Category: Technology
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Richard Pak, Clemson – Technological Trust
Can you put too much trust in technology? Richard Pak, a psychologist at Clemson University, is looking into when relying on computers has unintended consequences. Richard Pak is human factors psychologist at Clemson University. His research examines the relationship between humans and automated technologies such as medical devices, fitness trackers, and in the future self-driving cars.…
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James Coyle, Miami University – Advertising in the Social Media Age
Sharing drives social media. Today on the Academic Minute, James Coyle, a associate professor of marketing and interactive media studies at Miami University, explains how advertisers can benefit the most from this important activity. James Coyle received his PhD (1997) in Journalism (Advertising Studies) from the University of Missouri-Columbia. He holds a joint appointment in the…
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Mega Subramaniam, UMaryland – HackHealth
Digital literacy is vitally important in today’s world of technology. Mega Subramaniam, a professor at the University of Maryland, is pioneering new mythologies aimed at increasing digital literacy. Mega Subramaniam is currently an Associate Professor at the iSchool – College of Information Studies at the University of Maryland, College Park, MD. She is the Associate Director…
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Valerio Scarani, National University of Singapore – Quantum Randomness
Quantum physics deals with some fascinatingly abstract concepts. Valerio Scarani, Professor in the Department of Physics and Principal Investigator at the Centre for Quantum Technologies, National University of Singapore, delves into his complex research. Dr Valerio Scarani is an expert in theoretical quantum physics, doing research that spans from abstract topics in quantum correlations to assessment…
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Michael Spring, PITT – Standardization
You might not realize the exceptionally vital role standardization plays in our daily lives. Michael Spring, a professor at the University of Pittsburgh, discusses the importance of standardization. Michael Spring is an Associate Professor in the School of Information Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh. His research involves the application of technology to the workplace…
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Gillian Ryan, Kettering University – Electric Blanket Tech
Engineering innovations are going to keep babies warm – thus saving their young lives. Dr. Gillian Ryan, a Kettering University assistant professor of physics, is developing technology improvements for a startup that makes non-electric incubating blankets to help fight infant mortality in the developing world/areas without access to electricity Gillian Ryan is an assistant professor…
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Neel Smith, Holy Cross – Digital Research
Everything is going digital! Neel Smith, professor of classics at College of the Holy Cross, discusses his work studying classical material using modern methods. Neel Smith is an associate professor of classics at the College of the Holy Cross where he teaches a wide range of courses in ancient languages, archaeology and ancient science. For…
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Diane Peters, Kettering University – Self-Driving Cars
Self-driving cars are almost a reality. Diane Peters, a mechanical engineer at Kettering University, is working towards autonomously piloted vehicles. Dr. Diane Peters is an assistant professor of Mechanical Engineering. She has a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan, with expertise in combined design and control of mechatronic systems. Dr. Peters joined Kettering…
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Lior Shamir, Lawrence Technological University – Artificial Creativity
Do you know The Beatles as well as a computer does? Lior Shamir, a professor of computer science at Lawrence Technological University, is working to improve the creative intelligence of computers. Lior Shamir is an associate professor of computer science at Lawrence Technological University in Southfield, Michigan. He received his bachelor’s degree in computer science…
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Kentaro Toyama, University of Michigan – Equality of Technology
Technology is a good thing for everyone, right? Kentaro Toyama, professor of community information at University of Michigan, profiles the equality of benefits technology offers. Kentaro Toyama is W.K. Kellogg Associate Professor of Community Information at the University of Michigan School of Information and a fellow of the Dalai Lama Center for Ethics and Transformative…