Rice’s Online Master of Computer Science Degree Ranked No. 3 by Fortune
Rice University’s online Master of Computer Science program was honored by Fortune Magazine with the No. 3 designation in its national rankings.
Texas A&M Engineering, School’s Semiconductor Institute to Launch Programs to Bolster Semiconductor Industry
Starting in Fall 2025, Texas A&M University’s Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering will introduce a new Master of Science program focused on microelectronics and semiconductors.
ATI names Netta Washington to Lead HPMC Segment
ATI Inc. announced that Netta Washington has joined as Executive Vice President, leading the company’s High Performance Materials and Components (HPMC) segment.
KBR Green Ammonia Technology Selected for Fortescue’s Project in Norway
KBR will provide technology license, proprietary engineering design, and FEED support engineering services for the 675 metric tonnes per day grassroots green ammonia plant in Norway.
Texas A&M Heeds Gov. Abbott’s Call for Space Engineering Degree
Dr. Robert H. Bishop, whose official start date was April 2, said he has heard the call for the new program from several faculty members who want to make Texas A&M a national leader in the rapidly growing field of space engineering.
ALTIVIA Appoints Scott Barnum as Director of Manufacturing and Dean Hale as Corporate Engineering Manager
ALTIVIA announced in April that it has named Scott Barnum as Director of Manufacturing and Dean Hale as Corporate Engineering Manager.
Exploring Climate Engineering at CERAWeek
Introducing reflective clouds and sequestering carbon captured from the ocean to mitigate Earth’s temperature may seem like ideas from science fiction, but these geoengineering methods are already a reality, as discussed by a panel of experts at CERAWeek by S&P Global’s Climate Hub.
Elevating EV Battery Tech: NSF’s Initiative Sparks Commercialization and Innovation
In a bid to enhance electric vehicle (EV) capabilities and promote sustainable transportation, groundbreaking battery technology is on the horizon.
Introducing Dr. Sabeeta Bidasie-Singh in New Role at Port of Houston
As the Director of Business Equity at Port Houston, I am at the forefront of efforts to advance the strategic objectives related to Business Equity and Inclusive Procurement. My background reflects a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and economic impact, earning me recognition as the “Woman to Watch” by the Houston Business Journal in their…
Alan A. Robb, Leader in the ILA Union, Assumes the Role of Port Houston Commissioner.
The City Council of Pasadena, Texas has appointed Mr. Alan A. Robb as the new Port Commissioner of the Port of Houston Authority, effective from October 1, 2023. This appointment comes as the current commissioner, Roy D. Mease, steps down at the end of the month. Mr. Robb brings a wealth of experience to this…
HCC Engineering Center of Excellence Names New Dean
Dr. Mehmet Argin has been named Dean of HCC Engineering Center of Excellence after an exhaustive and highly competitive search. Dr. Argin joined Houston Community College in 2017 as a full-time instructor in the Engineering COE. He served in the faculty senate and was a member of the 2018-19 cohort in the Chancellor’s Innovative Leadership…
GridUnity® and CYME announce a partnership to drive innovation across utility engineering operations
Distributed energy analytics software leader, GridUnity, is partnering with Eaton’s CYME International T&D to transform the speed and accuracy of complex utility engineering calculations Jan 23, 2018, 7:22pm EST SAN ANTONIO, Jan. 23, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — @DistribuTECH – GridUnity, a pioneer in distributed energy analytics software-as-a-service, is announcing a new platform integration partnership with Eaton’s CYME International T&D. The…
Low community college transfer rates in Texas hinder progress towards increasing diversity in engineering and computer science
By News Provider Chicago—January 2, 2017—A report examining Texas community college transfer students by the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) found that very few women and minorities pursue engineering and computer science degrees at Texas universities. The research team’s goal was to assess the progress of women and minorities transferring from community colleges to four-year…
CH2M assisting Naval Facilities Engineering Command with Hurricane Harvey recovery at Texas air stations
By News Provider CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas, Nov. 16, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — CH2M has been awarded a task order, under a global contingency multiple award construction contract with the Naval Facilities Engineering Command, for stabilization and repairs to multiple buildings at Naval Air Station Corpus Christi and Naval Air Station Kingsville that were damaged by Hurricane Harvey. The…
ExxonMobil Begins Production on New Polyethylene Line at Mont Belvieu Plastics Plant
By News Provider First of two 650,000 tons-per-year polyethylene lines starts production Project is a component of ExxonMobil’s $20 billion Growing the Gulf expansion initiative First polyethylene shipment to be exported from the Port of Houston later this month Tuesday, October 17, 2017 11:00 am EDT “The investments we’re making through our Growing the Gulf…
Texas Instruments introduces its first educational robot
The TI-Innovator™ Rover Put STEM into motion with new calculator-controlled robotic car for the classroom By News Provider DALLAS, Sept. 14, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Texas Instruments (TI) today announced the TI-Innovator™Rover, the company’s first robotics solution for middle and high school students that makes learning STEM subjects a moving experience. Students can write programs on their TI graphing calculators that…
AIV, Gulf Coast Modification to Consolidate Operations Within Expansive New Northwest Houston Facility
By News Provider HOUSTON, Sept. 19, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — AIV, LP, a Houston-based global wholesale distributor of valves and actuators for the oil and gas, power generation, chemical, petrochemical, refining, pulp and paper and water treatment industries, has announced plans for a new 320,000+ square-foot facility at 22806 Northwest Lake Drive near Telge Road and Highway 290 in northwest Houston….
ClearSign Texas Refinery Project Successfully Concludes Operational Testing
ClearSign Texas Refinery Project Successfully Concludes Operational Testing Company’s Duplex Plug and Play™ Product Attains Performance Goals News Provider SEATTLE, Sept. 19, 2017 ClearSign Combustion Corporation (NASDAQ: CLIR), a leading provider of industrial combustion technologies that deliver unmatched reduction of pollutant emissions while improving operational costs, today announced that it had successfully completed the first installation of its…
Rimkus Consulting Group Leverages Global Forensic Expertise to Form Full-Service Engineering and Technical Firm, Rimkus Building Consultants
Rimkus Consulting Group Leverages Global Forensic Expertise to Form Full-Service Engineering and Technical Firm, Rimkus Building Consultants. A worldwide provider of forensic consulting services, today announced the strategic expansion of its business operations with the formation of a new company, Rimkus Building Consultants. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, the firm will help clients from coast-to-coast proactively…
Rice & Gardner Consultants, Inc. Is a Leader in the Construction Industry
Trusted Engineering and Construction Program Management Quote: “Every successful person or firm has been given an opportunity to succeed by someone. We always keep this in mind and remember our roots and early beginnings, and in turn seek to provide opportunities to deserving persons and firms.” – Jim Rice, President of Rice & Gardner Consultants,…