AI behind deepfakes may power materials design innovations, scientists say
| psu.edu
Penn State scientists are using the artificial intelligence technology behind deepfakes, computer-generated images that resemble human faces, to make advances in materials design.
Bridges, bike lanes, electric car chargers and more: 5 essential reads on the infrastructure bill
| theconversation.com
What will the US$1.2 trillion infrastructure bill pay for? Here are some of the things it will help build, fix or remove.
University Libraries program recognizes tenured, promoted faculty through books
| psu.edu
Recently tenured and promoted University faculty were honored in October through Penn State University Libraries’ Promotion and Tenure Recognition Program, now in its 18th year. The 2021 honorees were recognized at a private event in the Paterno Family Humanities Reading Room at Pattee Library on the University Park campus.
Stuckeman School professor uses virtual reality to expand studio environment
| psu.edu
Travis Flohr, assistant professor of landscape architecture in the Stuckeman School, led a virtual reality-based studio for undergraduate and graduate students during the fall 2020 semester that allowed students to have more learning opportunities — and more connectivity with each other — in a virtual setting.
2022 Online Data Summit slated for Feb. 2 and 3
| psu.edu
The Penn State community is invited to attend the online event, “Traversing a Universe of Data,” the University’s Data Summit, on Feb. 2 and 3. Tracks include Uses of Data and Data Literacy; Data Ethics, Security, and Privacy; Systems Technology (Tools and Approaches); Assessment, Evaluation, and Planning; and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Rock Ethics Institute accepting nominations for 2022 Stand Up Awards
| psu.edu
The Rock Ethics Institute is now accepting nominations for its 2022 Stand Up Awards. The annual Stand Up Awards recognize Penn State undergraduate students for their demonstrating ethical leadership by "standing up" for a cause, idea or belief. Nominations must be submitted online no later than Feb. 4, 2022.
Marie Hardin shares perspective on running and growth in a new video series
| psu.edu
In a new video series titled “Perspective: Leaders at Penn State,” Marie Hardin, dean of the Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications at Penn State, reflects on her love for running as an opportunity to find clarity and envision greater possibilities — particularly in the face of challenge and in times of being tested.
New faculty fellowship to help advance diversity, equity, inclusion
| psu.edu
Laura Leites, associate research professor of quantitative forest ecology, has been named Penn State's inaugural Equity Leadership Fellow. The new fellowship in Office of the Vice Provost for Educational Equity aims to help faculty members develop as leaders in diversity, equity and inclusion while creating opportunities to make a positive impact at Penn State.
New Stuckeman exhibition showcases multidisciplinary 3D printing research
| psu.edu
A new exhibition will open on Nov. 3 in the Willard G. Rouse Gallery that highlights the multidisciplinary work researchers from the Stuckeman School and the College of Engineering are undertaking to create sustainable housing solutions on Earth and beyond using 3D-printing processes.
‘It is a game changer’: Waging war on climate change from space
| politico.com
The explosion of Earth observation satellites may be the key to getting control of the crisis — if the data is shared and the capacity is built to utilize it.
Penn State research expenditures total $993 million
| psu.edu
Penn State's research expenditures reached a total of $993.1 million in fiscal year 2020-21, an overall 1.5% decrease from the previous year. “Despite this slight decrease, we were able to maintain a solid research portfolio during the pandemic," said Senior Vice President for Research Lora Weiss. “Our federal expenditures remained healthy and our industry partners continued investing in our research.”
Nov. 2 data science talks to feature ice sheet, architectural textile research
| psu.edu
At an upcoming Data Science Community event on Nov. 2, two Penn State researchers will discuss two vastly different applications of data science: to model architectural knitting and global models of ice sheet changes.
Flooding is the world's most devastating natural disaster, causing widespread destruction and loss of life. Millions of Americans live in high-risk flood zones, with the threat amplified by climate change and aging infrastructure. This episode explores how innovative computer modeling and visualizations can help communities plan for future flood risks and develop effective response strategies. Listen to the podcast.
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