Month: May 2025

UA TOM Chapter Wins Two Global Prizes at Global Innovation Challenge

Just one year after its relaunch, The University of Alabama’s Chapter of Tikkun Olam Makers (TOM), led by Jesse Park and advised by Dr. Davami, has achieved remarkable success on the global stage, securing two prestigious global awards at TOM’s Global Innovation Challenge. This international competition inspires participants to design, engineer and create innovative technology…Continue Reading UA TOM Chapter Wins Two Global Prizes at Global Innovation Challenge

THE UFO FILES Inspires Kids to Learn About Engineering and Technology

Two years ago, Dr. Davami received an unusual request. Could he answer questions about how an alien 3D-printer might function? He enthusiastically agreed to help, and his ideas helped shape a new book for kids and teens that blends a science fiction story with information about real, cutting-edge science and technology.Get ready for The UFO…Continue Reading THE UFO FILES Inspires Kids to Learn About Engineering and Technology

Zach Feller Wins Runner-Up In AMI Image Contest

The Alabama Materials Institute hosts an annual image contest to highlight current research at The University of Alabama. Zach Feller received runner-up in the contest with his submission of a dark-field optical image of the etched microstructure of a nickel-based superalloy (taken on a Keyence Optical Microscope), titled “Starry Night.”Contest Website…Continue Reading Zach Feller Wins Runner-Up In AMI Image Contest