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Sep 6, 2022

New AI collaboration aims to accelerate R&D of specialty chemicals

Eastman and NC State’s Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering will collaborate to accelerate the research and development of new specialty chemicals. 
James Lester standing behind computer modeled illustration of molecular structures.

Aug 18, 2022

Ask An Engineer: What is artificial intelligence?

In this video interview, Dr. James Lester, Distinguished University Professor of Computer Science and Director of the Center for Educational Informatics, discusses what artificial intelligence is, what it isn't and what to look for in the months and years to come. 
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Jul 11, 2022

AI researchers tackle longstanding ‘data heterogeneity’ problem for federated learning

The new approach allows users to develop accurate AI models more quickly and accurately. 
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Jun 30, 2022

Human-computer interface, deep learning and explainable AI

The human body is an important source of big data. Biometric data can be collected to track health status and actively improve quality of life. Though data analysis has recently been actively used as a tool for industrial innovation, biometric data analysis seems to approach the essence of engineering in terms of developing technologies that benefit human beings. 
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Mar 16, 2022

‘Self-Driving’ lab speeds up research, synthesis of energy materials

The technology can be used to advance both fundamental nanoscience and applied engineering. 
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Feb 3, 2022

Technique smooths path for ‘federated learning’ AI training in wireless devices

The technique drastically reduces the size of data transmissions, creating new opportunities for wireless AI training. 
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Jan 28, 2022

Technique improves AI ability to understand 3D space using 2D images

The work would help autonomous vehicles navigate in relation to other vehicles. 
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Nov 19, 2021

NASA intern works on AI’s next generation

During an internship with the NASA Glenn Research Center, Shilpa Kancharla researched ways to replicate natural neural networks and show how they can be applied to cognitive communications. Think of it as “Think and Do” with artificial intelligence. 
James Lester standing behind computer modeled illustration of molecular structures.

Oct 28, 2021

A new way to learn

In Crystal Island: EcoJourneys, a narrative-based virtual learning environment designed by researchers in NC State’s Department of Computer Science (CSC), middle school students travel to a fictional island in the Philippines. While there, they encounter a dilemma: a local fish farm is reporting that tilapia are becoming sick at an alarming rate. It’s a complex problem…