Program Quality

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http://tech.uh.edu/Departments/Engineering_Technology/

Biennial Report 2007-2008

The engineering profession spans the spectrum of Conceive, Design, Implement and Operate (CDIO ™) that covers a wide range of activities, job functions, and opportunities to engage in technology breakthroughs, innovation, and implementation. Engineering Technology (ET) is the profession in which knowledge of the applied mathematical and natural sciences gained by higher education, experience, and practice is devoted to the application of engineering principles and the implementation of technological advances for the benefit of humanity. ET education for the professional focuses primarily on analyzing, applying, implementing and improving existing and emerging technologies and is aimed at preparing graduates for the practice of engineering that is close to the product improvement, manufacturing, and engineering operational functions. ET degree plans are designed to have experiential learning as the educational backbone. The reduction in mathematical and scientific requirements is compensated by a richness of laboratory courses that are almost in one-to-one proportion to lecture courses. Moreover, lecture courses emphasize the application of mathematics, science, and engineering and we strive to prepare labs that are modern, project-based, inquisitive, and synchronized with the lectures.

The department offers six Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degrees, a Master of Technology (M.T.) degree, and several minors associated with fields of study within the department. Three Bachelor of Science degrees have majors in Computer ET, Electrical Power ET, and Mechanical ET. These degrees are accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission (TAC) of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). The Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management is currently in Candidacy Status and seeking full accreditation by the American Council for Construction Education (ACCE). The new B.S. in Surveying ET is preparing to seek TAC/ABET accreditation in 2010. The department launched a new B.S. in Biotechnology in fall 2007 that combines biological disciplines with engineering, information technology, and other technical disciplines. The Master of Technology in ET degree currently has concentrations in Network Communications and in Construction Management.

Mechanical ET students competing in the Shell Eco-Marathon Car accomplished 262 miles per gallon (Spring 2008)

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Departmental Roster

Faculty 1. Dr. Enrique Barbieri; Professor, Chair ET 2. Dr. William Fitzgibbon, Professor of Mathematics & ET, Dean CoT 3. Fred Lewallen; Associate Professor, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs 4. Dr. Heidar Malki; Professor of ET and ECE, Associate Dean for Research &

Graduate Studies Biotechnology 1. Dr. Rupa Iyer; Director of CLIST & BTEC; Research Associate Professor 2. Dr. Fatima Merchant; Assistant Professor of ET and Research Assistant

Professor Dept. of Chemistry (fall 08) Construction Management / Surveying Engineering Technology 1. Dr. Neil Eldin; Director of CM, Instructional Professor (2007) 2. Dr. Sang-Hoon (Shawn) Lee; Assistant Professor (fall 04) 3. Dr. Hassan Moghaddam; Instructional Professor (fall 05), Coordinator

Surveying ET 4. Dr. Lingguang Song; Assistant Professor (fall 04) 5. Vacant Tenure-Track Position, Search on-going 6. Vacant Instructional Faculty Position, Search on-going Computer Engineering Technology / Electrical Power Engineering Technology 1. Dr. Farrokh Attarzadeh; Associate Professor 2. Dr. Driss Benhaddou; Assistant Professor, (fall 03), Coordinator CET 3. Dr. Luces Faulkenberry; Associate Professor, Coordinator EPET 4. Dr. Deniz Gürkan; Assistant Professor, (fall 04), Coordinator NECO 5. Dr. Bernard McIntyre; Associate Professor

Preparing graduates for Biotech industries

6. Dr. Mequanint Moges; Instructional Assistant Professor (fall 05) 7. Dr. Wajiha Shireen; Professor of ET and ECE 8. Dr. Xiaojing (Jane) Yuan; Assistant Professor, (fall 05) 9. Dr. George Zouridakis; Associate Professor of ET, CS, and ECE (fall 08) Mechanical Engineering Technology 1. Dr. Farouk G. Attia; Associate Professor 2. Raresh Pascali; Instructional Associate Professor (fall 05), Coordinator MET 3. Dr. Francisco Robles; Assistant Professor (fall 08) 4. Vacant Tenure-Track Position, Search on-going Special Appointments 1. Jack Christiansen, Director, Petroleum Technology Initiatives 2. David Walker, Regional Director, Texas Manufacturing Assistance Center Staff 1. Eduardo Cortes, DBA 2. David McMullen, Financial Assistant II 3. Jeanie Perdue, Office Assistant II 4. Maylin Thanudape, Office Secretary I 5. Sergio Chacon, Instructional Lab Manager 6. Victor Gallardo, Instructional Lab Manager 7. Gordon Taylor, Instructional Lab Manager 8. Ray Khalili, Chief Electronic Supervisor 9. Karen Cohen, Program Manager (CORE) BS in Surveying ET is required for Professional Registration

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Program Quality & Enrollment Figures

• The Computer ET (CET), Electrical Power ET (EPET), and Mechanical ET (MET) programs prepared for a comprehensive TAC/ABET review during 2003-04. All three programs received the maximum of 6 years accreditation under the new TAC/ABET TC2K Guidelines.

• “Engineering” was added to the titles of Electrical Power Technology and Mechanical Technology effective fall 2007.

• The 2007 ASEE list of 50 schools that offer B.S. degrees in Engineering Technology places UH in the top 15 in the number of degrees awarded.

• In 2005-06, ET was the 4th largest BS degree-granting department in the University, it has ranked in the top 11 since 2004, and ranked 10th in a list of 50 departments in the US as reported by the ASEE in 2007 and in 2008.

• Since FA06: Construction Management (CM) is up by 28%, Surveying ET is up 80%, and Mechanical ET is up 22%

• Overall enrollment in ET grew by 9% in 2007-08. • Graduate enrollment in ET grew by 37% in 2007-08

Students start developing team skills as freshmen in CET and EPET state-of-the-art Laboratories Construction Management students engage in Experiential ENGR TECH UG Degrees Awarded: FY and (University Rank)

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learning thanks to Houston’s vibrant economy MET students utilize Advanced Simulation & Prototyping tools

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Energy Programs

The Electrical Power ET (EPET) curriculum covers conventional methods of electric power generation, transmission and distribution. In keeping pace with recent advances in the power industry, a new course on Alternate Energy systems was introduced as an elective. In response to the nation’s renewed interest in nuclear power a new course on nuclear fueled power plants has been proposed and is awaiting approval by the undergraduate committees. A pre-proposal “Addressing the need for Alternative Energy Technology Education” is under review by the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Nuclear Education Grant program. The proposal is a timely effort to impact workforce needs in the Greater Houston Area, the State, and the Nation. The project proposes to develop a set of senior-elective courses in the field of Alternate Energy Technologies and add a minor concentration in Nuclear Power Technology. Selected topics from the courses will be developed into independent modules that can be offered to industry personnel as workshop or certification courses to help address the workforce need of the nuclear power industry. The independent modules can also be modified into tutorials to enhance public awareness and hence reduce the social animosity towards nuclear power. The modules will be made available online to facilitate outreach utilizing UH distance education program. Industry experts will serve in the advisory committee and participate in putting together the curricula focused to serve the needs of the industry. In addition to the existing course “Alternate Energy Systems”, the following three elective courses are proposed to cover Distributed Generation, Power Electronics and Energy Efficiency, Nuclear Power Plant Safety, and Advantages of Nuclear Power:

• Nuclear fueled Electric Power plants • Nuclear reactor safety issues and waste management • Electric Power conditioning for alternate energy systems

The Petroleum Technology Initiative (PTI) is an Industry-Coordinated, Workforce-Directed Initiative designed to complement current programs and is primarily focused on utilizing industry retirees and Houston area personnel to teach/mentor students. In the last two years, 7 new courses have been introduced as senior electives to the Mechanical Engineering Technology program in the field of Surface Petroleum Operations. The effort has generated strong interest and support by major companies and organizations including Halliburton, Schlumberger, ExxonMobil, Merrick Systems, Transocean, the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE), the Association of Wellhead Manufacturers, the Independent Petroleum Association of America (IPAA), and the International Association of Drilling Contractors. Most recently, PTI has developed partnership opportunities with the Houston Museum of Natural Science, Wiess Energy Hall to create awareness and industry support for the program. A partnership with Simprentis, a UK company that has developed a computer based exploration education simulation promises to impact the Technology Leadership and Supervision (TLS) program in the Information & Logistics Technology Department. PTI took steps to showcase UH and its energy programs at the 2008 Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) to create awareness and industry support for the program. In consultation with industry leaders, PTI is defining the desired skills and competencies of a graduate ready to contribute to the emerging field of Digital Energy. The Society of Petroleum Engineers has granted research funding to support graduate students in Engineering Technology for Fall 2008 and Spring 2009 with a total of $25,000. The work involves workflow identification in production cases to serve the industry’s needs in making a business case for usage of more technology in every step of production.

