News by Topic: Faculty
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December 19, 2024
Solving renewable energy’s sticky storage problem
Ars Technica speaks with Eric Hittinger, department chair in the Department of Public Policy, about renewable energy.
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December 17, 2024
PA students at RIT get high-tech anatomy table
WROC-TV speaks to Christopher Montanaro, lecturer in the physician assistant program, and Lexi Pieri, a fourth-year physician assistant student, about the table.
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December 17, 2024
Faculty exhibit in Venice earns a European Cultural Centre Award
A group of six faculty members in RIT’s College of Art and Design have earned the University & Research Projects Award from the European Cultural Centre (ECC) for their collection of works, titled “Cultural Disruptors.”
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December 16, 2024
Lauren Hall on the Campbell Conversations
WRVO's Campbell Conversations podcast speaks with Lauren Hall, associate dean in the College of Liberal Arts, about the current political landscape and rhetoric.
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December 13, 2024
Your drawer full of old cables is worth more than you think
Vox talks to Callie Babbitt, professor in the Department of Sustainability, about how to recycle electronics. (This content may require a subscription to view.)
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December 13, 2024
Student spotlight: Fulbright student's research applies AI to real-world problems
Diana Velychko, a Fulbright master’s student in artificial intelligence, is paving the way for more intuitive artificial intelligence (AI) systems. Her work focuses on the intersection of human perception and AI, aiming to bridge the gap between how people see the world and how machines interpret it.
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December 13, 2024
Researchers discover solutions to build stronger bridges
Aging infrastructure is a major issue in the U.S. with nearly 50 percent of bridges considered in poor condition. Investments are often for immediate repairs, but today engineering researchers are exploring how structural changes might improve longevity, safety, and construction costs. -
December 12, 2024
'ProHockey' Podcast | Episode 68: Wayne Wilson
The ProHockey Podcast talks to RIT men's hockey coach Wayne Wilson about how he challenges his players to be better student athletes and achieve their personal goals.
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December 12, 2024
Designers leave nothing on the table during the Beyond Fashion showcase
Decked out with technicolor lights and vibrant animated displays, RIT’s MAGIC Spell Studios soundstage became a runway last week during Beyond Fashion. The rainbow runway featured a diverse collection of garments and wearables crafted by local designers and RIT students across multiple disciplines.
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December 11, 2024
University researcher leads quantum computing project to improve electrical grid systems
Yan, an assistant professor of electrical engineering in RIT’s Kate Gleason College of Engineering, is leading a research team developing advanced optimization models and methods to manage complexities of operating the modern electrical grid through quantum computing.
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December 11, 2024
RIT President David Munson named an Icon by ‘Rochester Business Journal’
Icon Honors recognize Rochester business leaders over the age of 60 for their notable success and demonstration of strong leadership within and outside their fields. The honorees have moved their organizations or businesses and Rochester forward by growing jobs and making a difference in the community.
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December 11, 2024
Is it possible for a credit card to truly guarantee approval?
WalletHub speaks to Muhammad Salar Khan, assistant professor in the Department of Public Policy, about guaranteed approval on credit cards.