Dear colleagues,
I am delighted to share with you the incredible talent of our students, faculty and staff here in The University of Tulsa’s College of Engineering and Computer Science. Our research, principles and curricula are evident in our recent achievements.
We are pleased to announce that Weiping Pei, Ph.D., assistant professor of cyber studies, has been awarded two National Science Foundation (NSF) grants, including the prestigious CAREER Award, for her two projects: “Improving Work Quality and Worker Safety in AI-Supported Crowd Work” and “Security, Privacy, and Trust in Cyberspace (SaTC) 2.0 RES: Understanding and Detecting Online Scams from Generative AI.” These projects will create safer AI-based systems, bridge the gap between human-AI relationships and innovate cybersecurity research.
Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering Mohammad Khajenejad, Ph.D., secured an NSF grant for his project titled “Combining Guaranteed Privacy and Resiliency in Dynamic Cyber-Physical Systems.” His project aims to develop cyber-physical systems that can autonomously protect themselves from cyberattacks without disrupting normal operations. His research will implement infrastructure protection, contributing new tools and algorithms across the globe.
Additionally, Siamack Shirazi, Ph.D., professor of mechanical engineering, has been recognized with the 2025 International Award by the Society of Petroleum Engineers for his groundbreaking research on erosion and corrosion control in oil and gas pipelines. Shirazi has been a part of the college for 35 years, cementing his legacy in research, innovation and mentorship amongst our alumni, students and faculty.
While making strides in research, the College of Engineering and Computer Science continues to grow, educate and support its faculty and students. We look forward to continue seeing the transformative impact we are making in both research and our community.
Warm regards,
Andreas A. Polycarpou
James Sorem Inaugural Dean