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Undergraduate Enrollment Academic programs and research expertise Steady increases in the last 3 years in biotechnology, bio-sensors, and medical imaging are suited for the Biotech Industry and the Medical Center

The Electric Power ET program readies graduates for Electric Energy Generation,

Transmission & Distribution

The Petroleum Technology Initiative coupled with the Mechanical ET program

Graduate Enrollment are impacting the workforce needs of the Oil & Gas industry and its supply-chain

Doubles in the last 3 years

Computer ET graduates have skills needed by the Aerospace and Space Industries

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Research Profiles & Achievements The figure below illustrates expenses by FY from externally funded grants and contracts to departmental faculty, to the Texas manufacturing Assistance center (TMAC) www.tmacgc.org and to the Center for Life Sciences Technology (CLiST) www.texasbiotech.org/web/guest/home. TMAC was transferred to the College in 2006 and the figures include only expenses based on its federally funded portion (NIST). CLIST was launched in 2006 under ET and became a College-level center effective fall 2008.

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Graduate Academics & Research

• A new Master of Technology degree plan was approved effective fall 2006 with two major tracks: Construction Management and Network Communication. Other tracks are being developed by faculty that are aligned with the UH vision for Tier I status.

• Major research efforts by faculty and staff since 2003 are described at these sites www.tech.uh.edu/WON/, www.tech.uh.edu/isgrin/ , tech.uh.edu/rock/, tech.uh.edu/faculty/gurkan and tech.uh.edu/attlab/.

• Effective FA08, Dr. George Zouridakis joins ET bringing the Biomedical Imaging Laboratory www2.cs.uh.edu/~zouridakis/, a well funded lab expected to continue its highly successful and interdisciplinary approach to research.

• ET ranked 17th out of 47 departments on campus in FY07 external grant support (Source: Office of Grants and Contracts). Funding

1. W. Shireen, “A reliable low cost Power Electronics interface for renewable energy systems using a single DSP controller.” California Energy Commission, Energy innovations Small Grant Program, $84K, 1/09-12/09.

2. G. Zouridakis, NSF, “MRI: Acquisition of a Hybrid System and Research Infrastructure for Large-Scale Integration of Biomedical Data” PI, $900,000; 08/01/05-7/31/09.

3. George Zouridakis, Edgar Gabriel, Ioannis Kakadiaris, Shishir Shah, Xiaojing Yuan, Rong Zheng, June 2007, ISSO, “A wireless network for non-obtrusive continuous assessment of astronaut fatigue”, $50k+ $40k for postdoc for two years from Fall 2007.

4. G. Zouridakis, University of Texas Medical School, “Visualizing Neural Connectivity”, PI, $50,000; 04/01/07 - 3/31/09 5. G. Zouridakis, University of Missouri, “Modeling of SAR and Radiation Efficiency for Wireless Antenna” , Co-PI, $128,000; 11/01/06 – 06/14/09 (PI: J. Chen) 6. G. Zouridakis, Methodist Hospital Research Institute - Weill Medical College, “MRI Diffusion Tensor Imaging as a Measure of Cognitive Function”, Consultant,

$100,000; 08/01/06-7/31/09 (PI: E Simpson) 7. G. Zouridakis, Sun Microsystems “Sun Center of Excellence in High Performance Application Development” Co-PI, In Kind, 09/01/06 - 08/31/09 (PI: B.

Chapman) 8. G. Zouridakis, 3GEN, LLC “Decision Support System for Skin-Cancer Imaging” PI, $10,000. 09/01/06 - 08/31/07 9. G. Zouridakis, Texas Instruments “Hardware and software integration in a hand-held device for early melanoma detection.” PI; In kind; 09/01/06 - 08/31/07 10. G. Zouridakis, Texas Learning and Computation Center “Advanced Computational Tools for Noninvasive Functional Brain Mapping using MEG” PI; $55,000.

09/01/06 - 08/31/07 11. F. Merchant, Principal Investigator (10/01/07 - 4/31/08), NIH SBIR Grant Phase I $100,000, Improved Automated Urinalysis [Joined UH fall 08] 12. F. Merchant, Principal Investigator (11/01/07 - 5/31/08), NIH SBIR Grant Phase I $125,000, 3D Breast Anatomy Analysis in Cancer Treatment Planning [Joined

UH fall 08] 13. F. Merchant, Principal Investigator (11/01/07 - 10/31/08), NIH SBIR Grant Phase I $125,000, A virtual reality environment for genomic data visualization [Joined

UH fall 08] 14. F. Merchant, Principal Investigator (12/05/08), UH New Faculty Award $6000, Improved Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis for Invitro Fertilization

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15. F. C. Robles Hernandez, Completion of the 2008 Tasks for the Strategy Research Initiatives (SRI) 8 C and 11 A, Submitted to the Transportation Technology Center Inc., recently Approved and funded for $15,000. [Joined UH fall 08]

16. F. C. Robles Hernandez, Development of a Thermal Analysis Workstation for On-Line Screening for Mid and High Carbon Steels, Submitted to the University of Houston, recently Approved and funded for $6,000.

17. F. C. Robles Hernandez, Creep Test for Tank Materials, Submitted to the Association of American Railroads, Requested funding: $108,264. 18. S-H. Lee, “A Study on the Contracts, Cost Estimation, and Surety Bond System of the US Construction Project”, Korea Research Institute for Human

Settlements, $43,103 June 08-Nov. 08 19. S-H. Lee, “Front End Planning for Sustainability”, Fluor Enterprises, $3,000, Sep. 08-Aug. 09 20. S-H. Lee, “Project Performance Measurement System”, Fluor Enterprises, $5,000, Sep. 07-Aug. 08 21. F. Attarzadeh, Deniz Gurkan, Mequanint Moges (UH); R. Talusani (HCC), M. Mehrubeoglu (A&M – Corpus Christi), “An Innovative Approach to Learning via

Peer-to-Peer Undergraduate Mentoring in Engineering Technology Laboratory”, NSF-CCLI ($200,000), 03/01/2008 - 02/28/2010 22. E. Barbieri, M. Moges, V. Gallardo (Engineering Technology) and C. Ramirez, A. Boggiano (Modern & Classical Languages), University of Houston FDIP B,

“Hybrid Orientation Program for Instructional Excellence - Targeting Teaching Assistants/Fellows and Part-Time Faculty”, $25K, 2007 23. F. Attia, Phase Three of the Study of Flexible Linking of Manufacturing Planning-WOODCO USA, $30K, 10/08 – 8/091. 24. G. Song (Mechanical Engineering), H. Hutchins (HDCS), Y. L. Mo (Civil & Environmental Engineering), H. Malki (ET), and L-S. Hsieh (Electrical & Computer

Engineering), NSF grant “Collaborative Research: Phase II development of an innovative multi-functional smart vibration platform” $315,999, 2007-10 25. H. Malki and X. Yuan, NSF, “REU SITE: Sensor Networks and Security Infrastructure”, $330,000, 04/1/08-08/30/11. 26. H. Malki, X. Yuan, R. Pascali, A. Conklin, and M. Gibson, Texas Workforce Commission, “Meeting Industries’ Critical Workforce needs/Aerospace (AWIN),

$257,101, 4/15/07 – 4/14/09. 27. G. Song, H. Hutchins, Y. L. Mo, H. Malki, L-S Shieh, NSF, “Collaborative Research: Phase II development of an innovative multi-functional smart vibration

platform” $315,999, 2007-10. 28. X. Yuan, H. Malki, G. Song, NSF, “Infusing Advanced Sensor Network Research into Cross-disciplinary Undergraduate Education”, $199,884, 1/1/09 – 12/30/10. 29. G. Song, M. Franchek, and H. Malki, Hewlett Packard, “Integrate Mobile Technology in Controls Laboratories”, $45,000, 2006-2008. 30. Song, L., Zhang, X. and Ruwanpura, J. (2008). “A global and cross-industry perspective on EVM practice and future trends.” Project Management Institute

