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Celebrating 10 Years of Zoox: NVIDIA Conducts Fireside Chat with Zoox CEO Aicha Evans
July 31, 2024
NVIDIA reported on the fireside chat their founder and CEO held with Zoox’s CEO, Aicha Evans, B.S. ‘96, and cofounder and CTO, Jesse Levinson, in honor of Zoox’s 10th anniversary.
Preparing for Lunar Liftoff: Alumnus Andre Douglas in Media Spotlight for Artemis II Mission
July 30, 2024
Andre Douglas, Ph.D. ‘21, has garnered media attention for his involvement in NASA’s Artemis II flight as they perform moonwalk simulations to prepare for lunar liftoff.
GW Engineering Alumna Serena Auñon-Chancellor Advances Cancer Research Aboard ISS
July 30, 2024
NASA and ISS fund five research projects addressing cancer risks, with GW Engineering alumna astronaut Serena Auñon-Chancellor contributing to Angiex Cancer Therapy.
Ph.D. Candidate Devon Guerrelli Discusses Cardiomyocyte Research on Podcast
July 29, 2024
Ph.D. candidate in biomedical engineering Devon Guerrelli discusses cardiomyocyte research on the AJP-Heart and Circulatory Physiology Podcast.
Professor John Helveston Discusses EV Resale Value in The New York Times
July 29, 2024
The New York Times detailed what might make an electric vehicle a worthwhile investment with insights from John Helveston, who discussed trends in EV resale value.
Aicha Evans on Zoox's Robotaxi Vision: Featured in Fortune, Observer, and Bloomberg
July 29, 2024
Zoox CEO Aicha Evans, B.S. '96, featured in Bloomberg Technology, Fortune, and Observer, outlines Zoox's unique robotaxi vision, competitive edge, and future plans for commercialization.
Study Reveals How Simplified Explanations Can Curb the Spread of Misinformation
July 25, 2024
New study led by EMSE Professor David Broniatowski explores how misinformation spreads online and shows presenting accurate information in a clear, simple format can help curb its spread.
Opal HTM Receives Boost from GW's First $100,000 SBIR Matching Fund Grant
July 22, 2024
Opal HTM receives a boost for its healthcare technology addressing critical challenges in medical device management through GW's first $100,000 SBIR Matching Fund grant.
GW Engineering Researchers Innovate Thermoelectric Design for Enhanced Power Generation
July 19, 2024
Published in Nature Energy, MAE professor Saniya LeBlanc and doctoral student Bengisu Şişik contributed to research on harnessing waste heat into electricity via thermoelectric power generation.
Pamela Norris Steps Down as Vice Provost for Research to Focus on Teaching and STEM Advocacy
July 19, 2024
GW Today reported that Pamela M. Norris, the current vice provost for research, is stepping down from the role but will continue teaching at GW Engineering and championing diversity within science and engineering.
GW Engineering Alumna Vice Admiral Mary Jackson Joins Jacobs Board of Directors
July 18, 2024
Vice Admiral Mary Jackson, GW Engineering alumna, joins Jacobs' Board of Directors, bringing extensive leadership experience from her distinguished U.S. Navy career.
Civil Engineering Alumnus Bob Brown Appointed President of J2
July 17, 2024
The Washington Business Journal reported on the selection of GW Engineering and Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering alumnus Bob Brown, PE, B.S. ‘97, as president of the engineering firm J2.