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    CNDE hosted its Fall 2025 Industrial Advisory Board (IAB) Meeting on October 28-30

    As usual, CNDE hosted a Pizza with Students event, during which our board members connected with students interested in working in the NDE community after graduation. CNDE researchers presented updates on four research projects that started in August 2025.  Team members for the MAPOD & Grand Challenge project also provided…

    December 22, 2025

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    Dr. Reza Zoughi’s Farwell Message

    This is a bittersweet moment for me to say goodbye to all my friends and colleagues at CNDE and ISU. I came to CNDE in 2019 because I genuinely believed it is a very special place. We just celebrated the 40th anniversary of CNDE, marking 40 years of innovation, research and educational achievements.

    December 18, 2025

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    CNDE Hosted a Retirement Open House for Dr. Reza Zoughi

    CNDE hosted a retirement open house on Wednesday, December 11, 2025, to honor Dr. Reza Zoughi, Director of CNDE. The reception was attended by many of his colleagues from the ECpE Department, CNDE, & the College of Engineering. Dr. Zoughi has served as Director since September 2019 and will retire on December 31, 2025.

    December 18, 2025

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    CNDE Webinar Schedule

    We are excited to announce our 2025 webinar list. Check back for updates as webinars are scheduled. To see the list of webinars click here.

    December 18, 2025

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    Luke Post – Selected Outstanding Senior in Electrical Engineering for Fall 2025

    The Iowa State University College of Engineering is proud to present the fall 2025 outstanding seniors. CNDE student Luke Post was selected as the Department of Electric Engineering recipient.

    December 18, 2025

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    Student Spotlight: Phillip Misterman

    Phillip Misterman is currently pursuing a Ph.D. Degree in Engineering Mechanics at Iowa State University and serves as a graduate research assistant. Read about Phillip and what inspired him to pursue studies in NDE.

    December 15, 2025

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    Researcher Spotlight: Showmic Islam

    Showmic Islam is a Research Scientist for CNDE specializing in Ultrasonic NDE research and development. Read about Showmic Islam and what inspired him to pursue a career at CNDE.

    December 15, 2025

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    Aaron McCarville awarded his M.S. Degree

    Aaron McCarville, a master’s student in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, was awarded his M.S. degree during the December 2025 commencement ceremony. Aaron defended his thesis titled “Modular multistatic (220 -269.5 GHz) millimeter wave 3D imaging system” in November 2025. His thesis was recently published.  Aaron has accepted a…

    December 10, 2025

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    CNDE Celebrates 40th Anniversary

    In October, the Center for Nondestructive Evaluation (CNDE) at Iowa State University (ISU) celebrated its 40th anniversary to commemorate “40 outstanding years of pioneering innovation in NDE research and education, serving the global NDE community and humanity.”

    December 4, 2025

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    CNDE Director Reza Zoughi recieved ASNT’s Robert C. McMaster Gold Medal Award

    Reza Zoughi, CNDE Director, received the 2024 ASNT Robert C. McMaster Gold Medal Award. “The Robert C. McMaster Gold Medal Award recognizes individuals for their outstanding contributions or significant advancements in any area of NDT and/or the Society. This prestigious award celebrates those who have made remarkable…

    July 31, 2025

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    CNDE Researcher Spotlight: Matt Dvorsky

    How long have you been at CNDE or collaborating with CNDE? I’ve been with CNDE for almost 6 years, starting as a Ph.D. student in electrical engineering, and now working as a Research Staff Scientist. Area(s) of expertise: My primary expertise is in microwave/millimeter-wave imaging, materials characterization, and computational…

    July 30, 2025

  • CNDE Student Spotlight: Joseph Spewock

    Name: Joseph Spewock Research areas of interest: Microwave NDE; Microwave Engineering Anticipated graduation date: Fall 2026 Who or what inspired you to pursue your studies in NDE? I had already planned to pursue the NDE minor in conjunction with a bachelor’s in aerospace engineering because the subject sounded interesting to me.

    July 30, 2025

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    ISU’s NDE Minor Experiences Phenomenal Growth

    During the last decade (in particular) there has been an increasing need for engineers and scientists with training, knowledge and background in nondestructive evaluation (NDE). This has been identified as one of the most critical aspects of “NDE workforce development” in the country. The College of Engineering at Iowa State…

    July 24, 2025

  • ASNT Establishes Council of Fellows

    ASNT Establishes Council of Fellows: “The American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) proudly announces the establishment of the ASNT Council of Fellows, following formal approval by the ASNT Board of Directors. This new initiative reinforces ASNT’s commitment to advancing the science and practice of nondestructive testing (NDT) through the collective…

    July 21, 2025

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    CNDE GRA Aaron McCarville received the Sellers Scholarship for 2025

    Aaron McCarville, a CNDE graduate student, was selected to receive the Sellers Scholarship for 2025. This prestigious and competitive award is selected based on the student’s academic achievements and merits.

    April 23, 2025