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What if seawalls could do more than just protect coastlines? 🌊🌱@fiucarta and @fiuenvironment researchers are testing innovative textured seawall tiles designed to both reduce wave impact and create habitats for marine organisms along urban shorelines. The BIOCAP system uses 3D-printed modular tiles with grooves, pockets, and textured surfaces that mimic natural coastal environments. Developed by FIU architects and marine biologists at @rdflabfiu, the project aims to improve biodiversity, enhance water quality, and strengthen coastal resilience as communities face rising sea levels and stronger storms. We’re also proud to have a sample of the innovative seawall displayed here at the FIU DC office.Funded by the @nsfgov and the @epagov , this research highlights how innovative infrastructure can help protect both communities and ecosystems for future generations. #Infrastructureweek #Innovation #FIU #marinebiologist by @rdflabfiu

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RDF Lab and the Institute of Environment hosted a 2nd and 3rd fieldtrip, welcoming high schoolers for a Living Shorelines experience. Focusing on 3D printing, 3D modeling, and future-ready design skills.Doctoral candidate Jose Tashakori introduced students to basic principles of 3D modeling and 3D printing, engaged in Q&A’s before exploring EcoShores, an RDF Lab developed WebApp that allows students to customize ecological seawall tiles and 3D print them.During this hands-on exercise, students connected digital fabrication with coastal resilience, design thinking, and environmental innovation.Team (A-Z):Ata Bayraktar, Biayna Bogosian, Giselle Rivero, Jose Tashakori, Khadeine Ali, Ryan Montero, Shahin Vassigh, Sheila Vasco@fiu_carta_dean#cartacreativeforcesatwork@fiuenvironment#fiuenvironment@noaa by @rdflabfiu

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Excited to announce that Luis Gabriel Orozco (@lgopinstagram) and Leonardo Nuevo-Arenas (@nuarle) have joined the Strategic Advisory Board of the Robotics and Digital Fabrication Lab at Florida International University.The RDF Lab is advancing research at the intersection of robotics, AI, digital fabrication, environmental systems, and the built environment. We're honored to contribute alongside an exceptional group of industry and academic leaders helping bridge the gap between research and real-world implementation.Looking forward to the conversations, collaborations, and innovations ahead.#FIU #RDFLab #Robotics #DigitalFabrication #ComputationalDesign #Innovation #Architecture #AdvancedManufacturing by @rdflabfiu

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Eager to see how these modular coastal tiles perform over time and how marine life begins to interact with them. Hoping they can help create new habitats, support oyster growth, and bring more life back to urban shorelines. Location Morningside Park @cityofmiami.#BIOCAP #Ecoblox,#fiuenvironment, #epagrant #coastalresilience. Picture credit: @anthsleiman by @rdflabfiu

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RDF Lab and the Institute of Environment welcomed high school seniors for a Living Shorelines Field Trip focused on 3D printing, 3D modeling, and future-ready design skills.Students were introduced to basic principles of 3D modeling and 3D printing, engaged in Q&A’s before exploring EcoShores, an RDF Lab developed WebApp that allows students to customize ecological seawall tiles and prepare them for 3D printing.Through this hands-on exercise, students connected digital fabrication with coastal resilience, design thinking, and environmental innovation.Team: Ata Bayraktar, Biayna Bogosian, Jose Tashakori, Khadeine Ali, Ryan Montero, Shahin Vassigh, Sheila Vasco@fiu_carta_dean #cartacreativeforcesatwork @fiuenvironment #fiuenvironment @noaa by @rdflabfiu

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On Earth Day at FIU’s Frost Art Museum, Prof. Shahin Vassigh presented the Living Shorelines project to middle and high school students. The session concluded with hands-on activities with institute of Environment, a walk through the fabrication van and a showcase of the RDF Lab’s habitat tiles.Thanks to Miriam Machado, Director Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum for the invitation.RDF Team (A-Z):Alexander Moore, Ata Bayraktar, Bhavleen Kaur, Biayna Bogosian, Giancarlo Perez, Giselle Rivero, Jesus Perez, Jose Tashakori, Julen Asencor, Julio Aparicio, Khadeine Ali, Ryan Montero, Sara Pezeshk, Shahin Vassigh, Sheila Vasco, Sujay Kumarji@fiu_carta_dean#CARTACreativeForcesAtWork@fiuenvironment #fiuenvironment by @rdflabfiu

