

I believe that a graduate professional

how impactful their education at UMD has

engineering program will be successful

been, enabling them to meet and even

as long as it addresses the current needs

exceed their professional goals.

of working engineers and technical professionals. Programs that combine engineering and science, especially computer science, for example, MAGE offers coursework related to the applications of Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, and Data Science in Engineering in a number of its programs.

Three New Programs Respond to Industry Demand

In 2023, Maryland Applied Graduate Engineering announced three new academic options in Embedded Systems, Cloud Engineering, and Hypersonics. Potential students can now apply for the Professional Master of Engineering or the Graduate Certificate in Engineering in Embedded Systems or Cloud Engineering or the Graduate Certificate in Engineering in Hypersonics and may complete their coursework in-person at the University of Maryland campus in College Park, MD, online from anywhere in the world, or a hybrid of both methods of delivery, ensuring MAGE’s commitment to delivering a worldclass education to working engineers all across the world.

The CLOUD ENGINEERING curriculum at MAGE covers cost efficiency, resource utilization, industry ecosystem, role of cloud in the enterprise, and driving business value using cloud technology, as well as the three cloud models: Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS), and Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS). “The Cloud Engineering programs offered by MAGE are a great way to acquire a deep understanding of cloud-based information and software systems,” says Dr. Zoltan Safar, director of the Master’s in Telecommunications Program. “Students will get a chance to learn the fundamentals of cloud technologies, including various system virtualization technologies, the Linux operating system, SQL and no-SQL databases and develop solid coding skills using the Python language. The elective courses will allow for further specialization in cloud security, machine learning, software engineering or internet of things (IoT), depending on individual interest. The program will prepare students for a career in positions such as cloud system architect, cloud engineer, DevOps engineer, and cloud application developer.” Cloud engineers build and maintain cloud infrastructure, on-demand computer system resources, most commonly data storage and computing power, of which the hardware is not directly maintained by the user. The curriculum covers cost efficiency, resource utilization, industry ecosystem, role of cloud in the enterprise, and driving business value using cloud technology. “More and more companies and organizations are realizing the benefits of moving their computing services to the cloud, which precipitates the need for an educated workforce of cloud engineers to design and maintain these systems,” says Dr. George Syrmos. “MAGE is excited to help meet this new demand for trained cloud engineers by offering degrees that go beyond the basics of information technology and delve into the complex distinctions that we see in this growing field.”

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EMBEDDED SYSTEMS at MAGE explores the design and optimization of embedded software, embedded hardware, and networking and distributed systems. “As demand grows exponentially for complex government and industrial installations with embedded systems, as well as an expanding market of consumer electronics with dedicated computer systems, we also see an increased demand for trained engineers to design, optimize, and maintain these systems,” says Dr. George Syrmos, Assistant Dean for Continuing Education. “Our new program in Embedded Systems will equip working professionals with the knowledge and skills to forge exciting, new pathways within this growing discipline.” Also referred to as the Internet of Things, or IoT, embedded systems are computer systems contained inside of a larger mechanical or electronic system with a dedicated function. Embedded systems come in varying sizes, from smartwatches to refrigerators to spacecrafts, range from very simple to very complex, and may operate independently or as part of a larger network. “This is a cutting edge program. Look around at the systems we rely on everyday: your smart fridge, your Tesla, your tv are all embedded systems. The skill level needed to develop and build these systems is complex and intricate, ” says Dr. Ankur Srivastava, Professor and Director of the Institute for Systems Research.

The Graduate Certificate in Engineering in HYPERSONICS is offered in partnership with the Department of Aerospace Engineering, one of the nation’s leading aerospace programs. Students gain a deep understanding of the key principles relevant to the flight of high-speed vehicles and projectiles in the atmosphere and are introduced to crucial concepts in areas such as hypersonic aerodynamics, high-speed airbreathing propulsion, high-temperature structures and materials, and high-speed guidance, navigation and control. The certificate prepares students for careers in hypersonics-related fields in both the commercial and government sectors. With close proximity to several federally funded institutions and labs that have a critical interest in hypersonic technology—the Naval Air and Surface Warfare Centers, the Applied Physics Laboratory, the Naval Research Laboratory, Aberdeen Proving Ground, and AEDC Hypervelocity Tunnel 9—the university is perfectly positioned to offer the only graduate certificate in engineering in hypersonics in the area. As with all MAGE academic options, the new specializations are designed for working engineers, with flexible class schedules and practical, hands-on instruction from faculty at the forefront of their field.

