Trine University faculty members from the Allen School of Engineering and Computing
have once again been awarded grants through the Indiana Space Grant Consortium (INSGC),
enabling cutting-edge research and experiential learning in fields that support NASA’s
strategic interests.
The INSGC is part of NASA’s National Space Grant College and Fellowship Program, supporting
educational and research activities that foster growth in science, technology, engineering
and mathematics (STEM) fields across Indiana.
This year’s projects focus on both traditional aerospace engineering and innovative
biomedical research with applications for astronaut health. Four faculty members received
a combined total of more than $41,000 in grant funding, with $13,500 directly funding
student research internships and experiential positions.
Assistant Professor Gurudutt Chandrashekar, Ph.D. and Professor James Kamm, Ph.D.,
members of the Wade Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, were each
rewarded funding for aerospace-based senior design projects. Associate Professor Max
Gong, Ph.D, from the Bock Department of Biomedical Engineering and Professor Amanda
Malefyt, Ph.D., from the McKetta Department of Chemical Engineering, received funds
to support undergraduate research in the areas of astronaut and human health.
Each of these projects provides hands-on opportunities for students to develop critical
skills in science and engineering, reflecting the Allen School of Engineering and
Computing’s commitment to application-based undergraduate research and experiential
learning, while providing meaningful contributions to aerospace and biomedical science.
The INSGC funding not only supports faculty research aligned with NASA’s goals but
also provides direct financial support to Trine’s undergraduate students, with $13,500
allocated specifically to funded internships and research roles. These experiences
are invaluable in helping students develop the skills necessary for impactful careers
in aerospace, biomedical and chemical engineering, preparing them to contribute meaningfully
to the future of technology and human health.
