On Automation & Filling GapsAugust 6th, 2024
The Great Depression marked a time of widespread hysteria about how automation would lead to mass unemployment. Uhh, sound similar to the headlines today? In the 1930s, American newspapers started publishing about robots and automation. Mass hysteria spread when papers like the Ogden Standard Examiner spread mis/disinformation about a robot named Alpha shooting his inventor […]
AI Revolution: Promise or Peril for Our Data-Driven Future?July 12th, 2024
Artificial intelligence holds the promise of revolutionizing industries, solving complex problems, and enhancing human capabilities through automation and data-driven decision-making, however, its widespread adoption raises myriad concerns. As AI continues to evolve, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and ethical frameworks will be essential to harness its full potential while mitigating risks and ensuring it benefits society as […]
How can art help us see science differently?June 6th, 2024
How can art help us see science differently? 🔬 x 🎨 When we think about science, we often picture data, equations, and research papers. But art has the unique ability to bring these concepts to life, making them more accessible and engaging. In a recent project, I led an engaging art-science workshop designed for all […]
Fellow Academics: Advice for Selecting a Graduate Mentor…May 15th, 2024
🛎 🛎 🛎 Quality Over Quantity: Selecting an Advisor Wisely 🛎 🛎 🛎 If you were not aware, I am now home…back from Georgia. I made all As in my first year as a PhD student, but my funding stream was switched and was a far cry from what I was told I would be […]