With the additions of Embedded Systems, Cloud

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE NEW PROGRAMS

Engineering, and Hypersonics, MAGE now offers

AT MAGE, INCLUDING ADMISSION AND DEGREE

degree programs in 19 academic options, with more than half also offered online.

REQUIREMENTS AND HOW TO APPLY, AT

MAGE.UMD.EDU/PROGRAMS.

Leading with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Q&A WITH AKUA ASA-AWUKU In addition to her role as a Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Dr. Akua Asa-Awuku serves as the Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for the A. James Clark School of Engineering. In this Q&A, she explores her work furthering the mission of the Clark School through the lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Q How do diversity, equity, and inclusion contribute to the Clark School mission and its promise to prepare its graduates to impact the grand challenges of our time?

ensuring our programs align with our campus goals. Furthermore, in this role I work closely with the Dean to define strategies and goals, optimize our organization to improve our engineering culture and climate.

A At the Clark School, we turn fearless ideas into innovations for public good. We are our most innovative when embracing voices, ideas, perspectives, identities, and experiences. Finding and implementing solutions to the grand challenges of our time will require global

Q Can you detail any current diversity and equity initiatives from the Clark School, or from the recent past, and how they have impacted diversity and equity?

collaboration with diverse teams. Thus, it is inherent in

A In this past year we have supported and

the Clark School mission that we educate and graduate

developed multiple initiatives through the Dean’s

students with the ability to lead and work collabora-

Office and Clark School DEI council. For brevity, I

tively in diverse and inclusive groups.

will only highlight a few. We now have the Clark School Dean’s Travelling Star Program, which encourages

Q Can you describe your role within the Clark School as the Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion? How long have you been in this role? What makes you passionate about diversity and equity in engineering? A The Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is an inaugural role first appointed in May 2022. As the Associate Dean for DEI, I play an important role in supporting the overall academic mission of the Clark School, working closely with the Dean and other administrators to ensure the effective communication and success of DEI initiatives across the Clark school. This past year, I have worked closely with staff, students, and faculty to develop and enhance our academic recruitment and retention programs,

departments to invite prospective faculty members to campus visits at UMD. Before sending an application, we want future faculty to know and have an opportunity to visit the Clark School. We also have established the Clark School Dean’s Graduate Fellowship, which provides funding to exceptional graduate students who have accepted but not yet enrolled in the Clark School. The fellowship aims to persuade applicants to select the Clark School as their graduate school of choice. Last but not least, in 2023, we collaborated with SciMath Innovators to create a robotics summer camp for grades K–3 in engineering, expanding our outreach to K–12 students in the area. These are but a handful of the ongoing projects; we intend to keep supporting all our existing DEI programs.

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“Developing diverse perspectives is a cornerstone of the Clark School’s educational experience. That is why, every day, we work to build a more inclusive and supportive community, producing engineers that are ready to overcome society’s toughest obstacles, regardless of their complexity.” SAMUEL GRAHAM, JR. DEAN AND NARIMAN FARVARDIN PROFESSOR

A As a discipline, We know that fostering diversity

Q Can you tell us about any future initiatives? Which initiative are you most excited about and why?

and inclusion in engineering is not only a matter

A In 2024, we plan to roll out a mini-grant program

of social justice but also a strategic imperative

that provides opportunities for students, staff, and

for engineering.

faculty, to apply for funding to gather, and build

It has been shown that improving workforce

community across the Clark school. We know that

diversity increases creativity, sharpens problem-

building a welcoming and warm engineering climate

solving skills, draws in top talent, and helps to create

helps build a sense of belonging and part of belonging

a more inclusive and creative workforce. Higher

includes having opportunities to connect with others.

education institutions in engineering must relent-

We hope to draw upon the creativity and desire of our

lessly support diversity, equity, and inclusion at all

community to connect with this program. I’m excited

levels to help our teams and individuals reach their

to see all the different ideas that we can fund!

full potential and maintain their competitiveness in a world that is changing quickly. For engineers who

Q How do you feel that diversity and equity in engineering affect the engineering workforce? What impact can diversity and equity have on the various engineering industries and on working engineers who are just entering the workforce or have been there for a while and want to advance their careers in their respective industries?

want to advance in their careers, having an expansive and diverse network will provide more opportunities and options for creative solutions in their pathway to success.

“At the Clark School, diversity and inclusion are integral to excellence in engineering. To solve the grand challenges that confront society requires the type of deep collaboration that can only occur in inclusive environments.” PAIGE SMITH DIRECTOR, WOMEN IN ENGINEERING

SONJA DIETRICH ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS

“Collaboration is the key to enhancing the MAGE student and faculty experience! The Academic Affairs Team collaborates with offices all across campus to work towards providing the most well-rounded support possible for our students and faculty.”

