Expert panel explores phosphate mining and its impacts
September 10, 2025
A panel discussion at Florida Polytechnic University on Monday, Sept. 8, examined the history, benefits and future of phosphate mining.
A panel discussion at Florida Polytechnic University on Monday, Sept. 8, examined the history, benefits and future of phosphate mining.
Payton Barnwell ’19 has dedicated her successful high-tech career to creating meaningful impact through innovation. She helped optimize space station crops as a NASA intern, worked in mission control at Virgin Galactic, and led geospatial product development at SkyFi, creating easy-to-use tools from complex data and imagery. Now, the Florida Polytechnic University alumna has embarked on a new adventure. Barnwell
Fueled by a new National Science Foundation (NSF) grant, innovative research at Florida Polytechnic University aims to redefine the way professors approach engineering design education. Dr. Elisabeth Kames, assistant professor of mechanical engineering, received a $200,000 grant to study how students cognitively engage with engineering design challenges. The research will employ neurocognitive tools such as electroencephalography (EEG), as well as
Undergraduate discovery sparks nationwide scientific attention Florida Polytechnic University senior Anthony Fiorito has captured national attention in the scientific community with groundbreaking research revealing that peacock feathers can emit precise laser light. Fiorito, an engineering physics major, is the first author of a study that has been spotlighted by leading publications including Science, Ars Technica, Interesting Engineering and MSN. The
Connection, communication and advocacy are Colby Manrodt’s top goals as the new president of Florida Polytechnic University’s Student Government Association. “I think our University is in a period of transitioning and going through a lot of change, so we are going to focus this year on bringing better forms of communication to our student body,” said Manrodt, a senior majoring
Florida Polytechnic University welcomed the new academic year on Monday, Aug. 18 with a record-breaking total enrollment of more than 1,900 students, marking a more than 10% increase over last year’s historic enrollment and the second consecutive year of growth. “This remarkable enrollment underscores the growing recognition of Florida Poly’s value in preparing students for high-demand STEM careers,” said Dr.
Accusoft, a Florida Poly industry partner, knows how to reach and build relationships with talented STEM students keen on a career in high technology. Accusoft, which designs and builds products and tools for developers, has organized an all-day virtual DeathMatch, which will take place on campus March 27. The event will challenge the programming skills of students using its products.
Engineering and vehicle design were the topics as representatives from Mazda met with Florida high school and Florida Poly students. Mazda launched its “Racing Accelerates Creative Education,” or R.A.C.E. program, as an interactive learning forum designed to motivate and engage the next generation of STEM superstars. Special guests included John Doonan, Director, Mazda Motorsports, and race car driver Joel Miller,
Dr. Svetlana Tyutina is an Assistant Professor and Academic Success Advisor at Florida Poly. She also leads the POLYglot Initiative, a collective of informal language groups whose mission is to help students learn foreign languages and enhance their understanding of the multicultural society people live and work in today. Arabic, Chinese, French, Spanish, Russian and ASL (American Sign Language) are
LAKELAND, Fla. – Florida Polytechnic University President Dr. Randy K. Avent will be a featured speaker next week at the annual Data4Decisions Conference and Exposition in Raleigh, North Carolina. The event brings together decision makers, IT leaders and data science professionals to discuss emerging issues and solutions in the knowledge-based economy. Dr. Avent will be among the panelists at the
LAKELAND, Fla. (March 19, 2015) – The Board of Governors of the State University System of Florida has approved Florida Polytechnic University’s 2016 Housing Plan. The University will enter into a lease and operating agreement with Jacksonville-based Vestcor Communities, Inc. to build and operate a new 543-bed student housing facility on campus. This will be Florida Poly’s second on-campus residence
What is the future of machine intelligence? Has a human-like robot been developed already? These were among the questions posed when Florida Polytechnic University recently hosted #BOTTalks, the first of three Google+ Hangouts, which featured a panel of technology leaders. Dr. Kristy Hollingshead, a research scientist from the Florida Institute for Human & Machine Cognition, discussed the future of machine
Let’s talk about big data, supercomputers and advanced technology programs at Florida Polytechnic University. You can join the discussion on Wednesday, March 18, without leaving home or your favorite (wired) coffee shop. That’s because Florida Polytechnic University is hosting the University’s second Google+ Hangout this year, #TECHTalks, starting at 7:30 p.m. The free virtual event is part of a three-part
On Feb. 24, 2015, Florida Polytechnic University hosted #BOTTalks Google Hangout on the future of robotics andmachine intelligence. View the entire hangout and join us for the next event: #TechTalks!. Below are our Top 5 clips from the virtual discussion on robotics and machine intelligence. 1. Florida Poly and a STEM Education 2. Choosing the Florida Poly Mascot: Any Favorites?
Many people, especially students often wonder, “How much do electrical engineers make?” There are a few items to consider when answering this question. It’s common for many industries to experience wage stagnation as overseas competition and a surplus of workers keep wages down. But the salaries for electrical engineers are growing, along with the number of jobs. This is a
When it comes to electrical engineering fields, there are many questions on the future of electrical engineering. Electrical engineering fields involve control systems, digital systems, electrodynamics, magnetics and semiconductors. For students entering or interested in electrical engineering fields, it is helpful to gain an understanding of the field, as well as the predicted industry trends. To help further educate current
Florida Polytechnic University recently hosted #BOTTalks, a Google+ Hangout for current and prospective students that provided participants the opportunity to learn about robotics engineering and the future of machine intelligence as well as other high-tech topics with a Florida Poly professor and robotics expert. Crystal Lauderdale, Florida Poly’s Director of Marketing and Communications, moderated the virtual forum, which featured a
Many students pursue a big data analytics career as the demand by employers for data analysts rises. In this field of study, students gain knowledge of insight into the discipline of data sets of extreme size, diversity and complexity to fully prepare them for a big data career path. Florida Polytechnic University offers a program designed to prepare tomorrow’s leaders
