Inside millions of stomachs around the country are tiny corkscrew-shaped bacteria called Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori). More than 13% of Americans carry this unwelcome guest, which can cause serious health issues, including painful ulcers and stomach cancer.

FAMU-FSU College of Engineering researchers are leading a National Science Foundation-funded study examining how H. pylori navigate through the thick, gel-like mucus found in human stomachs—research that could help develop methods to block the microorganisms and prevent the diseases they cause.

Five FAMU-FSU College of Engineering professors will be honored by the Academy of Science, Engineering and Medicine of Florida (ASEMFL) for their groundbreaking contributions to engineering research and innovation.

The November 2025 induction ceremony at the ASEMFL Annual Meeting will recognize these faculty members’ achievements across materials science, power electronics, plasma engineering and advanced manufacturing. All five inductees have also earned membership in the National Academy of Inventors (NAI), underscoring their impact on transformative research.

Two postdoctoral scholars from the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering swept the top prizes at Florida State University’s 13th annual National Postdoctoral Appreciation Week research competition, showcasing breakthrough work in aerospace engineering and biomedical applications.

Breakthrough bioreactor technology could make experimental age-related disease treatments more affordable and accessible

Researchers at the joint FAMU-FSU College of Engineering are pioneering a groundbreaking method to mass-produce tiny healing particles derived from lab-grown blood vessel tissues. This innovation could revolutionize experimental therapies for age-related diseases, making them more affordable and accessible to patients worldwide.

Researchers at the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering are developing advanced polymers for next-generation materials that can be manufactured into new structures and devices

Scientists develop innovative fibronectin-targeting therapy using advanced hydrogel technology

Every year, millions of people suffer from the relentless ache of low back pain, with degenerative disc disease robbing them of life’s simple joys. But hope is on the horizon. 

A dynamic team of researchers from the joint FAMU-FSU College of Engineering is diving deep into the complexities of this condition, working on groundbreaking solutions that could transform the lives of countless individuals.