Texas A&M University proudly announces Dr. Aleksei Zheltikov and Dr. Elaine Oran as 2025 University Distinguished Professors—the highest faculty honor recognizing transformative contributions to their fields.
⚡ Dr. Aleksei Zheltikov, a leader in ultrafast optics and biophotonics, has advanced laser-plasma interactions and fiber-optic technologies for brain imaging. His pioneering work in nonlinear optics and quantum science has set new standards for applications ranging from high-field physics to medical diagnostics.
🔬 Dr. Elaine Oran, a pioneer in reactive flows, turbulence, and high-performance computing, holds a joint faculty appointment in the Department of Physics & Astronomy alongside her role in the Department of Aerospace Engineering. Her groundbreaking research has revolutionized our understanding of combustion, shock interactions, and numerical modeling.
Their remarkable achievements exemplify Texas A&M’s commitment to research, teaching, and innovation. Congratulations!
The original article "The University Distinguished Professors" was posted on the Texas A&M Faculty Affairs website.