Feature Story

ScholarGPS Names FSEC/UCF Researcher Muradov as Highly Ranked Scholar

Sherri Shields Awards, Feature Story, Press Release, Uncategorized 0 Comment

Nazim Muradov Ranked in Top 0.05% of All Scholars Worldwide

By Sherri Shields

Nazim Muradov, PhD, standing next to reactor in laboratory.ScholarGPS celebrates Highly Ranked Scholars™ for their exceptional performance in various fields, disciplines, and specialties. ScholarGPS named University of Central Florida and FSEC® researcher, Nazim Muradov, PhD, a 2024 Highly Ranked Scholar. This honor places him in the top 0.05% of all scholars worldwide.

Muradov’s prolific publication record, the significant impact of his work, and the outstanding quality of his scholarly contributions resulted in this high ranking.

Based on his accomplishments over his lifetime, Muradov ranks in the following categories:

#5 Fossil fuel; #21 Hydrogen fuel; #658 Energy. Muradov is internationally recognized for his research in hydrogen, and holds more than 40 patents.

“I am greatly honored to have earned the title of Highly Ranked Scholar,” says Muradov. “I consider it a testament to the high appreciation of the scientific merit and high quality of the research work conducted at FSEC over the years, particularly in the field of hydrogen energy and technology.” Read more

Fuel the Future of Energy Education on UCF Day of Giving, April 10, 2025

Sherri Shields Feature Story 0 Comment

UCF Day of Giving April 10, 2025. Fuel the Future. ON APRIL 10TH, 2025 SUPPORT FSEC's RENEWABLE ENERGY WORKFORCE OF TOMORROW

On April 10, 2025, you’ll have the opportunity to help Fuel the Future of Energy Education. Contributing to the FSEC-specific fund on the UCF Day of Giving website will help support our renewable energy workforce of tomorrow. We’ve already received one commitment of $50,000. Any contribution will help made a difference. On Thursday, April 10, 2025, visit here to make a difference in energy education. Want to make a large commitment before April, 10th? Contact Garrett Preisser.

FSEC Remembers Former President Jimmy Carter

Sherri Shields Buildings Research, Energy News, Feature Story 0 Comment

By Janet McIlvaine and Sherri Shields.

Former President Jimmy Carter hammering a nail into frame of new construction home.
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and more than 6,000 volunteers work together in Houston, Texas during a June 1998 Jimmy Carter Work Project to “blitz build” 100 ENERGYSTAR® houses. Photo: Houston Chronicle

As the nation pays tribute to the late and former President Jimmy Carter, FSEC remembers him especially for his advocacy for energy efficiency and affordable housing. From establishing the U.S. Department of Energy, and installing the first solar panels on the White House, to building houses with Habitat for Humanity, President Carter’s solar and humanitarian legacy lives on.

The hand prints of Jimmy and Rosalyn Carter are on Habitat for Humanity homes around the world. They were there, diligently working alongside 104,000 volunteers to build 4,390 homes in 14 countries during their more than 35-year partnership with Habitat for Humanity International.

While this year also marks the Florida Solar Energy Center’s 50th anniversary, we reflect on FSEC’s contributions. Funded by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Building America program, FSEC focused on making “affordable housing” truly more affordable by incorporating energy-efficiency in the design process.

FSEC provided technical assistance, energy design, volunteer training, and on-site implementation leadership at six Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work Projects from 1997-2007, resulting in 236 high-performance and ENERGY STAR®-certified homes in Michigan, Alabama, Georgia, New York, California, Kentucky, Louisiana and Texas. Read more

Space Coast Community Honors Brevard County Exemplary Science Teachers

Sherri Shields Awards, Feature Story, K-12 Education, Press Release 0 Comment

Each year, the Space Coast Science Education Alliance (SCSEA) honors the top science teachers in Brevard County. The Exemplary Science Teacher Award is given in recognition of teachers who go above and beyond to foster a love of learning and develop science literacy among their students. This year, four teachers received the distinguished award.

“It is a true honor to celebrate four of the most dedicated and talented science teachers in Brevard County,” says Kevin Smith, president, SCSEA. “We are grateful for their contributions and the opportunity to recognize their hard work.”

The 2024 Exemplary Science Teacher Award winners are:

  •  Elizabeth Youngs, Viera High School
  • Nicole Nelson, South Lake Elementary School
  • Alexandria Wicker, DeLaura Middle School
  • Kayla Wildenthaler, Mila Elementary School
Photo of award winners holding their gifts in front of sign.
(Left to right) Alexandria Wicker, DeLaura Middle; Elizabeth Youngs, Viera High (Hall of Fame Inductee); Kayla Wildenthaler, Mila Elementary; Nicole Nelson, South Lake Elementary. Photo credit: Sherri Shields

Read more