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Innovation Lab | Virtual Speech-Language Pathology Community Clinic Katz News Jewish OTs Address Trauma's Hidden Legacy Read more about what they had to say Jewish OTs Address Trauma's Hidden Legacy In the aftermath of the October 2023 attack on Israelis, Jewish occupational therapists from the Katz School and other universities gathered at the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) Inspire 2024 Annual Conference & Expo to reflect on how occupational therapy can address intergenerational trauma and promote diversity.Read the story in the Katz School blog. Palm Recognition Study Wins IEEE Award Read more about Yucheng Xie's paper Palm Recognition Study Wins IEEE Award A team of researchers that includes Dr. Yucheng Xie, assistant professor in the Katz School’s Graduate Computer Science and Engineering, has developed a new technology called “mmPalm,” which uses millimeter wave signals to create an ubiquitous, low-effort authentication method through palm recognition.Read the story in the Katz School blog. Using Al to Diagnose Heart Disease in Pets Read more about Youshan Zhang's NSF grant Using Al to Diagnose Heart Disease in Pets Dr. Youshan Zhang, an assistant professor of artificial intelligence and computer science, has been awarded a $175,000 grant from the National Science Foundation for research aimed at improving cardiomegaly diagnosis in animals by the development of an innovative, AI-driven diagnostic tool.Read the story in the Katz School blog. Play Helps Children With Trauma-Exposed Mothers Read about Dr. Amiya Waldman-Levi's study Play Helps Children With Trauma-Exposed Mothers A Katz School study has found that while a mother’s exposure to traumatic experiences can hinder her child’s psychological development, strong family relationships and involvement in play and leisure activities can help lessen these negative effects.Read the story in the Katz School blog. Biotech Alum Explores Hydroponic Space Greens Read more about Natania Birnbaum's research Biotech Alum Explores Hydroponic Space Greens Natania Birnbaum, a 2024 graduate of the M.S. in Biotechnology Management and Entrepreneurship, conducted a comprehensive survey of the available literature on duckweed biology, genetics and cultivation methods, as well as an investigation into the major companies in the industry and economic projections for the future of the duckweed market.Read the story in the Katz School blog. African Students Form Student Association Read more about this vital support network African Students Form Student Association Founded this fall by Opeyemi Adebanke Ajayi and several classmates, KASA has quickly become a vital support network for over 100 African students who call the Katz School home. KASA helps with everything from airport pickups to securing first month’s rent, academic and professional mentorship, and camaraderie—easing students' transition to life in New York City.Read the story in the Katz School blog. Digital Data Processing Focus of IEEE Conference Read more about the conference Digital Data Processing Focus of IEEE Conference A vibrant community of researchers and industry professionals explored cutting-edge developments in digital data processing technologies at the IEEE 4th International Conference on Digital Data Processing, hosted by the Katz School of Science and Health at the Yeshiva University Museum in New York City.Read the story in the Katz School blog. Science Behind Freezing May Help Food Security Read about the study in Food Biophysics Science Behind Freezing May Help Food Security A Katz School study on the science behind freezing food could lead to more effective food preservation techniques and a profound impact on the economy and food security. Published in Food Biophysics, the study, “Inverse Relationship Between Ice Nucleation and Ice Growth Rates in Frozen Foods,” examines the role of ice nucleation and ice growth during freezing.Read the story in the Top-tier Educators Join Health Sciences Faculty Read about the new multidisciplinary faculty Top-tier Educators Join Health Sciences Faculty The Katz School of Science and Health has significantly strengthened its health sciences faculty with the addition of top-tier educators who are bringing decades of clinical, academic and leadership experience across multiple disciplines.Read the story in the Katz School blog. STEM Experts Join Katz School Faculty Read about the new faculty in AI and Computer Science STEM Experts Join Katz School Faculty The Katz School of Science and Health has bolstered its faculty for the fall semester with a new crop of experts in STEM fields, underscoring its leadership in pioneering education and research in artificial intelligence, biotechnology, computer science and digital marketing.Read the story in the Katz School blog. Nursing Training Improves Pressure-Injury