Since joining Western Engineering in 1982, Floryan has served as Associate Dean (Academic) from 1996 – 2001, and Department Chair of Mechanical and Materials Engineering from April 30, 2005 – present.

His life-time contributions to fluid mechanics are at the highest possible rank. He is a well-known expert in his field, receiving worldwide recognition in the form of various awards, fellowships and visiting professorships. These awards have come from three continents and a number of countries, including Europe (France, Germany), North America (USA, Canada) and Asia (Japan).

Since joining Western Engineering in 1982, Floryan has served as Associate Dean (Academic) from 1996 – 2001, and Department Chair of Mechanical and Materials Engineering from April 30, 2005 – present.

His life-time contributions to fluid mechanics are at the highest possible rank. He is a well-known expert in his field, receiving worldwide recognition in the form of various awards, fellowships and visiting professorships. These awards have come from three continents and a number of countries, including Europe (France, Germany), North America (USA, Canada) and Asia (Japan).

The senior awards of EIC are the highest distinctions made by the Institute and are awarded to members of its technical societies. Floryan will be recognized at the 2010 Awards Gala in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the engineering profession.

EIC President Marc Rosen will present the recipients at the Institute’s Annual Awards Banquet at the Westin Hotel in Ottawa on Saturday evening, 27 February 2010, an event that helps mark Canada’s Engineering Week.