Subith Vasu

At the Center for Advanced Turbomachinery and Energy Research (CATER), the mission is simple: CATER to the energy needs of society. For 20 years, researchers affiliated with the center have worked on groundbreaking projects in power generation, space propulsion and aviation that have pushed the boundaries of what’s possible in power generation, air travel and […]

A global institution with a long history of promoting developments in aerospace and aviation has honored an internationally acclaimed faculty member for his impactful research in propulsion, laser diagnostics, power generation, transportation and space air quality monitoring. The Royal Aeronautical Society has recognized UCF Aerospace Engineering Professor Subith Vasu as a fellow. Founded in 1866, […]

In the future, people won’t hail traditional taxicabs to the airport — they’ll hop in air taxis that can fly them from remote locations to major airports in a matter of minutes. For passengers, this mode of transportation will save time and add ease to the stressful process of traveling. But for residents of communities […]

Three UCF mechanical and aerospace engineering students have been awarded the 2025 National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate (NDSEG) fellowship, which provides funding and mentorship to students who pursue a doctoral degree in disciplines of military importance. The recipients are: Gabriel Duany ’25 Aaron Guenther ’25 Lucas Pitts ’24 The fellows will work on a […]

UCF has continuously been recognized as a top supplier of graduates to the aerospace and defense industries, and two UCF professors plan to solidify that reputation through a new national consortium. Professors Subith Vasu and Jayanta Kapat are leading a $5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) to […]