Maksud Rahman

Dr. Maksud Rahman is an Assistant Professor of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering at the University of Houston (2024–present). Previously, he held roles at Rice University as Assistant Research Professor (2021–2024) and Postdoctoral Research Associate (2018–2021). His research focuses on Additive Manufacturing, Multifunctional Nanocomposites, Bio-inspired Design, and Sustainability. Key achievements include the Hershel M. Rich Invention Award (2020) and Create the Future Design Contest win (2021).

Education:

• Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, Cornell University (2016)
• M.S., Mechanical Engineering, Tuskegee University (2012)
• B.S., Mechanical Engineering, Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (2005)

Research Highlights: Dr. Rahman’s work spans advanced materials development, including 3D-printed ceramics, bio-inspired composites, and sustainable asphaltene-derived carbon fibers. His team innovates in food preservation (e.g., egg coatings) and eco-friendly cement additives.

Awards:

• Rice Business Plan Competition Semifinalist (2022)
• Create the Future Design Contest Winner (2021)
• Hershel M. Rich Invention Award (2020)
• Climate Reality Project Leadership (2017)

Grants & Advising: His projects are funded by initiatives like the Winrock Safe Aqua Farming Program. While no specific advisee names are listed, his research teams collaborate on NSF- and industry-backed studies. He has pioneered labs focused on additive manufacturing and biomaterials.