(PMI). 5/2008-4/2009. 31. Song, L. (2007) “Progress measurement using Computer Vision.” Fluor Partner Grant, Fluor Corporation. 9/2007-8/2008. 32. R. Iyer, H. Malki, and C. Baca, Texas Workforce Commission, “Bridges to the future- Initiating a Comprehensive Biotechnology Program at the University Of

Houston”, $1,023,336, , 8/31/06 – 8/31/08 33. Rupa Iyer, $100,000 Li Cor Biosciences towards the purchase of 4300 sequencer, 6/08 34. Rupa Iyer, $15,000, Office of Instructional support and Outreach UH, 6/08 – 8/09 35. Rupa Iyer, UH biotechnology Camp, Texas Workforce Commission, $31, 500. 6/1/ 08 9/31/08 36. Rupa Iyer: From Nature to Lab to Production- Infusing Cutting Edge Research into Undergraduate Biotechnology Curriculum, NSF CCLI $121,880.00, 12/1/06-

12/1/09 37. Rupa Iyer, $7,000 Matching fund contribution from Exxon Mobil, December 2008, (pending additional $8,000.00) 38. D. Benhaddou, X. Yuan, D. Gurkan, R. Zheng, ISSO, 2007, “Development of a Sensor Network Research Cluster at UH: Self-Healing Wireless Smart Sensor

Networks” ($90,000) 39. X. Yuan, Driss Benhaddou ISSO, 2008, “Hierarchical Cross-Layer Optimized Wireless Networking Platform for Reliable Astronaut Health Monitoring” ($32,395)

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40. Xiangshang Li, Xiaojing Yuan, Oct. 2007, Environmental Institute of Houston, “Developing an Automated, Objective Maximum Ozone Forecasting System for Houston,” $8600.

41. Xiaojing Yuan, June 2007, Texas Heart Institute, “Developing Cardiac Optical Imaging and Analysis System,” $5k. 42. Xiaojing Yuan, Deniz Gurkan, Driss Benhaddou, May 2006 – Aug. 2007, UH-GEAR, “An Affordable Personalized Chronic Illness Management System based on

Distributed Biomedical Sensor Network”, $30k + $30k matching fund from Abramson Family Center for the Future of Health. 43. D. Gurkan, (co-PI), SPE (Society of Petroleum Engineers) International, “Continuation of: Real-time Optimization Workflows in Oil Production Operations”,

$12,500, January 15, 2009 – May 31, 2009. 44. D. Gurkan, (co-PI), SPE Gulf-Southwest, “Real-time Optimization Workflows in Oil Production Operations”, $12,500, September 1, 2008 – January 15, 2009. 45. D. Gurkan, (PI), GENI (Global Environment for Network Innovation – NSF), “Data Plane Measurements for GENI Research Platform,” $26,241, September 1,

2008 – August 31, 2009. 46. D. Gurkan, (PI), Mobitrum, Inc., “Testbed Demonstration of Intelligent Sensor Nodes Compatible with IEEE 1451.1,” $17,256, June 1, 2008 – May 31, 2009. 47. D. Gurkan, (PI), Small Grants, November 2007, University of Houston, Office of Research: “Centralized Smart System for Code Re-use in Optical CDMA

Networks,” $3000, Summer 2008 and Summer 2009. 48. Deniz Gurkan, Xiaojing Yuan, and Driss Benhaddou, NASA, Stennis Space Center, (PI), Dual-Use CAN no. NNS06ZBA001C, , “Intelligent Sensor Network

Testbed for ISHM,” $493,042, October 2006 – May 2007. Publications

Journals

1. W. Shireen, Li Tao, “A DSP-based Active Power Filter for low voltage power distribution systems”, +Electric Power Systems Research Journal 2008, Vol. 78/9

pp 1561-1567. 2. W. Shireen, H. R. Nene, “DSP-based Control for Reliable Fuel Cell power Systems with Input Ripple Current Compensation”, 2008 Power Engineering Society

Proceedings, July, 2008. 3. W. Shireen, S. Vanapalli, H. R. Nene, “DSP-based inverter control for alternate energy systems”, Journal of Power Sources, v 166, n 2, Apr 15, 2007, p 445-

449. 4. J. Shen, H. Liu, X. Yuan and M. Moges, “STDAS: Sensing Task and Data Aggregation Scheduling for Astronaut Health Monitoring using Wireless Mesh

Networks”, IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society, August 2008, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. 5. Merchant, F.A. Three-dimensional Microscopy. In Microscope Image Processing, (eds. Q.J. Wu, F.A. Merchant, & K.R. Castleman), 1st Edition, Elsiever,

Academic Press, pp. 329-389, 2008. 6. Merchant, F.A. Fluorescence Microscopy. In Microscope Image Processing, (eds. Q.J. Wu, F.A. Merchant, & K.R. Castleman), 1st Edition, Academic Press,

pp. 247-290, 2008. 7. Merchant, F.A., Shah, S.K., and Castleman, K.R. Object Measurements. In Microscope Image Processing, (eds. Q.J. Wu, F.A. Merchant, & K.R. Castleman),

1st Edition, Academic Press, pp. 195-215, 2008.

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8. Dabeer M, Cororve Fingeret M, Merchant F, Reece G, Beahm E, and Markey M. A Research Agenda for Appearance Changes Due to Breast Cancer Treatment. Breast Cancer : Basic and Clinical Research, vol. 2, pp. 1-3, 2008.

9. Merchant, F.A and Castleman, K.R. Computerized Microscopy. In The Essential Guide to Image Processing, (ed. A. Bovik), Academic Press, In Press, 2009. 10. Papanicolaou A., Greenblatt R., Aine C., Zouridakis G., Castillo E., Buchannan S., Supek S. “Handbook of Clinical Magnetoencephalography and Magnetic

Source Imaging, Part One: Basic Concepts,” Cambridge University Press, in press. 11. Wu Y., Chen J., Yuan X., and Zouridakis G., A Programmable DSP Development Platform for Automated Detection of Melanoma, IEEE Transactions on

Consumer Electronics, in press. 12. Yuan X., N. Situ, G. Zouridakis, “A Narrow Band Graph Partitioning Method for Skin Lesion Segmentation,” International Journal of Pattern Recognition, in

press. 13. Yuan X., N. Situ, G. Zouridakis, Automatic Segmentation of Skin Lesion Images Using Evolution Strategies, Biomedical Signal Processing and Control, 3: 220–

228, 2008. 14. Zouridakis G., Iyer D., Diaz J., Patidar U. Estimation of individual evoked potential components using iterative independent component analysis, Physics in

Medicine and Biology, 52(17): 5353-5368, 2007. 15. Iyer, D. and Zouridakis G. Single-trial evoked potential estimation: comparison between independent component analysis and wavelet denoising, Clinical

Neurophysiology, 118(3): 495-504, 2007. 16. Zou, Y., and Lee, S. (2008). “The Implementation of Project Change Management Best Practice in Different Project Environments,” Accepted for publication in

the Canadian Journal of Civil Engineering. 17. Thomas, S. R., Lee, S., and Park, H. (2008). “Design/Information Technology and Performances in the Building and Industrial Project,” Accepted for publication

in the Canadian Journal of Civil Engineering. 18. Zou, Y., and Lee, S. (2008). “The Impacts of Change Management Practices on Project Change Cost Performance,” Journal of Construction Management and

Economics, 26(4), 387-393. 19. F.C. Robles Hernández, G. Plascencia, Kevin Koch, “Rail base corrosion problem for North American transit systems”, Engineering Failure Analysis 16 (2009)

281–294. 20. F. C. Robles Hernandez, J. H. Sokolowski, „On-Line Determination of the Microstructure Refinement by using Electromagnetic Stirring on the 319 Al-Si

Hypoeutectic Alloy”, J. Of Mat. Sci. & Eng. A, Submitted on December 2008. 21. F. C. Robles Hernández, Hector A. Calderon, “Production of Nanostructured Al-Al4C3 Composites using CGraphite and CFullerene Reinforcements by Means

of Spark Plasma Sintering and Mechanical Alloying”, Applied Physics, Submitted on September 2008. 22. L. González-Reyes, I. Hernández-Pérez , H. Dorantes Rosales, E. M. Arce-Estrada, J. de J. Cruz Rivera, F. C. Robles Hernández, “Effect of Coarsening of