Prevention Read about the study in Applied Nursing Research Nursing Training Improves Pressure-Injury Prevention The study tracked the progress of 354 registered nurses from 11 hospitals using guidelines from AORN (Association of periOperative Registered Nurses) for preventing pressure injuries in surgical patients.Read the story in the Katz School blog. Grants for Pioneering Work in STEM, Health Sciences Read more about the 10 research projects Grants for Pioneering Work in STEM, Health Sciences The Katz School of Science and Health has awarded 10 research grants to faculty for pioneering projects that address critical issues in STEM and the health sciences.Read the entire story in the Katz School blog. NSF Grant for Cyber Research in Mobile Health Read more about Dr. Honggang Wang's project NSF Grant for Cyber Research in Mobile Health Dr. Honggang Wang's project aims to bridge a significant gap in cybersecurity education and research specific to mHealth, a field at the intersection of healthcare and information technology.Read the entire story in the Katz School blog. Professor Redefining OT's Role in End-of-Life Care Read more about Melanie Evangelista Professor Redefining OT's Role in End-of-Life Care The phenomenon of death hasn't been frequently explored through the lens of occupational therapy. Melanie Evangelista, a clinical assistant professor in the Katz School’s Occupational Therapy Doctorate, is working hard to address that.Read the entire story in the Katz School blog. AI Technology Used to Analyze Mammograms Read more about the app AI Technology Used to Analyze Mammograms Katz School researchers have designed a mobile app using AI technology that analyzes mammogram images and provides real-time diagnostic predictions, all from the convenience of a smartphone. Read the story in the Katz School blog. Mathematical Technique Used to Fight Obesity Read more about the study Mathematical Technique Used to Fight Obesity Katz School and UMass Dartmouth researchers have introduced a novel approach to better understand the variables associated with weight loss by utilizing an advanced mathematical technique.Read the the story in the Katz School blog. Researchers Develop Algorithms to Assist in Stroke Recovery Read about the study Researchers Develop Algorithms to Assist in Stroke Recovery Researchers have developed a series of algorithms using Siamese networks, a type of artificial intelligence, to better identify and track the body movements of stroke patients in order to assist in patient treatment and recovery. Read the story in the Katz School blog. Researchers Use AI to Produce Clean Bird Calls Read more about Sahil Kumar's research Researchers Use AI to Produce Clean Bird Calls Researchers have developed a method using a powerful technology to remove unwanted noise from the audio recordings of bird sounds. The method, called ViTVS, uses an image processing technology to divide audio signals into distinct parts, or segments, for isolating clean bird sounds from a noisy background.Read the story here. Study Finds Planets Can Be Trapped in Sun's Orbit Read more about Edward Belbruno's study Study Finds Planets Can Be Trapped in Sun's Orbit Objects from interstellar space, such as rogue planets and asteroids, can become permanently trapped in the Sun’s orbit as a result of the combined gravitational effects of the Sun and the entire Milky Way galaxy, according to a study by researchers in the Katz School’s Mathematical Sciences program and at NASA.Read the story in the Katz School blog. Subway Reform Proposal Finalist in Competition Read more about Team Thunders' proposal Subway Reform Proposal Finalist in Competition A Katz School student team's proposal to reform the New York City subway system is a finalist in a business case competition sponsored by the Zicklin School of Business at Baruch College.Read the story in the Katz School blog. Hand Coordination Linked to Cognition in MS Patients Read about the analysis by SLP & OT researchers Hand Coordination Linked to Cognition in MS Patients Manual dexterity can serve as an early indicator of cognitive decline in people with Multiple Sclerosis, according to the paper, “Exploring the Relationship Between Manual Dexterity and Cognition in People with Multiple Sclerosis: 9-Hole Peg and Multiple Cognitive Functions,” in Multiple Sclerosis and Related Disorders.Read the story in the Katz School blog. Weill Cornell, Biotech Collaboration Highlights Student Research Read about the research Weill Cornell, Biotech Collaboration Highlights Student Research Collaborations, like the one between Weill Cornell Medicine and the Katz School’s M.S. in Biotechnology Management and Entrepreneurship, have emerged as catalysts for the development of the next generation of drugs, devices and services. Read the story in the Katz School blog. 67 Health Sciences Graduates Take an Oath Read about