CIARA DIAZ ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR FOR FINANCE AND PERSONNEL

“Collaboration is an essential part of my role, reaching across the various functional areas and offices for which MAGE maintains partnerships. Collaboration is not only how we function day-to-day, but also how we generate the ideas of

Around the MAGE Offices

OUR STAFF WEIGH IN MAGE staff reflect on the impact of collaboration as well as diversity, equity, and inclusion.

tomorrow.”

STEVE GREENE ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR FOR MARKETING, COMMUNICATIONS, AND STRATEGIC INSIGHTS

“Collaboration means that everyone’s ideas and opinions are important and valuable in creating marketing and communication campaigns. It’s using the collective wisdom and creativity of the group to come up with and execute on the very best ideas that align with our strategic objectives. Success is truly a team effort.”

STEPHANIE ELCOCK SENIOR ACADEMIC ADVISOR

“Without collaboration, my role here at MAGE

CAITLIN GOVER ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR ADMISSION AND RECRUITMENT

would be very difficult; being able to work with faculty

“Creating a diverse, equitable,

and staff within MAGE and across

and inclusive graduate engineering

departments at UMD is integral

program creates an environment where our

to helping our students achieve

students with different experiences and

their goals.”

perspectives can work collaboratively to solve the problems that face today’s society.”

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HEATHER MARKLE PROGRAM MANAGER FOR MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS

“Collaboration is essential to my role here at MAGE. Including many voices in my process ensures that many voices are represented in the content that I create.”

EMILY GOLUB COORDINATOR FOR ADMISSION AND RECRUITMENT

“In my role at MAGE, I am committed to ensuring we have an equitable, inclusive admissions process, which enables us to enroll a diverse class of future engineers.”

CANITRIA COOK COORDINATOR FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS

“To me, collaboration is about bringing great minds together to work towards creating the most

ANNE BONGERMINO INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER

efficient and effective way of doing things. It’s integral in MAGE because it helps us to create systems that best

“As an instructional

serve our faculty and students.”

designer, it’s important to consider diverse perspectives and experiences to ensure an equitable, welcoming, and meaningful learning experience for all students. In collaboration

MELANIE TAMBURELLO COORDINATOR FOR BUSINESS AFFAIRS

with MAGE faculty, my aim is to “Collaboration and respect are

support students in achieving

two words that stand out to me as

their learning goals.”

a staff member at MAGE. I am able to ask questions, seek help, and offer suggestions which fosters a positive work environment and allows me to be successful in my duties.”

SUSAN HUBBARD INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER

“Diversity involves embracing and celebrating differences in backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Inclusion focuses on fostering an environment where everyone, regardless of their diverse backgrounds, can flourish and achieve success. In instructional design, this translates to creating courses that not only represent diverse student populations but are also crafted inclusively, offering pathways for every student to achieve their goals.”

Maryland Engineering on the Move Blinking floor lights followed by the rumble of an incoming Metrorail train. The rev of the engine as a Metrobus leaves its stop and glides into rush-hour traffic. And in the middle of the hustle and bustle of Washington, D.C. commuters and travelers, a new campaign from Maryland Applied Graduate Engineering and the A. James Clark School of Engineering carried the message of the value of a graduate engineering degree across the nation’s capital.

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MAGE

TOTAL DEGREES

By the Numbers

4,210

4,842

632

TOTAL ALUMNI

THROUGH SPRING 2023

TOTAL MASTER OF ENGINEERING DEGREES

TOTAL GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN ENGINEERING DEGREES

THROUGH SPRING 2023

OUR STUDENT POPULATION US Citizen/ Permanent Resident:

US Citizen/ Permanent Resident:

36.1%

84.2%

ALL STUDENTS

ONLINE STUDENTS

Student Visa or Online Student Outside US:

15.8%

63.9%

Female 20.9%

ALL STUDENTS BY GENDER

Male 79.1%

ONLINE STUDENTS BY GENDER

Male 69.0%

Female 31.0%

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ALL STUDENTS

HIGHEST ENROLLMENT PROGRAMS

Cybersecurity

29.6%

Robotics

28.1%

Software Engineering

7.7%

Fire Protection

5.7%

Mechanical Engineering

5.3%

Project Management

5.3%

ONLINE STUDENTS Fire Protection

27.2%

Cybersecurity

21.5%

Reliability

13.3%

Project Management

10.8%

Bioengineering

8.9%

STUDENT ENROLLMENT

TOTAL DEGREES

IN FY23

AWARDED IN FY23

TOTAL APPLICATIONS

TOTAL GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN ENGINEERING DEGREES AWARDED

