Alexandru Vilsan is the recipient of the 2024-25 ASME Virginia Tech Memorial Scholarship, established to support graduate students attending Virginia Tech who exhibit the potential to contribute to the mechanical engineering profession.

Vilsan is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in the Mechanical Engineering, concentrating his studies in the area of Automotive Engineering and Vehicle Dynamics. He works in the lab of Corina Sandu, analyzing the sensing capabilities of passenger car tires. Ultimately, his research aims are to contribute innovative solutions to improve the overall performance and safety of automotive systems.