UNO Researchers to Use Artificial Intelligence to Detect Flood Control Deficiencies
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Researchers at the University of New Orleans want to use artificial intelligence to evaluate and detect potential deficiencies in the United States’ floodwater control structures. The proposal includes the creation of an automated program using unmanned aerial system imagery and other sensory data to assess the integrity and stability of the nation’s flood control systems.
The Joseph Canizaro and James Livingston Gulf States Center for Environmental Informatics (GulfSCEI, pronounced Gulfsea) at the University of New Orleans has secured a one-year contract worth $1.25 million from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) for the research. The research will be performed jointly with USACE’s domain experts.
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| Sciences Students Showcase Research at UNO's 11th Annual InnovateUNO
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On March 8-9, 28 College of Sciences undergraduate and graduate students, along with their faculty mentors, participated in UNO’s 11th annual InnovateUNO which showcases independent research, scholarly, or creative activities across campus.
Congratulations to the 10 undergraduate and graduate students who were recognized for their work, many winning both monetary prizes and an invitation to present at the University of Louisiana System’s annual Academic Summit April 20-21, 2023 at Northwestern State University.
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| Computer Science Professor Awarded Office of Naval Research Fellowship to Study Secure Logging Approaches
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University of New Orleans computer science professor James Wagner will spend his summer working with the U.S. Navy on a data privacy and security project. Wagner has been awarded a Summer Research Fellowship by the Office of Naval Research, which pairs faculty members with naval research mentors. The fellowship offers an opportunity to conduct full-time research of mutual interest to faculty members and to the Navy.
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Prospective Students Welcomed at Explore UNO
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Thank you to the students, faculty, and staff who came out on Saturday, March 4th to represent the College at Explore UNO! Prospective students and families were able to talk directly to all seven of our departments to learn more about our academic programs. After the academic browse, guests were invited to join us for tours of sciences departments to see classrooms, labs, and other resources first hand. We can’t wait to welcome our new Privateers to campus in the Fall!
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Happy Birthday, Einstein!
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After a hiatus due to the pandemic, the UNO Physics Club brought back their popular Einstein Week celebration. From March 9 – 14, the club offered public demonstrations such as “Phun with Philters”, as well as an egg drop competition and bake sale. The week of activities culminated in a birthday party for Einstein on March 14. Thank you to all the students who worked hard to organize these fun activities!
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| COS Students Volunteer for Career Expo
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Undergraduate students in our Human Anatomy and Physiology lab volunteered at the Youthforce NOLA and Junior Achievement Career Expo at the UNO Lakefront Arena on March 7th. More than 2,200 high school students from across Orleans Parish public schools attended the event where they had the chance to talk with businesses and universities across four career clusters. The College of Sciences, with help from the Department of Biology, spoke to students about academic programs for careers in health sciences. The high school students had a fun time with hands-on demonstrations and learning from our UNO students about how they use the equipment in their A&P laboratory course.
We are #UNOProud of our students for sharing their knowledge and experiences with local schools to engage them in sciences!
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On March 10, the UNO Office of Research held its annual Achievements in Research, Creativity and Scholarships (ARCS) awards ceremony. The office awarded more than $55,000 in internal grants to support faculty research.
Congratulations to our College of Sciences faculty who were the recipients of two awards!
Dr. Sherry Liu, assistant professor in the Department of Mathematics, received the SCoRE award ($15,000) which is intended as seed money for faculty to develop a new area of research.
Dr. Mahdi Abdelguerfi, chair of the Department of Computer Science, was awarded the ABROAD award ($5,500), a program to stimulate research collaborations between UNO and institutions in other countries.
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Dr. Roberto Refinetti, chair of the Department of Psychology, published “Seasonal patterns of body temperature in response to experimental photoperiod variation in a non-hibernating ground squirrel” in the Journal of Comparative Physiology.
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Computer Science Ph.D. Candidate Manisha Panta Lands Position at Intuit
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University of New Orleans student Manisha Panta, a doctoral candidate in computer science, has been offered a job at Intuit, the maker of the popular tax preparation software TurboTax. Panta will complete her program and graduate this summer.
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A proposal by Donnie Davidson, graduate student in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, was accepted to the National Center for Airborne Laser Mapping. The NCALM surveys up to seven projects every year for graduate students who desire to incorporate Airborne Laser Swath Mapping data in their research. They will conduct a high-resolution lidar survey in Neptune Pass and the surrounding wetlands, which is the study site for Davidson’s research.
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Dexter Wins Dream Job as Pelican Park Director
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Jennifer Dexter ('96 Psychology) has spent her career doing nonprofit work on the north shore. But for years, she’s coveted a job that she feels fits her qualifications perfectly — managing the expansive Pelican Park near Mandeville.
On Feb. 6, that dream job became hers.
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| DC Area Alumni: Meet Us @ City Tap House Dupont...with UNO President Dr. John Nicklow
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WHEN: Tuesday, April 18
5:30 - 8 p.m.
WHERE: City Tap House, Dupont
1250 Connecticut Ave, NW | Washington, DC
Calling all UNO alumni in the Washington, DC area...We're coming to you in April, and we'd love to see you all!
Stop by after work for some light appetizers, drinks and good times with your fellow UNO alumni, and say hello to UNO President John Nicklow and Alumni Association Executive Director Rachel Weiss, too. You won't want to miss it.
There is no cost to attend, but we ask that you register to let us know how many to expect. We can't wait to see you all!
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Homer L. Hitt Presidential Distinguished Lecture Series Featuring Marques Colston
7 p.m. in the Senator Ted Hickey Ballroom in the University Center
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NYC Alumni: Meet Us @ with UNO President Dr. John Nicklow
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WHEN: Thursday, April 20
5:30 - 8 p.m.
WHERE: Butter Restaurant, Midtown
70 W. 45th Street | New York, NY
Calling all UNO alumni in the New York City area...We're coming to you in April, and we'd love to see you all!
Stop by after work for some light appetizers, drinks and good times with your fellow UNO alumni, and say hello to UNO President John Nicklow and Alumni Association Executive Director Rachel Weiss, too. You won't want to miss it.
There is no cost to attend, but we ask that you register to let us know how many to expect. We can't wait to see you all!
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SAVE THE DATES: 2023 Homecoming Week, November 6-11!
Distinguished Alumni Gala, 50th and 25th Class Reunions,
Homecoming Game with Tailgate and much more! Information to come.
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