Outstanding Faculty Award

Outstanding Faculty Award

Award Recipient Dr. Yanhai Du with Dean/Dr. Christina Bloebaum
“This award winner is selected for significant contributions in the field of basic or applied research, creative production or other scholarly achievements. The winner demonstrates an interest in fostering the intellectual growth of students, stimulates and promotes student scholarship and is active in professional associations. This year’s winner has contributed to his field of ceramic engineering and fuel cell research by producing more than 100 publications and patients. He has inspired many students in the area of sustainability even drawing the attention of students from other colleges to participate in projects including the Zero Emissions Vehicle, a gas golf cart converted to run on solar power. He is constantly working to secure funding for his research and has been described as a pleasure to work with by his coworkers. Join me in congratulating Dr. Yanhai Du.” (quoted from the readings at the award announcement banquet)

UPDATED: Thursday, March 28, 2024 11:57 AM