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November 25, 2024
How to stop believable bots from duping us all
An essay by Evan Selinger, professor of philosophy, published by The Boston Globe. (This content requires a subscription to view.)
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November 25, 2024
The new signs bringing greater understanding to organic chemistry
Chemistry World speaks to Christina Goudreau Collison about making chemistry more accessible.
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November 25, 2024
International research experience in Sweden seeks to develop the AI-enhanced workplace
A new National Science Foundation grant will allow 18 RIT students to travel to Sweden and conduct artificial intelligence (AI) research that enhances the industrial workplace. The students will take part in a program of AI research, professional development, and mentorship, which includes eight weeks at University West, near Gothenburg, Sweden.
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November 25, 2024
RIT student receives $10,000 scholarship from Sallie Mae
WHAM-TV speaks to RIT student Amos Prince about the scholarship.
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November 22, 2024
RIT expands research on circular economy in Southeast Asia with new funding boost
A $1 million grant from the U.S. Department of State will continue the work led by professors Clyde Hull and Eric Williams with entrepreneurships based on circular economy principles in member nations of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
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November 21, 2024
Americans agree more than they might think − not knowing this jeopardizes the nation’s shared values
An essay written by Lawrence Torcello, associate professor in the Department of Philosophy, published by The Conversation.
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November 21, 2024
Detecting digital deception
Today, artificial intelligence is being used to manipulate media. At RIT, a team of student and faculty researchers is leading the charge to help journalists and intelligence analysts figure out what is real and what is fake. Their work has more than $2 million in funding from the National Science Foundation and Knight Foundation.
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November 21, 2024
In and out of Africa
Africa is rich in natural resources and contains one of the most diverse ecosystems across the globe. The Sahara Desert itself is larger than the continental United States. With all the unique landscapes, wildlife, and growing urban areas, more than 30 RIT faculty have recognized the importance of traveling to the continent, all backed by RIT Global.
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November 20, 2024
RIT professor helps to tackle energy access in rural Africa
Williams’ collaborative work tackles the subject of energy access in Sub-Saharan Africa. In 2015, the United Nations established Sustainable Development Goal 7 to ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all.
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November 20, 2024
RIT Players present 'She Loves Me!'
WHAM-TV speaks to directors Gwendolyn Griffin and Damien Landrum about the production.
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November 20, 2024
ALL IN’s 2024 Most Engaged Campuses Give Advice On Nonpartisan Democratic Engagement
Forbes speaks to Kathryn Cilano, director of RIT's Center for Leadership and Civic Engagement, about how we can all be the best student voting champions possible.
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November 19, 2024
Student spotlight: Outside opportunities provide academic growth
A research project during Mohammad Saif's undergraduate career drew his attention to imaging, and now he has focused his academic career in remote sensing. Opportunities outside of the lab and the field have helped him learn how to better communicate and discuss the impact of his work.