$61.2 M
Total UTA Engineering-Related Research Expenditures in FY '22
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Engineering Research
UTA is classified as a Research-1 "highest research activity" institution by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching.
Engineering Research at UTA
90
Doctoral Degrees in FY '22
3
National Academy of Engineering Members
52
Fellows of one or more professional organizations
14
Primary Research Focus Areas
12
Fellows of the National Academy of Inventors
College of Engineering Research
UTA is classified as a Research-1 "highest research activity" institution by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, and is just the fourth university in the state to earn the coveted Texas Tier One research university designation.
University-wide expenditures for engineering research totaled more than $54.8 million last year.
Aerodynamics and Aeropropulsion
Hypersonics, computational fluid dynamics, vertical lift/rotorcraft aerodynamics, wind turbine aerodynamics, formation flight aerodynamics
Aerodynamics and Aeropropulsion ResearchAI/ML and Big Data Analytics
Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Computer Vision , Data Analytics, Databases, Human-Computer Interfaces
AI/ML AND BIG DATA ANALYTICSAutomation/Autonomous Systems
Robotics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, computer vision, assistive technologies, unmanned vehicle systems, flight dynamics and control
Automation/Autonomous SystemsBuilt Infrastructure
Sustainable and resilient structures, pipeline engineering, earthquake engineering and hazard mitigation, solid waste, structural health monitoring, pavements
Built InfrastructureCommunications and Networks
Radar and sensor networks, optical communications, computer networks, mobile communications
Communications and NetworksCyber-Infrastructure
Hardware, Software and Information Security, Radar and Sensor Networks, Mesh Communications, Distributed Processing, HPC and Cloud and Edge Computing, Cyber-Physical Systems
Cyber-InfrastructureEnergy Management and Sustainability
Oil/gas excluding extraction, renewable energy, batteries, power electronic conversion, electric power grids, waste to energy, thermal management of electronic devices
Energy Management and SustainabilityHealthcare
Large scale analysis of genome, proteome, gene sequencing and functionality, protein production and modification, omics, tissue regeneration/repair, cancer therapy, biomedical imaging, diagnostic arrays, soft tissue replacement
HealthcareManufacturing
Composites, sustainable manufacturing, micro/nano manufacturing, automation, simulation, additive manufacturing and certification
ManufacturingMaterials
Composites, biomaterials/tissue engineering, electronic/bio/nanomaterials, sustainable materials (protection, management), materials for advanced sensing, bioscaffolds, medical devices
MaterialsPhotonics
Semiconductor Optoelectronics, Optical Lattices, Photonic crystals and Metamaterials, Optofluidics and Optics Sensors, Nonlinear and Quantum Optics, Silicon Photonics and System on a Chip, Biosensing
PhotonicsSmart Transportation
Planning and Policy, Traffic, Transportation Systems (underground, ground, air), Airports, Infrastructure, Freight, Mixed-Mode Transportation, Transportation Equity
Smart TransportationStructural and Mechanical Systems Simulation
Computational Mechanics, Computational Fluid dynamics, Failure Analysis and Simulation, Diagnostics and Prognostics, Biomechanics Modeling, Multiscale Simulation
STRUCTURAL AND MECHANICAL SYSTEMS SIMULATIONWater
Flood mitigation, health impact, water resources, water supply and demand, hydrology, environmental health, wastewater
Water