About
Gary Halada is an Associate Professor and Undergraduate Program Director in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at Stony Brook University. He holds a Ph.D. in Materials Science (1993) and B.S. in Physics (1985) from SUNY Stony Brook. His research focuses on nanotechnology, additive manufacturing, corrosion science, and sustainable materials. He leads initiatives in STEM education, including curricula on engineering disasters and diversity-focused programs. Halada directs the Additive Manufacturing Materials, Prototyping and Applications Center (AMPAC) and collaborates with industry/government consortia. His honors include the SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Teaching (2012) and National Academy of Engineering Frontiers in Engineering Education recognition (2015).
Research Interests: Corrosion mechanisms at nanoscale, 3D printed materials characterization, eco-friendly protective coatings, and educational strategies for engineering ethics and sustainability. His work bridges advanced materials development with pedagogical innovation, emphasizing experiential learning and interdisciplinary problem-solving.
Awards:
- Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching (2012)
- SENCEr Leadership Fellowship (2012-2013)
- Golden Key International Honor Society (2006)
- Multiple grants for diversity initiatives and educational innovation
Education & Advising: Developed undergraduate research programs in nanotechnology and sustainable energy. Advised over 20 years on curricula integrating engineering disasters and science fiction for broader societal impact. Leads teams enhancing K-12 STEM education through partnerships.
Labs/Teams: AMPAC (Additive Manufacturing Materials, Prototyping and Applications Center), collaborations with SUNY Fashion Institute of Technology on textile degradation/recycling projects.