1,440 856 301

CURRENTLY ENROLLED STUDENTS

NEWLY ENROLLED STUDENTS

355

TOTAL MASTER OF ENGINEERING DEGREES AWARDED

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Outstanding Teacher Encore Maryland Applied Graduate Engineering is pleased to announce Zeid Kootbally as the recipient of the MAGE Outstanding Teaching Award for the Academic Year 2022-2023, his second consecutive year receiving this recognition. Assistant Dean for Continuing Education George Syrmos presented the award to Kootbally on October 3, 2023 in front of the E.A. Fernandez IDEA Factory at the University of Maryland. In recognition of his contributions to MAGE students in the form of his exceptional teaching, Kootbally also received a cash prize. “Winning this award for the second time is not just a personal honor, but a reflection of our vibrant community at MAGE,” says Kootbally. “My journey here has been one of mutual growth and inspiration. This recognition highlights our collective passion for learning and the enriching experiences shared with students and colleagues alike. I am deeply grateful for this honor and the invaluable opportunities to learn and teach in such a dynamic environment.” Kootbally received his Ph.D in Computer Science from the University of Burgundy, France, in 2008. Outside of his teaching duties at MAGE, Kootbally is a Senior Research Associate with the Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering at the University of Southern California (USC) and an Associate in the Intelligent Systems Division at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). Kootbally began teaching with MAGE in 2018 when he was invited to co-teach ENPM663: Building a Manufacturing Robotic Software System (formerly known as ENPM809B) by Craig Schlenoff, who was also working at NIST. Kootbally also teaches ENPM809E: Python Applications for Robotics and ENPM809Y: Introductory Robot Programming.

“Winning this award for the second time is not just a personal honor, but a reflection of our vibrant community at MAGE.”

New Faculty Meet the newest industry experts to join the MAGE faculty. They bring case studies, real-world examples, problems, and solutions to our curriculum which continues to evolve and adapt to shifts in industry. Their expertise and experience are imperative to ensuring our students gain the skills, knowledge, and tools to succeed.

KARTHIK CHANDRASHEKAR

THOMAS DINEEN

FOUNDER AND PRINCIPAL AT KAASVALUE, A SOLUTIONS AND CONSULTING COMPANY

TECHNICAL MANAGER AT ORACLE NATIONAL SECURITY GROUP

SUBJECT Software

SUBJECT Cybersecurity

PROFILE Mr. Chandrashekar started his

PROFILE Thomas Dineen is a Technical

career at Lucent Bell Labs as a software engineer working on

Manager at Oracle Global Defense and Intelligence (GDI). He has over

cellular softnetworks. He received his Master’s degree in ECE from

25 years of technical experience in all aspects of Enterprise Computing.

the University of Maryland and was also part of the Ph.D. program

He has a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems from Rutgers

in the ECE department. Mr. Chandrashekar was a Technical Director

University and a Master of Science in Information Systems from

at OPNET Technologies working on R&D, product and technology

American University. He has certifications in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure

consulting. Mr Chandrashekar holds 3 US patents and has 10+ IEEE

(OCI) as well as Information System Security Professional (CISSP).

publications.

His work experience includes AT&T, where he began as a software

Mr. Chandrashekar transitioned from technology and engineering

developer. He later worked for BEA Systems where he focused on

into revenue and business management, progressively taking on

Application Servers, Middleware, Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) and

management roles leading large, global teams in pre-sales and

Identity Management solutions. He went on to join Oracle Corporation

post-sales functions. He was Vice President of Technical Sales at

where he continues to expand his experience in Enterprise Architecture,

Riverbed, Vice President of Customer Success at People.ai, and the

Enterprise Security, Identity Management, and Cloud Security.

Senior Vice President of Customer Organization at Code Climate.

Thomas is a veteran of the United States Navy where he served

Currently, Mr. Chandrashekar is an operating and advisory consultant

honorably as an Intelligence Specialist First Class (IS1) with

for multiple startups helping with go-to-market strategy, new product

Aviation Warfare (AW) designation. His diverse work experience

development and launch, and revenue operations.

also includes working on Wall Street with U.S. Treasuries and Mortgage Backed Securities.