Sonochemical Synthesized Anatase on BET Surface Characteristics”, Journal of Metals, Submitted on November 2008. 23. Attarzadeh, Farrokh, “Innovations in Laboratory Development for Computer Engineering Technology Programs,” Technology Interface Journal, Volume 9 No.1,

Fall 2008, http://technologyinterface.nmsu.edu/Fall08/ 24. Kevin Aldridge, J. Collin Gallagher, Aron Hodge, Sevin Phu, Bhavit Mehta, Farrokh Attarzadeh, "Automated Clay Conditioning for Foundation (ACCF),"

Technology Interface Journal, Volume 9 No.1, Fall 2008, http://technologyinterface.nmsu.edu/Fall08/ 25. Roger Fong, Qijun J. Huang, Orlando Saenz, Brian Smith, Shahab Ahmed Peer, Farrokh Attarzadeh, "THE SHOWER ZONE 350, " Technology Interface

Journal, Volume 9 No.1, Fall 2008, http://technologyinterface.nmsu.edu/Fall08/ 26. Lee Howard, Brian Sturhan, Brian Meixell, Juan Montelongo, Manmeet B. Patil, Farrokh Attarzadeh, “Endless Coffee Pot,” Technology Interface, Volume 8 No.1,

Fall 2007, http://technologyinterface.nmsu.edu/Fall07/

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27. Attarzadeh, Farrokh, “Innovations in Laboratory Development for Computer Engineering Technology Programs,” IJME, special issue, 2007, Volume 7, Number 2, Spring 2007, http://www.ijme.us/issues/spring2007/sl2007paper1attrasheh.pdf

28. Pei-Yin Chen, Ren-Der Chen, Yu-Pin Chang, Leang-San Shieh, and Heidar A. Malki, “Hardware Implementation for Genetic Algorithms” IEEE Trans. Instrumentation and Measurement, vol. 57, no. 4. pp. 699-705, April 2008.

29. Haichang Gu, Gangbing Song, and Heidar A. Malki, “Chattering-free fuzzy adaptive robust sliding-mode vibration control of a smart flexible beam, Smart Materials and Structures, vol. 17, March 2008.

30. Song, L., Mohamed, Y., and AbouRizk, S. M. (2008) “Early contractor involvement in design and its impact on construction schedule performance.” J. of Manag. in Eng., ASCE, to appear in Vol. 25(1).

31. Song, L., and AbouRizk, S. M. (2008) “Labor productivity modeling using historical data.” J. of Const. Eng. and Manag., ASCE, Vol. 20(5), 786-794. 32. Song, L., Liang, D., and Javkhedkar, A. (2008) “Developing lean construction implementation tools: a case study.” J. of Const. Eng. and Manag., ASCE,

submitted and under review. 33. Wang, X, Yang, L., Sun, Y., Song, L., Zhang, M., and Cao, Y. (2008) “3-D simulation on the water flow field and suspended solids concentration in the

rectangular sedimentation tank.” J. of Environ. Eng., ASCE, accepted for publication. 34. Iyer, R, “An Interdisciplinary Undergraduate Biotechnology Program at the University of Houston”, chapter published, Best Practices in Biotechnology Education.

Editor Yali Freidman, pg 183 -194, 2008 35. Iyer, R., Fitzgibbon W, “Building the Future Biotechnology Workforce – A University of Houston Model” Journal of Commercial Biotechnology, accepted for

publication. 36. Richard Franzl, Deniz Gurkan, Driss Benhaddou, and Alan Mickelson, “E-Learning Laboratories for Optical Circuits: Separation of Imperfections in Technology

and Teaching Methodologies,” accepted in the International Journal of Modern Engineering, Spring/Summer 2008. 37. N. Ghani, Q. Liu, A. Gumaste, D. Benhaddou, N.S.V. Rao, T. Lehman, “Multidomain optical networks: issues and challenges - Control plane design in

multidomain/multilayer optical networks,” IEEE Communications Magazine, Vol. 46, No. 6, June 2008, pp. 78 – 87. 38. D. Gurkan, A. Mickelson, and D. Benhaddou, “Remote Laboratories for Optical Circuits,” Special Issue on Online Laboratories of the IEEE Transactions on

Education, Vo. 51, No. 1, Feb. 2008 pp. 53 - 60. 39. D. Benhaddou, W. Alanqar, “Layer 1 Virtual Private Networks (L1-VPN) in Multidomain Next Generation Networks,” IEEE Communications Magazines, Vol. 45,

No. 4, April 2007, pp. 52 - 58. 40. X. Yuan, “Fuzzy Logic based automated transient identification for plant monitoring,” International Journal of Modern Engineering, vol.7/2, pp.452-464, Spring

2007, http://technologyinterface.nmsu.edu/Spring07/. 41. X. Yuan, G.Zouridakis, N. Situ*, Xiaohui Yuan, "Automatic Segmentation of Skin Lesion Images Using Evolution Strategies", accepted, Biomedical Signal

Processing and Control, under revision. 42. X. Yuan, N. Situ, G. Zouridakis, Xiaohui Yuan, A Narrow Band Graph Partitioning Method for Skin Lesion Segmentation, International Journal of Pattern

Recognition, submitted Dec. 2007. 43. Xiaohui Yuan, Jian Zhang, X. Yuan, “A multi-resolution method for tagline detection and indexing”, IEEE Transaction on Information Technology in Biomedicine,

submitted Nov. 2007. 44. Y. Wu*, J. Chen, X. Yuan, G. Zouridakis, A Programmable DSP Development Platform for Automated Detection of Melanoma Dear George, IEEE Transaction of

Consumer Electronics, submitted Dec. 2007.

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Conference Proceedings

45. H. Liu, J. Shen, X. Yuan and M. Moges, “Performance Analysis of Data Aggregation in Wireless Sensor Mesh Networks”, Earth and Space 2008 conference, March 2008, Long Beach, CA, USA.

46. H. Liu, X. Yuan and M Moges, “An Efficient Scheduling Method for Improved Network Delay in Distributed Sensor Network”, IEEE/Creat-Net 3rd International Conference on Testbeds and Research Infrastructures for the Development of Networks and Communities (TridentCom’07) Orlando, Florida, May 2007.

47. H. Liu, X. Yuan and M. Moges, “An Efficient Scheduling Algorithm for Pervasive Wellness and Disease Management System”, HSEMB 2007, Mini-Symposium for Digital Health Care, Houston, Texas, Feb. 2007.

48. S. Chacon and M. Moges, “Project Based Learning in Telecommunications: An Approach to Teaching New Technologies”, Proceedings of the 2008 ASEE GSW annual conference, March 26-28, 2008 Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA.

49. M. Moges, X. Yuan and Haoying Liu, “Integrating Recent Advances in Sensor Network into Undergraduate Curriculum via Hybrid Deliveries of Lecture and Laboratory”, Proceedings of 2007 ASEE annual conference and Exposition, June 24 – 27, 2007 Honolulu, Hawaii, USA.

50. M. Moges, V. Gallardo, E. Barbieri, A. Boggiano and C. Ramirez, “Development of Hybrid Orientation Program for Instructional Excellence”, Proceedings of the 2007 ASEE GSW annual conference, March 28-30, 2007 South Padre Island, Texas, USA.

51. Zouridakis G., Gide M., Lasagabaster A.A., and Diaz J., Language Laterality Assessment Using Independent Component Analysis of MEG Evoked Activity, 25th Annual Houston Conference on Biomedical Engineering Research, Feb 2008.

52. Shih M. C., Karmonik C., Zouridakis G., Simpson E., Haykal H. and Appel S. H., Differences Between Normal Subjects and ALS Patients Using Diffusion Tensor Imaging, 25th Annual Houston Conference on Biomedical Engineering Research, Feb 2008.

53. Situ N., Yuan X., and Zouridakis G., Segmentation of Skin Lesion Images Using A Narrow Band Graph Partitioning Method, 25th Annual Houston Conference on Biomedical Engineering Research, Feb 2008.

