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Award-Winning Computer Engineer Discusses Research at 'Outstanding Professor Lecture' April 19, 2021 Share This: Professor Kiran George is developing a robotic arm to improve the quality of life for people with disabilities. Cal State Fullerton’s 2020 Outstanding Professor Kiran George’s research in assistive technology knows no limits — from developing a mind-controlled wheelchair to a voice-controlled robotic arm to help visually impaired veterans perform simple tasks. Kiran George George, program coordinator and professor of computer engineering who specializes in the field ...

April 15, 2021 Share This: Cal State Fullerton celebrated its 2021 University Awards Program with a virtual ceremony featuring fun videos, jeopardy quizzes, scratch-off ticket prizes and sincere appreciation. Hosted by President Fram Virjee and David Forgues, vice president for human resources, diversity and inclusion, faculty and staff members were thanked for their service to Cal State Fullerton. “While only a handful of faculty and staff will be recognized with awards today, all of us deserve this moment to revel in our collaborative success,” said Virjee. “I especially want t...

April 8, 2021 María Soledad Ramírez, right, associate professor of biological science, in her campus lab. For infectious disease researcher María Soledad Ramírez, her ultimate goal is to contribute to the fight against drug resistance. A native of Buenos Aires with experience in molecular microbiology and clinical research, Ramírez came to Cal State Fullerton in fall 2014. Since, she has established an active and groundbreaking antibiotic-resistance research program that involves undergraduate and graduate students at every step.  With antibiotic-resistant bacteria causing millions of ...

April 8, 2021 William "Bill" Hoese, professor of biological science For alumna Loralee Larios, Cal State Fullerton biological science professor William “Bill” Hoese’s mentorship and dedication to teaching and research drives students like her to succeed in science. “Dr. Hoese consistently inspires eager minds to pursue careers in environmental biology, fosters their scientific development both in and outside the lab and classroom, and mentors them throughout the development of their careers. He has become a lifelong mentor, colleague and friend,” said Larios, who earned a doctorat...

April 1, 2021 Share This: As Americans become more aware of systemic racism and oppression against members of the Asian Pacific Islander (API) community, Cal State Fullerton is challenging its faculty, staff and students to “take the pledge” of solidarity with the API community.  In a letter on the Titans Together website, President Fram Virjee states, “Titan Family, now more than ever, it is time to take a stand and embrace the responsibility that comes with being home to the third-largest API population in the nation at a time when the very people who are the manifestation of ...