Authors of the study on wearable technology included, from left, David Saucier, Reuben Burch, Lesley Strawderman and Brian Smith of Mississippi State University. Full Research: Inside IISE Journals Wearable technology is well integrated into most people’s daily lives. Smartwatches, health trackers and even jewelry embedded with sensor technology are used by many people to meet…
STARKVILLE, Miss.—Mississippi State University’s Mohammad Marufuzzaman was recently named the department head of the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering, after serving as interim since 2024. “I am incredibly excited and honored to have the opportunity to lead and grow this wonderful department,” Marufuzzaman said. “I sincerely thank Dr. Ford for appointing me to this position….
STARKVILLE, Miss.—Haifeng Wang, a Mississippi State Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering assistant professor, is a 2025 Mississippi Academy of Sciences Early Career Award winner. The prestigious award recognizes Wang’s contributions to the scientific community through teaching, research and mentorship. He will be formally honored with this award at the annual MAS meeting in Biloxi…
Mississippi State’s John J. Ramirez-Avila, associate professor of civil and environmental engineering and co-graduate coordinator, has been recognized for his dedication to STEM and the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers with the SHPE Outstanding Chapter Advisor Award. This recognition is awarded to SHPE chapter advisors who have demonstrated STEM advocacy, commitment and support to SHPE’s mission…