54. Situ N., Yuan X., Yue Y., Mullani N., and Zouridakis G., Automatic Boundary Detection in Skin Lesion Images Using Evolutionary Strategy, 24th Annual Houston Conference on Biomedical Engineering Research, Feb 2007.

55. Karmonik C., Shih M. C., Zouridakis G., Simpson E., Haykal H. and Appel S. H. Fractional Anisotropy of Water Diffusion in Brain White Matter in Amytrophic Lateral Sclerosis Determined with Magnetic Resonance DTI 24th Annual Houston Conference on Biomedical Engineering Research, Feb 2007.

56. Yang Z., Yuan X., Mullani N., Zouridakis G., Early Detection of Dysplastic Nevi and Melanomas Based on Lesion Texture Analysis, 24th Annual Houston Conference on Biomedical Engineering Research, Feb 2007.

57. Paditar U., Diaz J., Zouridakis G., A Hybrid Iterative ICA-Clustering Algorithm for Artifact Rejection in EEG Recordings, 24th Annual Houston Conference on Biomedical Engineering Research, Feb 2007.

58. Zouridakis G., Baluch F., Subramanian D., Diaz J., Paditar U., Exploration of Human Learning and the Neural Correlates of Strategy Formulation, 24th Annual Houston Conference on Biomedical Engineering Research, Feb 2007.

59. F. C. Robles Hernández, C. Isaac Garcia, S. Kalay, “Development of next-generation rail steels for Heavy Axle Loads” international Heavy Haul conference, Shangai, China, June 22, 2009.

60. F. C. Robles Hernandez, K. Gonzales, S. Anankitpaiboon, N. G. Demas, A. A. Polycarpou, “Wear Performance of Premium Rail Steels”, Contact Mechanics Conference, Florence Italy, September 15-18, 2009.

61. F. C. Robles Hernandez, S. Kalay, R. Ordoñez Olivares, C. I. Garcia, A. DeArdo “Development of the New Rail Steels for the 21st Century Superior Performance through Advanced Alloy Design and Thermomechanical Processing”, Contact Mechanics Conference, Florence Italy, September 15-18, 2009.

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62. F. C. Robles Hernandez, S. Kalay, “Properties and Microstructure of High Performance Wheels”, Contact Mechanics Conference, Florence Italy, September 15-18, 2009.

63. F. C. Robles Hernández, H. A. Calderón, “Production of Metal Matrix Composites with CFullerene and CGraphite Reinforcements”, TMS Annual Meeting, February 15-19, 2009 San Francisco, California.

64. L. González-Reyes, I. Hernández-Pérez, H. Dorantes Rosales, E. M. Arce-Estrada, F. C. Robles Hernández, "Synthesis of Nanostructured Anatase and its Grain Size Effect on Catalytic Properties " Functional and Structural Nanomaterials: Fabrication, Properties, and Applications, TMS Annual Meeting, February 15-19, 2009 San Francisco, California.

65. Farrokh Attarzadeh, et. al, "Perception of Incoming Freshman Students in the Computer Engineering Technology Program, Proceedings of the 2009 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference, Baylor University, Abstract Accepted.

66. Farrokh Attarzadeh, et. al, "Placing Students in Pilot Programs in Pilot Programs," Proceedings of the 2009 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference, Baylor University, Abstract Accepted.

67. Farrokh Attarzadeh, et. al, "Enhancing Laboratory Instructions for Better Knowledge Retention," Proceedings of the 2009 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference, Baylor University, Abstract Accepted.

68. Deniz Gurkan, Farrokh Attarzadeh, Driss Benhaddou, Victor Gallardo, Sergio Chacόn, " Learning-Centered Laboratory Instruction for Engineering Technology," Proceedings of the 2009 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference, Baylor University, Abstract Accepted.

69. Farrokh Attarzadeh, William Fitzgibbon, Enrique Barbieri, Miguel Ramos, "Situating a Senior Project Course in a University QEP Research-Based Instructional Framework," Proceedings of The 2008 IAJC-IJME International Conference, November 17-19, 2008, Nashville, Tennessee. Farrokh Attarzadeh, Enrique Barbieri, Miguel Ramos, "The Evolution of a Senior Capstone Course in the Context of a Research-Based University Quality Enhancement Plan," Proceedings of the 2008 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference, The University of New Mexico – Albuquerque, NM, March 26-28.

70. Farrokh Attarzadeh, Enrique Barbieri, Ankur Shukla, Prafulla Kesari, "The Role of the Teaching Assistants in a Senior Level Computer Engineering Technology Capstone Class," Proceedings of the 2008 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference, The University of New Mexico – Albuquerque, NM, March 26-28. 2nd

Place Award-tie. 71. Farrokh Attarzadeh, Miguel A. Ramos, Enrique Barbieri, "Assessing the Assessments in a Senior Computer Engineering Technology Capstone Course,"

Proceedings of the 2008 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference, The University of New Mexico – Albuquerque, NM, March 26-28. 72. Farrokh Attarzadeh, Enrique Barbieri, Miguel A. Ramos, Mayuri Mahajan, Vishal Naik, Aditya Gupta, " How the Capstone Class Students Perceive Their

Knowledge Base?" Proceedings of the 2008 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference, The University of New Mexico – Albuquerque, NM, March 26-28. 73. Farrokh Attarzadeh, “Novel Approach to Digital Laboratory Experimentations,” Proceedings of the 2007 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference, UTPA, March

28-30. 74. Farrokh Attarzadeh, Enrique Barbieri, “Training Requirements for the Graduate Assistants in the Capstone Course,” Proceedings of the 2007 ASEE Gulf-

Southwest Annual Conference, UTPA, March 28-30. 75. Farrokh Attarzadeh, Victor J. Gallardo, Enrique Barbieri, “Toward Best Laboratory Management Practices,” Proceedings of the 2007 ASEE Gulf-Southwest

Annual Conference, UTPA, March 28-30. 76. Farrokh Attarzadeh, Victor J. Gallardo, Deniz Gurkan, Enrique Barbieri, “Teaching and Graduate Assistants Training,” Proceedings of the 2007 ASEE Gulf-

Southwest Annual Conference, UTPA, March 28-30. 77. Susan Miertschin, Driss Benhaddou, Cheryl Willis, Farrokh Attarzadeh, “Using Interactive Concept Maps to Enhance Learning and Thinking Skills,” Proceedings

of the 2007 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference, UTPA, March 28-30.

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78. Victor Gallardo, Mequanint Moges, Enrique Barbieri, Aymara Boggiano, Carlos Ramirez, “Development and Assessment of Online Modules for Hybrid Orientation Programs”, Session 4 Current Issues in Engineering Education, 2008 ASEE-GSW Annual Conf., Albuquerque, New Mexico, March 26-28, 2008.

79. E. Barbieri and W. Fitzgibbon, “Transformational Paradigm for Engineering and Engineering Technology Education”, Proceedings of the 2008 IAJC-NAIT-IJME International Conference, Nashville, TN, Nov. 2008 (to appear). Also visit http://www.tech.uh.edu/faculty/barbieri/E%20and%20ET%20Project.htm

80. Zouridakis G., Gide M., Castillo E. M., and Papanicolaou A. C., Assessment of Hemispheric Dominance for Language Based on Independent Component Analysis of MEG Evoked Activity, BioMag 08, Sapporo, Japan, Aug 2008

81. Paditar U. and Zouridakis G. A Hybrid Algorithm for Artifact Rejection in EEG Recordings Based on Iterative ICA and Fuzzy Clustering. IEEE EMBS Annual International Conference, Vancouver, Canada, Aug 2008

82. Iyer D. and Zouridakis G. Single-Trial Analysis of the Auditory N100 Improves Separation of Normal and Schizophrenia Subjects. IEEE EMBS Annual International Conference, Vancouver, Canada, Aug 2008

83. Situ N., Yuan X., Chen J., Zouridakis G., Malignant Melanoma Detection by Bag-of-Features Classification. IEEE EMBS Annual International Conference, Vancouver, Canada, Aug 2008

84. Zouridakis G., Phase Effects of the Ongoing EEG Activity on the Auditory Evoked Response, Society of Applied Neuroscience, Seville, Spain, May 2008 85. Frye RE, Wu MHR, Zouridakis G, McGraw Fisher J., Halgren E., and Liederman J., Changes in Connectivity During Preparation for a Phonological Task in