2023 Faculty Achievements DANIEL APON

WASEEM MAILK

SUBJECT Cybersecurity

SUBJECT Robotics

› Chair of the 1st annual RWPQC (Real

› Promoted to Assistant Group Supervisor

World Post Quantum Cryptography)

(supervising close to 50 scientists and

workshop held in Tokyo, Japan on March

engineers) of a Guidance, Navigation,

26, 2023, co-located with the IACR

and Control group focused on problems

conference RWC (https://rwc.iacr.org/),

related to strategic deterrence and

and will chair the 2nd annual RWPQC in

serving sponsors like USN, USAF, OSD

Toronto, Canada on March 24, 2024

etc. at Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory

MOHAMMAD FAZELPOUR SUBJECT Mechanical Engineering › Published two conference papers and attended the 2023 ASEE conference › Received the Technical Committee Chair Award on Design Education from the American Society of Mechanical Engineers

KEVIN SHIVERS SUBJECT Cybersecurity, Cloud Engineering › Co-led a half day workshop on “Attack Surface Management” at the 2023 Educause Cybersecurity and Privacy Professionals Conference in Bellevue, WA

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MOHAMMAD FAZELPOUR UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND A. JAMES CLARK SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

SUBJECT Mechanical Engineering

RYAN KROPFF INCIDENT RESPONSE LEAD AT NORTHROP GRUMMAN, ADVANCED THREAT ANALYSIS CENTER - CSOC

SUBJECT Cybersecurity

MICHAEL WITTNER TEAM LEAD/CAPABILITIES DEVEL AT NATIONAL SECURITY AGENCY

SUBJECT Cybersecurity

YANTIAN ZHA YOCHAN LAB AT ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY

SUBJECT Robotics

COURSE HIGHLIGHTS

296 FY23

UNIQUE COURSES TAKEN BY MAGE STUDENTS

126 COURSES OFFERED ONLINE

69 ENPM COURSES

BRIAN VALENTINE SUBJECT Energy Systems › Contributed a chapter on Gas-Liquid and Gas-Solid Flow to the book Transport Phenomena in Multiphase Systems by Hamid Arastoopour, Dimitri Gidaspow, Robert W. Lyczkowski: Springer, NY 2021

GEORGE ZAKI SUBJECT Cybersecurity › Co-editor of a special edition in Frontiers in Oncology: Artificial intelligence: A step forward in biomarker discovery and integration towards improved cancer diagnosis and treatment › Published several other papers, including Predicting Molecular Subtype and Survival of Rhabdomyosarcoma Patients Using Deep Learning of H&E Images: A Report from the Children’s Oncology Group

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Engineers as “Par” as the Eye Can See Earlier this year, Maryland Applied Graduate Engineering invited alumni in the Baltimore-Washington area out for a night of food, drinks, networking, raffle prizes, and golf fun at Topgolf in Baltimore, MD. While playing one of over a dozen exciting golf games offered by Topgolf, alumni mingled with MAGE faculty and staff. Lucky raffle winners also walked away with prizes including University of Maryland gear.

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Movers and Shakers Spotlight on alumni achievements and triumphs from the past year. Nikhil Hegde

M.ENG. CYBERSECURITY 2020

› Gave talk titled, “The Convergence Of eBPF, Buildroot, And QEMU For Automated Linux Malware Analysis” about open-source technologies that could be leveraged to conduct comprehensive analysis of Linux-based malware like botnet, ransomware and more at NullCon (www.nullcon.net)

Sonik Sikka

M.ENG. SYSTEMS ENGINEERING 2008

Vishakha Sadhwani

M.ENG. ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING AND GCEN SOFTWARE ENGINEERING 2018

› Attended Grace Hopper Celebration as a recruiter for Google, where she works as a Cloud Architect, furthering her passion for empowering women in the tech industry

› Spoke at the 8th Annual Lean Healthcare conference at Stanford Health on improvement work that was done at Sheppard Pratt to improve the admissions process for behavioral health patients across the state

Alkesh Srivastava

Shivang Vaishnav

M.ENG. ROBOTICS 2022

› Research paper “Distributed Multi-Robot Information Gathering using Path-Based Sensors in Entropy-Weighted Voronoi Regions” will appear as a book chapter in Distributed Autonomous Robotic Systems › Started a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering at Temple University in the Temple Robotics and Artificial Intelligence Lab

M.ENG. ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING 2014

› Promoted to Senior Software Engineer position at Cisco Systems, Inc. › Acting as a business strategy advisor to a technology startup in Rajkot, Gujarat, India. (https:// justenable.com/leadership-team) › Enrolled in Master of Business Administration program at Santa Clara University and mentoring several undergraduate students

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