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CenTiRe Congratulates Dr. Rakesh Kapania on His Appointment as Editor-in-Chief of AIAA’s Journal of Aircraft
CenTiRe proudly congratulates Dr. Rakesh Kapania, Norris and Wendy Mitchell Professor at Virginia Tech, on his appointment as Editor-in-Chief of AIAA’s prestigious Journal of Aircraft beginning January 2026. His selection reflects decades of groundbreaking leadership in aerospace engineering and continued impact on the global research community.
CenTiRe to Exhibit at the 2026 Tire Technology Expo
CenTiRe will exhibit at the 2026 Tire Technology Expo in Hannover, Germany, showcasing how its industry-driven research advances innovation in tire materials, durability, sustainability, and performance. Visit Booth 8104 to learn about current programs, explore collaboration opportunities, and connect with the CenTiRe team.
CenTiRe Honors Eric Pierce of Smithers as the 2025 Industry Mentor of the Year
CenTiRe has named Eric Pierce of Smithers as the 2025 Industry Mentor of the Year, recognizing his outstanding technical guidance, collaboration, and impact across multiple research teams. His leadership, real-world expertise, and exceptional project support set a high standard for industry engagement within the center.
CenTiRe continues to seek and welcome new industry and government agency members to join with our existing members in its mission to conduct leading-edge, pre-competitive research. Membership is a cost-effective.…
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Greg Bunting Dr. Saied Taheri Dr. Jae-Won Choi
If you are interested in visiting CenTiRe at Virginia Tech, please contact Greg Bunting or Dr. Saied Taheri.
If you are interested in visting CenTiRe at the University of Akron, please contact Dr. Jae-Won Choi.