Young Adults with a History of Reading Disability, Society for Neuroscience, San Diego, CA, Nov. 2007 86. Wu Y., E. Stotzer, J. Chen, X. Yuan, N. Mullani, and G. Zouridakis, A Programmable DSP Development Platform for Automated Detection of Melanoma,

Proceedings of the IEEE Dallas Engineering in Medicine and Biology Workshop, Dallas, TX, Nov. 2007 87. Zouridakis G, Baluch F, Stevenson I, Diaz J, and Subramanian D, Spatiotemporal Profiles of Brain Activation During Learning and Strategy Formulation The 6th

International Symposium on Noninvasive Functional Source Imaging of Brain and Heart & International Conference on Functional Biomedical Imaging, Hangzhou, China, Oct. 2007

88. Situ N., Yuan X., Mullani N., Zouridakis G., Automatic Segmentation of Skin Lesion Images using Evolutionary Strategy, ICIP 2007, San Antonio, TX, Sept. 15-19, 2007

89. Zouridakis G., Karmonik C., Shih M.C., Simpson E., Haykal H., Appel S.H. Brain White Mater Differences Between Normal Subjects and ALS Patients Assessed by Diffusion Tensor Imaging, Conf Proc WSEAS CSCC, Crete, Greece, July 2007

90. Frye RE, Wu MHR, Zouridakis G, Dynamic Autoregressive Causality Imaging (DANCI) Conf Proc WSEAS CSCC, Crete, Greece, July 2007 91. Zouridakis G, Baluch F, Stevenson I, Diaz J, and Subramanian D, Long-Range Gamma-Band Synchronization During Learning of a Complex Visuomotor Task,

Conf Proc IEEE Neural Engineering, Kohala Coast, Hawaii, May 2007 92. Baluch F, Zouridakis G, Stevenson I, and Subramanian D, Human Learning and the Neural Correlates of Strategy Formulation, Conf Proc IEEE SMC, San

Antonio, TX, 2007 93. Stotzer E., Wu Y., Chen J., Yuan X., Mullani N.A., and Zouridakis G., TMS320C6000 Based Handheld Device for Early Skin Cancer Detection, Texas

Instruments Developer Conference Worldwide 2007, Dallas, TX, March 2007 94. Jimmy Shawn and Heidar A. Malki, “Network Intrusion Detection System Using Neural Networks, ICNC-FSKD2007, Haikou, China, August 24-27, 2008. 95. W. Fitzgibbon, H. Malki, and M Gibson, “A Cooperative Interdisciplinary Graduate Program in Engineering Technology”, INTERTECH 2008: Proceedings of the

International Conference on Technology and Education, San Paulo, Brazil, February 28- March 2, 2008. 96. Song, L., Cooper, C., and Lee, S. (2008) “Real-time simulation for look-ahead scheduling of heavy construction projects.” To appear in Proc. 2009 Const.

Research Congress. ASCE, Seattle, WA.

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97. Song, L., Ramos, F., and Arnold, K. (2008) “A framework for real-time simulation of heavy construction operations.” Proc. 2008 Winter Simulation Conference, Miami, FL.

98. Song, L., Liang, D., and Javkhedkar, A. (2008) “A case study on applying lean construction to concrete construction projects.” Proc. 44th ASC International Conf. ASC. Auburn, AL.

99. Liang, D., and Song L. (2008) “Development of a task-based safety model for construction projects.” Proc. W99 CIB Conference 2008, CIB, Gainesville, FL. 100. Song, L. (2007) “Progress measurement using CAD-based vision system.” Proc. 2007 Construction Research Congress. ASCE, Freeport, Bahamas. 101. Iyer, R.S Bridges to the future- Infusing cutting edge research into undergraduate Curriculum ASEE 2007 conference, Hawaii 102. Iyer, R. S: Interdisciplinary Research Based Biotechnology Curriculum, poster presentation, Council for Undergraduate Research, June 2008, St. Benedict,

Minnesota 103. Iyer, R.S ; From Nature to Lab to Production- Infusing Cutting Edge Research into Undergraduate Lab Curriculum, Poster presentation, NSF CCLI meeting

August 2008, Washington D. C. 104. S. K. Hashemi, Z. Ghassemlooy, L. Chao and D. Benhaddou, "Channel Estimation for Indoor Diffuse Optical OFDM Wireless Communications", in the 5th

International Conference on Broadband Communications, Networks, and Systems-Broadnets’08, September 8-11, 2008, London, UK. (acceptance rate 42%) 105. D. Benhaddou, M. Balakrishnan, and X. Yuan, “Remote Healthcare Monitoring System Architecture using Sensor Networks,” in proceedings of 2008 IEEE

region 5 conference, April 17-20, 2008, Kansas City, MO. 106. X. Yuan, S. Bagga, J. Shen, M. Balakrishnan, and D. Benhaddou, “DS-MAC: Differential Service Medium Access Control Design for Wireless Medical

Information Systems,” The 30th Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Conference (IEEE EMBC’08), August 20-24, 2008, Vancouver, CA.

107. S. K. Hashemi, Z. Ghassemlooy, L. Chao and D. Benhaddou, "Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing for Indoor Optical Wireless Communications using Visible Light LEDs", in the proceeding of the 6th Symposium on Communication Systems, Networks and Digital Signal Processing-CSNDSP’08, 23-25 July 2008, Graz, Austria.

108. Anshul Singla, H. Liu, H. Ma, R. Franzl, D. Gurkan, D. Benhaddou, X. Yuan, J. Morris, M. Turowski, F. Figueroa, “Design of a Test Suite for NCAP-to-NCAP Communication based on IEEE 1451,” in IEEE Sensor Application Symposium 2008 (SAS 2008). 12-14 Feb. 2008, pp. 204 – 208.

109. D. Gurkan, X. Yuan, D. Benhaddou, F. Figueroa, and J. Morris, “UH-ToSS: A Sensor Networking Testbed with IEEE1451 Compatibility for Space Exploration,” in the proceeding of 3rd International Conference on Testbeds and Research Infrastructure for the Development of Networks and Communities, 2007. TridentCom 2007, 21-23 May 2007, pp.1 - 6.

110. D. Gurkan, X. Yuan, D. Benhaddou, F. Figueroa, and J. Morris, “Sensor Networking Testbed with IEEE 1451 Compatibility and Network Performance Monitoring,” IEEE Sensor Applications Symposium 2007 (SAS’07), 6-8 Feb. 2007, pp. 1 - 4.

111. X. Yuan, H.Liu*, J. Shen*, “A Fault Tolerant Efficient Scheduling Method for Improved Network Delay in Distributed Sensor Networks,” Earth and Space 2008 Conference, March 2008, Long Beach, CA.

112. J. Shen*, X. Yuan, H. Liu*, “Performance Analysis of Data Aggregation in Wireless Sensor Mesh Networks,” Earth and Space 2008 Conference, March 2008, Long Beach, CA.

113. D. Gurkan, X. Yuan, D. Benhaddou, R. Franzl*, H.Ma*, H. Liu*, F. Figueroa, J. Morris, “Sensor Networking with IEEE 1451 Compatibility Testing,” Earth and Space 2008 Conference, March 2008, Long Beach, CA.

114. A. Singla*, H. Liu*, H. Ma*, R. Franzl*, D. Gurkan, D. Benhaddou, X. Yuan, “Design of a Test Suite for NCAP-to-NCAP Communication based on IEEE 1451,” accepted for SAS2008.

