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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.

Furthering the Discussion Around Ethics in Computer Security Through Philosophy
January 10, 2024
Through the paper, “Ethical Frameworks and Computer Security Trolley Problems: Foundations for Conversations," CS Research Assistant Professor Yasemin Acar provided philosophy-based considerations to the computer security research community on how to tackle ethical questions.

Undercutting Public Transit? Exploring Preferences for Autonomous Vehicles
January 8, 2024
Autonomous vehicles continue to be developed and gradually deployed, but are people willing to use them over public transit? EMSE Assistant Professor John Helveston and Ph.D. candidate Leah Kaplan explored this question in a new study.

Computer Science Students Forge Connections at Grace Hopper Celebration
January 5, 2024
Computer science undergraduate students attended the 2023 Grace Hopper Celebration where each woman was able to learn from leaders in the field about exciting topics in computing, find mentors, expand her professional network, and explore job opportunities.

Harnessing AI for Global Development
GW Engineering PhD Student Publishes Op-Ed on Use of AI in Global Development
January 4, 2024
Haneen Al-Rashid, a Ph.D. student in Engineering Management and DTAIS Fellow, published an op-ed in Devex that explores the uses of AI in the international development sector, focusing on its benefits and risks.