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Moving Beyond an App-centric Approach to Support Vulnerable Populations' Privacy
February 2, 2024
In a new grant, Dr. Lucy Simko and Yasemin Acar from GW Engineering will work alongside researchers from George Mason University, the University of Maryland, and the University of Michigan to tackle the larger privacy ecosystem and examine vulnerable individuals’ privacy behavior in the healthcare context.
Navigating the Evolution of Natural Language Processing: A Reflection by Rebecca Hwa
January 30, 2024
Rebecca Hwa, professor and department chair of computer science, reflects on her long-standing interest in natural language processing amidst the mainstream emergence of generative AI and LLMs.
Ignite Your Professional Journey with GW Engineering Career Services
January 26, 2024
To reintroduce undergraduate and graduate students to the services and resources available to them throughout every step of their professional journey, GW Engineering Career Services hosted an orientation event on January 25, 2024.
Using XR Technology to Solve Challenges Facing D.C.-based Small Businesses
January 23, 2024
Computer science alumnus Junhao Chen, M.S.’23, took home 3rd place at the 2023 DC XR Innovation Challenge for his XR solution that addresses several critical staff training challenges in small businesses, specifically in the food service industry!
Revolutionizing Propulsion Technology
January 22, 2024
Dr. Michael Keidar, Ph.D. student Anmol Taploo, and other members of his lab are continuing their work towards making satellite operations in novel altitude regimes a reality with the help of a $1M award from the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency.
EEMI Awarded Grant by UN Climate Technology Center Network
January 19, 2024
EEMI is collaborating on a new project to develop a national digitalization readiness index that will strengthen the capacities of developing countries to address technological challenges and opportunities for climate change adaptation and mitigation.
Exploring Anatomical Factors to Predict Cardiovascular Dangers
January 19, 2024
In her research, GW Engineering Ph.D. candidate Caroline Wild is using cardiovascular fluid dynamics to explore possible anatomical factors that could alert patients at risk of atherosclerosis early.
Improving Access to Prosthetic Devices for Pediatric Patients
January 18, 2024
With help from faculty and other students at GW, Alec Tripi, a senior Biomedical Engineering undergraduate student, has begun to facilitate the donation of free 3D-printed prosthetics to pediatric patients in need over the past few months.
January's Local Hero: Sonia Deel
January 16, 2024
Each month we will highlight one of the members of the GW Engineering staff in our Local Hero editorial feature. Take the time to meet January's Local Hero, Sonia Deel!
Dr. Sahlin Awarded for Innovating Federal Defense Against Cybersecurity Threats
January 12, 2024
For his innovation in defending clients in the Washington, D.C. region, professional lecturer in the EMSE Department, John Sahlin, received WashigntonExec’s 2023 Pinnacle Award for Cybersecurity Executive of the Year, Public Company!
Professor Hamdar Supports D.C. in Evaluating Connected and Autonomous Vehicles
January 11, 2024
Through his continued research and new advisory roles, CEE Professor Samer Hamdar is supporting the D.C. Department of Transportation and the Federal Highway Administration in the evaluation and monitoring of connected and autonomous vehicles.