115. M. Moges, X. Yuan, “Assessing Academic and Work Performance in Co-Op Education”, accepted for ASEE 2008.

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116. N. Situ*, X. Yuan, and G. Zouridakis, “Segmentation of Skin Lesion Images Using A Narrow Band Graph Partitioning Method,” accepted, HSEMB 2008. 117. W. Ding*, C. Eick, X. Yuan, J. Wang, J. P. Nicot, “On Regional Association Rule Scoping,” The 2007 International Workshop on Spatial and Spatio-temporal

Data Mining (SSTDM'07) in cooperation with The 2007 IEEE International Conference on Data Mining (ICDM'07). October 2007, Omaha, NE, USA. 118. D. Gurkan, X. Yuan, D. Benhaddou, F. Figueroa, J. Morris, “UH-ToSS: A Sensor Networking Testbed with IEEE 1451 Compatibility for Space Exploration,”

proceedings of TridentCom 2007, Orlando, Fl, May 2007. 119. Y. Wu*, E. Stotzer*, J. Chen, X. Yuan, N. Mullani, G. Zouridakis, “A Programmable DSP Development Platform for Automated Detection of Melanoma,” IEEE

Dallas Engineering in Medicine and Biology Workshop, Nov. 2007. 120. E. Stotzer*, Y. Wu*, J. Chen, X. Yuan, N. Mullani, G. Zouridakis, “TMS320C5000 Based Handheld Device for Early Skin Cancer Detection,” TI Developer

Conference, March, 2007. 121. D. Gurkan, X. Yuan, D. Benhaddou, F. Figueroa, J. Morris, “Sensor Networking Testbed with IEEE1451 Compatibility and Network Performance Monitoring,”

Sensor Applications Symposium, San Diego, CA, Feb.2007. 122. Z. Yang*, X. Yuan, N. Mullani, G. Zouridakis, “Early Detection of Dysplastic Nevi and Melanomas based on Lesion Texture Analysis,” HSEMB 2007, Houston,

Texas, Feb. 2007. 123. R. Franzl and D. Gurkan, “Implementation of an IEEE 1451.1 Compatible Multiple NCAP Controller using LabView,” IEEE Sensor Applications Symposium,

2009, New Orleans, LA. 124. S. Gumudavelli, D. Gurkan, and Ray Wang, “Emulated Network of IEEE 1451 Application with Multiple Smart Sensor Reports,” IEEE Sensor Applications

Symposium, 2009, New Orleans, LA. 125. S. Manda and D. Gurkan, “IEEE 1451.0 Compatible TEDS Creation Using .NET Framework,” IEEE Sensor Applications Symposium, 2009, New Orleans, LA. 126. S. Gumudavelli, P. Thongpithoonrat, D. Gurkan, P. K. McKneely, and F. Chapman, “Medical Instrument Data Networking,” IEEE The Engineering in Medicine

and Biology Conference, August 20-25, 2008, Vancouver, Canada. 127. P. Thongpithoonrat, S. Gumudavelli, D. Gurkan, P. K. McKneely, and F. Chapman, “Networking and Plug-and-Play of Bedside Medical Instruments,” IEEE The

Engineering in Medicine and Biology Conference, August 20-25, 2008, Vancouver, Canada. 128. A. Bhambri, D. Gurkan, and A. Ozkaya, “Response Characterization of a Fiber Bragg Grating Sensor to Different Sound Tones,” Earth and Space Conference

2008, March 2-4, Long Beach, CA. 129. Richard Franzl, Jonathan A. Morris, and D. Gurkan, “Implementation of IEEE 1451.1 Conformance/Functionality Testing using LabView,” IEEE Sensor

Applications Symposium 2008. 130. R. Franzl, P. McKneely, F. Chapman, D. Gurkan, “Application of Sensor Networking Standardization Efforts to the Implementation of a Bed-Side Health

Monitoring System,” HSEMB 2007. 131. A. Bhambri, D. Gurkan, “Characterization of an Optical Fiber Sensor to Monitor Typical Frequency Components of Heartsounds,” HSEMB 2007.

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Undergraduate Research The Department of Engineering Technology has embraced the University’s SACS QEP Initiative and fully participates in the Undergraduate Research Experiential commitment as illustrated by the following sample of UG Student Accomplishments:

Justin Loop and Dr. Mequanint Moges received one of the best undergraduate research poster awards among 42 posters during the Spring 2008 Undergraduate

Research Day. The title of their research project was: “Monitoring Patients Remotely by Utilizing Wireless Communication”.

Recipients of Provost’s Undergraduate Research Scholarship (PURS) or Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship include: • Justin Loop – Spring 2009 • Xochiti Baez, Construction Management, Dr. S. Lee Advisor, Summer 2008 • Justin Loop, Computer Engineering Technology Dr. M. Moges Advisor, Summer 2008

Selected list of recent undergraduate student projects supervised in the area of energy:

• “Analysis of Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid Conversion”, funded by CenterPoint Energy, Fall 2008. • “Hybrid Car Technologies”, Spring 2008. • “Maximum Power point tracker for photovoltaic systems”, Fall 2007. • “Fuel Cell technologies”, Fall 2006.

Undergraduate Student Publications and Presentations

1. G. Rubendall, S. Chacon and M. Moges, “Telecommunication Design Based on T1/T3/SONET”, ASEE GSW annual conference, March 26-28, 2008 Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA (poster presentation).

2. Kevin Aldridge, J. Collin Gallagher, Aron Hodge, Sevin Phu, Bhavit Mehta, Farrokh Attarzadeh, "Automated Clay Conditioning for Foundation (ACCF)," Technology Interface Journal, Volume 9 No.1, Fall 2008, http://technologyinterface.nmsu.edu/Fall08/

3. Roger Fong, Qijun J. Huang, Orlando Saenz, Brian Smith, Shahab Ahmed Peer, Farrokh Attarzadeh, "THE SHOWER ZONE 350, " Technology Interface Journal, Volume 9 No.1, Fall 2008, http://technologyinterface.nmsu.edu/Fall08/

4. Lee Howard, Brian Sturhan, Brian Meixell, Juan Montelongo, Manmeet B. Patil, Farrokh Attarzadeh, “Endless Coffee Pot,” Technology Interface Journal, Volume 8 No.1, Fall 2007, http://technologyinterface.nmsu.edu/Fall07/

5. Christopher Iu, Kenneth Jones, Karen Marcelino, Hung Tran, Farrokh Attarzadeh, Aditya Gupta, "Automatic Wi-Fi Monitoring and Flushing System," Proceedings of the 2009 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference, Baylor University, Abstract Accepted.

6. Michael Bell, Laura Gonzalez, Bao Quach, Steven Shakarisaz, Farrokh Attarzadeh, Mayuri Mahajan, "Cellular Automatic Temperature System (CATS) for Vehicles," Proceedings of the 2009 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference, Baylor University, Abstract Accepted.

7. Noe Nevarez, Natividad Jimenez, Michael Diaz, Binbin Bunton, Farrokh Attarzadeh, Vishal Naik, "Bridge Weight Monitoring System," Proceedings of the 2009 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference, Baylor University, Abstract Accepted.

8. Mayuri Mahajan, Sneha Date, Aditya Gupta, Prafulla Kesari, Vishal Naik, Farrokh Attarzadeh, "Experience of the Graduate Assistants in the Capstone Course," Proceedings of the 2009 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference, Baylor University, Abstract Accepted.

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9. Juan Hernandez, Michael Alegre, Dragan Siljegovic, Robie Calong, Farrokh Attarzadeh, Ankur Shukla, Vishal Naik, "Network Controlled Data Acquisition Drone," Proceedings of the 2008 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference, The University of New Mexico – Albuquerque, NM, March 26-28. 1st Place Award.

10. Matthew Moreno, Amador Salazar, Rafael Gijon, Sangita Prajapati, Farrokh Attarzadeh, Mayuri Mahajan, Aditya Gupta, Prafulla Kesari, "Active Vehicle Water Level Monitoring System," Proceedings of the 2008 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference, The University of New Mexico – Albuquerque, NM, March 26-28. 2nd. Place Award.

Provisional Patents

1. Title: Automatic Wi-Fi Monitoring and Flushing System Farrokh Attarzadeh, Christopher Iu, Kenneth Jones, Karen Marcelino, Hung Tran, Application submitted in Spring 2008.

2. Title: Cellular Automatic Temperature System (CATS) for Vehicles Farrokh Attarzadeh, Michael Bell, Laura Gonzalez, Bao Quach, Steven Shakarisaz, Application submitted in Spring 2008.

3. Title: Bridge Weight Monitoring System Farrokh Attarzadeh, Noe Nevarez, Natividad Jimenez, Michael Diaz, Binbin Bunton Application submitted in Spring 2008.

4. Title: AUTONOMOUS DEVICE FOR BREWING HOT BEVERAGES, Farrokh Attarzadeh, Lee Howard, Brian Sturhan, Brian Meixell, Juan Montelongo, Awarded August 1, 2008.

