MAE Highlights
July 2, 2025
In Memoriam: Steve Roberts
We are deeply saddened to share that our colleague, Steve Roberts, passed away on Friday, June 27, 2025, after a brief illness. He was surrounded by family at the time.
June 3, 2025
Powering the Future of Engineering: DERConnect Outreach
The DERConnect Regional Undergraduate and Community Outreach Program provides students with meaningful opportunities to engage in training, experiential learning, and impactful projects, while raising awareness of the challenges in energy, sustainability, and renewable resources.
June 2, 2025
Associate Professor Mamadou Diagne Supports Africa’s Largest Robotics Competition with $20K Award
MAE Associate Professor Mamadou Diagne was recently awarded $20,000 from the IEEE Control Systems Society (CSS) to support the Pan-African Robotics Competition (PARC) in Senegal this July.
May 29, 2025
Celebrating Excellence: Associate Teaching Professor Maziar Ghazinejad Honored for Outstanding Teaching
MAE Associate Teaching Professor Maziar Ghazinejad received multiple awards recognizing his exemplary teaching and instructional practices at UC San Diego.
May 29, 2025
MAE Associate Teaching Professor Huihui Qi Receives Dual Teaching Honors
MAE Associate Teaching Professor Huihui Qi received multiple honors for her outstanding teaching at UC San Diego, including the 2025 Distinguished Teaching Award from the UC San Diego Academic Senate Committee on Senate Awards.
March 28, 2025
Triton to Trailblazer: Tammy Ma’s Journey to the Forefront of Energy Research
Tammy Ma’s journey from UC San Diego to a lead scientist role at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) is a testament to the strong foundation she built at the university. An alumna of the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE), she credits UC San Diego with providing a rigorous technical background and valuable research experience.
March 7, 2025
Albert Lin: The UC San Diego Explorer Merging Science, Tech, and Adventure
From running a lab dedicated to advancing human potential with the help of technology to hosting a show about exploration on the National Geographic Channel, MAE alumnus Albert Yu-Min Lin is a multifaceted individual whose passions encompass exploration, science, technology, and storytelling.
February 13, 2025
Startup Success: Jocelyn Lo’s Journey From Engineer to Entrepreneur
When choosing where to pursue an engineering degree, the quality of education, faculty support, and career opportunities play a crucial role. For accomplished alumna Jocelyn Lo, UC San Diego’s Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE) provided the foundation for a dynamic career in engineering and entrepreneurship. Lo, who is currently a co-founder of Jyx Engineering, was initially drawn to UC San Diego for its well-regarded engineering program and scenic campus.
January 31, 2025
From Student to Scholar: Bart Raeymaekers’ Inspiring Path
Bart Raeymaekers, a professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Virginia Tech, credits much of his academic success to the transformative years he spent at the University of California San Diego. A double alumnus of the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE), Raeymaekers’ story is a testament to the power of mentorship, rigorous education, and community support in shaping a scholar’s path.
December 10, 2024
From UC San Diego to Wall Street: Greg Warner’s Journey in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
From beginnings as a math major to evolving into a leader on Wall Street, Greg Warner’s journey illustrates how UC San Diego’s interdisciplinary approach, mentorship, and opportunities can propel students toward remarkable achievements.