Dr. James Hubbard

Professor

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Biography

James Hubbard Jr. is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Texas A&M University, holding the Oscar S. Wyatt, Jr. '45 Chair Professorship and serving as a University Distinguished Professor. He is a recognized leader in the field, being a permanent member of the Hagler Institute for Advanced Study and a member of the National Academy of Engineering. With a robust educational background, James earned his Ph.D., M.S., and B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) between 1977 and 1982. His research interests span various advanced topics in engineering, including smart adaptive structures, control of morphing aircraft and multi-rotor drone systems, and human-robot collaboration. Over the years, he has received numerous accolades, including the ASME Adaptive Structures and Materials Systems Award and multiple fellowships from prestigious organizations like the National Academy of Inventors and the International Society for Optics and Photonics. His work significantly contributes to the advancement of technologies in aerospace and adaptive systems.

Research Interests

Smart Adaptive Structures Real-Time Shape Control Optical Systems Space/Time Filter Design Control Distributed Parameter Systems Morphing Aircraft Multi-Rotor Drone Aircraft Control Autonomous Vehicles Quantum Decision Making Human-Robot Teaming Human-Machine Interface Brain-Computer Interface

Awards

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ASME Adaptive Structures Materials Systems Award

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Fellow, National Academy of Inventors

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Fellow, International Society Optics Photonics

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Member, Texas Academy Medicine, Science Engineering

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Fellow, Hagler Institute Advanced Studies

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Lifetime Member, National Academy Engineers

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SPIE Lifetime Achievement Award

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Fellow, American Society Mechanical Engineers

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Fellow, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics

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Black Engineer Year President’s Award

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vita
  • Statement of Purpose (500-750 words)
  • Writing Sample (up to 10,000 words)
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • GraduateCAS Application
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.