Tag: technology
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Bas Rokers, NYU Abu Dhabi – Your Brain on Virtual Reality
Virtual reality is here, but does it work for everyone? Bas Rokers, associate professor of psychology at NYU Abu Dhabi, examines the science behind the tech. Bas Rokers is Associate Professor of Psychology and the Director of the Neuroimaging Facility at New York University Abu Dhabi. His work has elucidated the neural mechanisms underlying visual…
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Dawn Gulick, Widener University – Innovating a Safer Way to Compete
On Widener University Week: Even elite athletes have been adversely affected by COVID-19. Dawn Gulick, professor of physical therapy, discusses a tool to help them get back to competing again. Dawn Gulick is a professor of physical therapy at Widener University’s Institute for Physical Therapy Education. Innovating a Safer Way to Compete The COVID-19 pandemic…
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Sanya Carley, Indiana University – Energy Insecurity and the COVID-19 Pandemic
Flip the switch and the light goes on for most of us, but not all. But not for everyone. Sanya Carley, professor at the O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs at Indiana University, looks at energy insecurity. Professor Sanya Carley’s research focuses on policy and other efforts aimed at advancing the innovation of low-carbon…
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Ulises Mejias, SUNY Oswego – Digital Colonialism
On SUNY Oswego Week: Colonialism has taken a different form in the modern world. Ulises Mejias, professor of communication studies, looks at a digital version. Ulises A. Mejias is professor and director of the Institute for Global Engagement at SUNY Oswego. His research interests include critical data studies, philosophy and sociology of technology, and political…
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Robert Edgell, SUNY Polytechnic Institute – Humans and Outer Space
Space holds the future for the human race. Robert Edgell, professor of technology management at SUNY Polytechnic Institute, looks beyond our planet for innovation. Dr. Edgell is currently a Professor of Technology Management and Co-Director of the Joint Center for Creativity, Design, and Venturing at SUNY Polytechnic Institute. He directs Innovation Challenge New York (ICNY),…
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Jeffrey Stone, Penn State University – Sustainability in Introductory Computing Courses
On Penn State University Week: Sustainability in the future will be more important than ever. Jeffrey Stone, assistant professor of information science and technology, shows how this way of living can solve today and tomorrow’s problems. Dr. Stone (PhD, Penn State) is an Assistant Professor of Information Sciences and Technology (IST) at Penn State Lehigh…
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Daniel Mallinson, Penn State University – Engaging Citizen-Students through Technology
On Penn State University Week: Tech in classrooms is becoming a necessity, but how do we make it more efficient? Daniel J. Mallinson, assistant professor of public policy and administration, looks into this question. Daniel Mallinson received his Ph.D. in Political Science from the Pennsylvania State University. His expertise lies in state and local politics…
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Pawan Dhingra, Amherst College – After-School Academics in an Era of Remote Learning
After-school education is taking hold during online learning at schools. Pawan Dhingra, professor of American studies at Amherst College, wonders if it helps or hinders children. Dr. Pawan Dhingra (Ph.D. sociology) is Professor of American Studies and Faculty Diversity and Inclusion Officer at Amherst College. He is Former Curator and Senior Advisor to the Smithsonian…
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Ji Ung Lee, SUNY Polytechnic Institute – A Potential Path to a Quantum Computer in Every Home
In the future we may all have quantum computers in our homes. Ji Ung Lee, professor of nanoscale engineering at SUNY Polytechnic Institute, examines how we might get there. Ji Ung Lee received his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He is currently Professor of Nanoscale Engineering at SUNY Polytechnic Institute, a…
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Selmer Bringsjord, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute – Ethical A.I.
Should artificial intelligence be used in weapons? Selmer Bringsjord, professor of cognitive science at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, explores this question. Selmer Bringsjord is Professor of Cognitive Science, Professor of Computer Science, Professor of Logic & Philosophy, Professor of Management & Technology, and Director of Rensselaer AI and Reasoning Laboratory. He specializes in the logico-mathematical and…