5. Title: AUTOMATED CLAY CONDITIONING SYSTEM FOR FOUNDATIONS, Farrokh Attarzadeh, Kevin Aldridge, J. Collin Gallagher, Aron Hodge, Sevin Phu, Awarded August 1, 2008.

ET Undergraduates at the Board of Regents Event Fall 08 describing their project to Chancellor Renu Khator

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Other Highlights

D. Gurkan, Sensor Applications Symposium (SAS) 2008: Organized and Demonstrated PlugFest of IEEE 1451.1 compatible units in collaborations with NASA-SSC, NIST, and Mobitrum Inc. with ET graduate students Richard Franzl and Anshul Singla. More details and the announcement: http://www.tech.uh.edu/faculty/gurkan/index_files/research_projects.htm#PlugFest

Department of energy funded project - “A DSP-based Power electronics interface for alternate/Renewable Energy Systems”, U.S Department of Energy,

Inventions and Innovation Program. (PI – Dr. Wajiha Shireen) The completed project generated significant interest leading the DOE to post a fact-sheet of the project online to attract companies to this technology. Project Fact Sheet available online at, http://www.eere.energy.gov/inventions/pdfs/uofhouston.pdf .

Post Doctoral Fellow Manikanden Balakrishnan, Development of a Sensor Network Research Cluster at UH: Self-Healing Wireless Smart Sensor Networks,

Since Fall 2007.

Post Doctoral Fellow Luca Pollonini, Biomedical Imaging Lab, fall 2008

Karen Cohen, CORE Coordinator has published a book titled The Marvelous Mid-Life Adventures of Gemini Tucker by Tate Publishing, 2007.

Professional Organizations

• F. Attarzadeh, Technology Interface Journal, Associate Editor for Students Papers • F. Attarzadeh, International Journal of Modern Engineering, Executive Editor • F. Attarzadeh, International Association of Journals and Conferences (IAJC), Chair, Conference/Organization Member Affairs • F. Attarzadeh, 2008 IAJC-IJME International Conference, Associate Chair • F. Attarzadeh, ASEE, Campus Representative • G. Zouridakis, Associate Editor, IEEE Transactions on Biomedical Engineering, since 2002 • G. Zouridakis, Editorial Board, IEEE Transactions on Information Technology in Biomedicine, since 2004 • G. Zouridakis, Critical Infrastructure Protection Committee, IEEE USA, since 2007 • G. Zouridakis, Chair, IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society, Houston Section Chapter, EMB18, since 2003 • G. Zouridakis, NSF Reviewer • G. Zouridakis, Ad-Hoc Reviewer, U.S. Department of State, Civilian Research and Development Foundation • G. Zouridakis, Ad-Hoc Reviewer, State Granting Agencies, States of Louisiana, North Carolina, Virginia • E. Barbieri, External Review Team, Engineering Technology Undergraduate Programs, Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, LA, 6/2008 • E. Barbieri, External Review Team, Engineering Technology Graduate Program, Wayne State University, Detroit, MI, 3/2008 • E. Barbieri Chair Executive Council, Texas manufacturing Assistance Center TMAC (2007 - ) • E. Barbieri, NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program Panelist (2007, 2008)

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• H. Malki, Associate Editor, IEEE Transactions on Fuzzy Systems, 2003-Present • H. Malki, NSF-REU panelist, November 12-14, 2008 • Rupa Iyer, NSF Reviewer and panel chair 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 • D. Gurkan, Technical Program Committee, IEEE 2009 Sensor Applications Symposium. • D. Gurkan, reviewer for IEEE Transactions on Education, IEEE Photonics Technology Letters, IEEE/OSA Journal of Lightwave Technology, and OSA

Optics Express.

Invited Talks

• G. Zouridakis, Healthcare Extension Technologies Workshop, University College London, London, Nov 2008 • G. Zouridakis, “Phase Effects of the Ongoing EEG Activity on the Auditory Evoked Response,” University of Seville, Seville, Spain, May 2008 • G. Zouridakis, “The Role of Gamma Band EGG Activity in Human Learning and Strategy Formulation,” University of Athens, Athens, Greece, May 2008 • E. Barbieri and W. Fitzgibbon, “On Engineering and Engineering Technology Education”, Dean’s Roundtable, 2008 ET Leadership Institute (ETLI) meeting,

Indianapolis, IN. • E. Barbieri, Session Organizer: “Leadership in ET Scholarship”, at the 2007 ET Leadership Institute (ETLI) meeting, University of North Carolina – Charlotte,

http://www.et.uncc.edu/etli/index.html • Iyer, R.S: New Biotechnology Programs at University of Houston, Presentation at the Biomedical Technology Club, May 2007, Houston Texas • Iyer, R.S, Panelist: Future Trends in Life Sciences, Feb 2007, ISPE regional conference, Galveston, TX • D. Benhaddou, D. Gurkan, and A. Mickelson, “Online Laboratory for Optical Circuits,” Poster presentation at the NSF CCLI PI conference, August 13-15,

2008, Washington, DC. Selected to lead break out session in the conference. The conference is organized by Selected to lead a breakout session in the CCLI 2008 conference organized by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), Education and Human Resources Programs (EHR) and the National Science Foundation (NSF) Division of Undergraduate Education (DUE).

Patent

Zouridakis G. (60%), Yuan X. (10%), Chen J. (10%), Stotzer E. (10%), Wu Y. (10%) “Portable Battery-Powered Handheld Medical Device and Software for Skin Cancer Screening,” non-provisional patent filed 3/7/08.

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Outreach Activities

• Three hundred students from across Texas attended the 2007 Regional Botball tournament held Saturday, March 24, 2007 at the University of Houston University Center. This event was hosted by CORE, Coordination of Robotics Education, from the College of Technology http://core.tech.uh.edu/ . Botball is an educational and public outreach program for middle and high school students allowing them to build and program a completely autonomous robot and compete against others on a 4'x8' playing field. Volunteers from the University, NASA/JSC, the local Robonauts team, and industry made this a successful tournament for all. We got coverage from the Houston Chronicle, Channel 39 and Channel 13.

• The College of Technology’s Coordination of Robotics Education (CORE) program recently hosted the San Jacinto Girl Scout Council Robotics Workshop which provided nearly 30 young girls with a hands-on opportunity to learn about building and programming robots. The experience was recently highlighted on ABC 13 Hometown Live.

Carver High School Visit to ET Labs Sp 08

Showcasing ET at the UH Research & Scholarship Day Spring 08

Engineering Technology 2007-2008

TMAC Gulf Coast www.tmacgc.org The Texas Manufacturing Assistance Center (TMAC) is the affiliate of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) in Texas. One of seven regions, the Texas Manufacturing Assistance Center – Gulf Coast (TMAC - GC) is hosted by the University of Houston. Our mission is to help grow the Gulf Coast economy by assisting small and medium sized manufacturers build successful businesses. The Center strives to meet the following strategic goals: Product Innovation, Customer Impact, Sustainability, Market penetration, Human Resources, Operations and Image. Funding has three major components: NIST, Private Companies, and Host Institution. In addition, the goal of Sustainability is met by engaging regional TMAC centers and faculty in securing other sources of funding. In recent past, TMAC-GC has been involved in the following grant opportunities:

1. D. Casani (UT – Arlington), G. Sera (Texas A&M – TEEX), and E. Barbieri (University of Houston), “Manufacturing Assistance for Companies in FEMA-Designated Disaster Areas of Texas”. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) MEP Extension, 2006-07. TMAC receives $800K; TMAC Gulf Coast at University of Houston receives $540K.

2. E. Barbieri, S. Lee, L. Song, “Center for Technology Literacy: An Upward Mobility Strategy for Economic Growth”, Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration, total: $590K (includes $295K matching), 7/07-6/10. Provides funds for 50% of a TMAC FTE Specialist.

Center Highlights

• Plaque presentations this year with Nick Lampson, Ted Poe and John Culberson • Training and Technical assistance in Latin America – Mexico, Honduras and Venezuela • LEED Certification classes through EDA, Lean Energy Initiative • Student Intern Program • Collaborative Efforts with Faculty – Rapid Prototyping and Six Sigma Training and projects • Outreach to High School Career and Vo-Tech programs • Grant proposal for the HMBEC

Engineering Technology 2007-2008