News
Dec 10, 2025
Koutsonikolas Elevated to ACM Distinguished Member
ECE Associate Professor Dimitrios Koutsonikolas was recognized as a Distinguished Member of the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) for his contributions to improving the performance of millimeter wave networks.
Dec 10, 2025
Advancing Skills in Pharmaceutical Engineering
Aniketh Tathachar, MS’25, pharmaceutical engineering, became highly interested in the pharmaceutical industry after completing his first internship. Through Northeastern’s pharmaceutical engineering master’s program, Tathachar has expanded his knowledge of the industry and developed the skills necessary for a successful career.
Dec 09, 2025
Advancing Machine Learning Research at Northeastern
Max Torop, PhD’27, electrical engineering, pursued his PhD to further his knowledge of machine learning. Since 2020, Torop has been conducting research at the Machine Learning Lab, seeking solutions for improving large language models and machine learning to enhance the future of these technologies.
Dec 08, 2025
Improving Manufacturing with Innovative AI Solutions
Ajith Srikanth, MS’26, advanced & intelligent manufacturing, at his co-op with Van Dyk Recycling Solutions, worked on developing and designing innovative AI solutions to improve the manufacturing process.
Dec 08, 2025
Adaptive Splint Designed for Individuals with Autism
ECE Associate Professor Kris Dorsey is the principal researcher on a project working to develop an adaptive splint for autistic individuals to prevent them from self-injurious behaviors.
Dec 04, 2025
Fei and Kirda Elevated to IEEE Fellows
ECE Professor Yunsi Fei and Khoury/ECE Professor Engin Kirda were elevated to IEEE Fellows. Fei was recognized for contributions in side-channel analysis, protection of computing accelerators, and robust security evaluation, and Kirda was recognized for contributions to improving the security of computer software, systems, and networks.
Dec 04, 2025
Loth Receives ASME Savio L-Y. Woo Translational Biomechanics Medal
MIE/BioE Professor Francis Loth received the 2026 ASME Savio L-Y. Woo Translational Biomechanics Medal, which recognizes an individual who has translated meritorious bioengineering science to clinical practice through research, education, professional development, and with service to the bioengineering community.
Dec 04, 2025
Patent for Adapter Enables Use of Open RAN Technologies on Legacy RAN Systems
ECE Associate Research Professor Salvatore D’Oro, Associate Research Scientist Leonardo Bonati, Assistant Research Professor Michele Polese, and William Lincoln Smith Professor Tommaso Melodia were awarded a patent for “Open RAN adapter for use of open RAN technologies on legacy RAN systems.”