Zhen Xue Han

Dr. Zhen Xue Han is a Teaching Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA), where he has been a full-time faculty member since 2005. Prior to his current role, he served as Senior Lecturer at UTA (2004–2021) and held academic and research positions at institutions including Pennsylvania State University and Beijing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics. His research focuses on Fluid Mechanics and Aerodynamics.

Dr. Han holds a PhD in Aerospace Engineering (1989) and MS in Aerospace Engineering (1985) from Beijing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, and a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Xian Jiaotong University (1982).

He has received multiple awards for teaching and mentorship, including the 2023–2024 Outstanding Academic Advisor Award and the 2007–2008 ASME Student Chapter Heritage Award. His professional affiliations include the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics since 2000.