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RDF Research Lead and visiting Prof. @bhavleen_narula89 conducted a 2-day Clay 3D Printing Workshop with students and faculty from FIU’s Art Department. The workshop focused on material-driven methods for robotically fabricated clay artifacts. This marks the beginning of what we hope will be many future collaborations with @fiuart Congratulations to all participants for their thoughtful and exciting outcomes. Special thanks to Art dept. Chair Tori Arpad-Cotta and Prof. Shahin Vassigh for initiating this collaboration.Participants: Joseph Canizales, Sage Lever-Russell, Melissa Olivera, Mario ValdesRDF Team (A-Z): Alexander Moore, Julen Asencor, Julio Aparicio, Sheila Vasco, Sujay Kumarji by @rdflabfiu

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March ‘26At the opening of FIU’s Coastal Conservation Research Lab (CCRL), hosted by the Institute of Environment, the RDF Lab had the opportunity to share our work with Congresswoman Frederica Wilson.Congresswoman Wilson has been a strong supporter of our living shorelines research, and being able to present our progress directly to her was both meaningful and motivating.RDF Team (A-Z):Alexander Moore, Ata Bayraktar, Bhavleen Kaur, Biayna Bogosian, Giancarlo Perez, Giselle Rivero, Jesus Perez, Jose Tashakori, Julen Asencor, Julio Aparicio, Khadeine Ali, Ryan Montero, Sara Pezeshk, Shahin Vassigh, Sheila Vasco, Sujay Kumarji@fiu_carta_dean#CARTACreativeForcesAtWork@fiuenvironment #fiuenvironment by @rdflabfiu

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On February 19-20, FIU brought together leaders from academia, government, and industry to address the evolving challenges of higher education as part of Horizon Summit 2026 hosted at Perez Art Museum Miami (PAMM)At the Summit, we presented our collaborative work with the Institute of Environment (IOE) on robotically 3D-printed living shorelines project focused on coastal resilience.RDF Team (A-Z):Alexander Moore, Ata Bayraktar, Bhavleen Kaur, Biayna Bogosian, Giancarlo Perez, Giselle Rivero, Jesus Perez, Jose Tashakori, Julen Asencor, Julio Aparicio, Khadeine Ali, Ryan Montero, Sara Pezeshk, Shahin Vassigh, Sheila Vasco, Sujay Kumarji@fiu_carta_dean #cartacreativeforcesatwork by @rdflabfiu

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Living Shorelines in action! Last week we hosted an all day Living Shorelines Professional Development workshop bringing educators together to explore coastal ecosystems resilience and innovative solutions for protecting our shorelines. From hands on learning and discussion to time in FIU’s Robotics and Digital Fabrication Lab (School of Architecture) participants explored how science technology and nature based solutions can shape more resilient coasts and classrooms. We are grateful to our FIU experts and partners for making this immersive learning experience possible and for empowering educators to bring living shorelines concepts back to their students. by @rdflabfiu

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Micro Credential Course (Spring 2026): Fundamentals of Industrial Robotic Arms Fridays, Jan. 23 – Mar. 6, 2026 (10am – 5pm) This course covers the fundamentals of robotic arm operations, including robot anatomy, key safety protocols, robotic motion, and path planning in an AI-driven VR learning environment. Within this immersive environment, you will engage in game-based tasks, tackle specific learning challenges, and interact with multimedia lessons. This self-paced 6-week course is designed to provide you with an understanding of robotic arm technology, emphasize safety for real-world applications, and provide hands-on experience in programming robot tasks. Instructor: Bhavleen Kaur @bhavleen_narula89 Open to FIU students only. For further details, check the link in bio. #fiu #fiuarchitecture #fiucarta #fiusoa by @rdflabfiu

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The Department of Architecture proudly celebrates the Fall 2025 cohort of Doctor of Design (DDes) graduates! 🎓✨This remarkable group of scholar-practitioners officially crossed the stage at FIU’s Commencement Ceremony, marking the culmination of years of rigorous research, critical inquiry, and design innovation.From advanced technologies and computational design to environmental systems and emerging frameworks for the built environment, their work pushes boundaries and demonstrates the real-world impact of design research. We are proud to recognize their achievements and excited to see how their ideas will continue to shape the profession and communities around the world.Congratulations, DDes Class of Fall 2025 — your journey is just beginning. @fiucarta @fiu_carta_dean #CARTACreativeForcesAtWork #FIURDFLab #FIUDDES #CARTALeads by @rdflabfiu

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