the Health Sciences celebration 67 Health Sciences Graduates Take an Oath On May 16, after participating in the school’s main commencement exercises, 67 students from the M.S in Speech-Language Pathology and Occupational Doctorate celebrated at their own special Health Sciences Celebration, in which they received white coats marking the completion of their education and transition to professional clinical practice. Read the story in the Katz blog. 278 Degrees Awarded at Eighth Commencement Read about the ceremony honoring first PA class 278 Degrees Awarded at Eighth Commencement During the ceremony in Yeshiva University’s Lamport Auditorium on May 16, Dean Paul Russo lauded the graduates as values-driven leaders who stand for truth reflected in their scholarship and practice, champions of a life built on humane values and compassionate practitioners. Read the entire story in the Katz School blog. YU Introduces Fast-Track Nursing Program Read about the degree for non-nursing graduates YU Introduces Fast-Track Nursing Program The Katz School is now offering an Accelerated B.S. in Nursing that is geared toward those with a non-nursing bachelor’s degree who wish to fast track their entry into the field in just 16 months. The program is now accepting applications for Fall 2024.Read the entire story in YU News. A Chatbot as Smart as Your Favorite Professor Read more about Manish Thota's research A Chatbot as Smart as Your Favorite Professor Manish Kumar Thota, who is pursuing a master’s degree in artificial intelligence, is developing a machine-learning chatbot that can assist students academically. His VQA model, which he refers to as a digital brain, understands both images and questions and responds the way your most knowledgeable professor would.Read the entire story in the Katz blog. 100% of OT Grads Pass National Exam a 2nd Time Read more about their exam performance 100% of OT Grads Pass National Exam a 2nd Time The first two graduating classes of the Katz School’s Occupational Therapy Doctorate have achieved a 100% pass rate in the national certifying exam, according to the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.Read the entire story in the Katz blog. PA Graduates Ace National Certifying Exam Read more about PA's First Graduating Class PA Graduates Ace National Certifying Exam All 22 students in the first graduating class of the Katz School’s M.S. in Physician Assistant Studies have passed the profession’s national board certification exam on the first attempt and did better than the national average in key content areas.Read the story here in the Katz School blog. New Computer Science Master's Programs Read more about the new master's programs New Computer Science Master's Programs The Katz School is launching two master’s programs in computer science for the next generation of tech innovators. The Agile M.S. in Computer Science is for students who want to break into the tech field but do not have an undergraduate degree in computer science and the M.S. in Computer Science is for those with undergraduate degrees in computer science who want to do advanced work or specialize in emerging fields. Applications are now being accepted for Fall 2024.Read more here. Math Ph.D. Candidate Invited to Prestigious Forum Read more about Samuel Akingbade Math Ph.D. Candidate Invited to Prestigious Forum During a recent gathering of several hundred mathematicians and computer scientists at the prestigious Heidelberg Laureate Forum, Katz School Mathematics Ph.D. candidate Samuel Akingbade felt the extraordinary symbolism of being one of only 30 young researchers among the top 200 in the world invited to present his research.At a special dinner featuring Bavarian cuisine, Akingbade, clad in burgundy attire, proudly if subtly communicated to his colleagues that he is a member of a West African tribe called Yoruba. To his clan 4,000 miles away in Oyo, Nigeria, his selection affirmed their signature pride in educational achievement.Read story in Katz blog. NSF Grant Funds Study of Energy Harvesting Systems Read more about Dr. Marian Gidea's work NSF Grant Funds Study of Energy Harvesting Systems The research, “Energy Growth, Dissipation, and Control in Hamiltonian Systems,” is supported by a three-year $300,000 National Science Foundation grant, which was awarded in July to investigate dynamical systems, including applications to energy harvesting, celestial mechanics and space mission design. Read the story in the Katz School blog. Students Building a Better Exoskeleton Read about Natania Birnbaum's work Students Building a Better Exoskeleton Exoskeletons have been the stuff of science fiction as far back as the War of the Worlds, enabling fictional robots to outgun and outwit their nemeses. Real-world exoskeletons, like the one being developed by Natania Birnbaum, a student in the M.S. in Biotechnology Management and Entrepreneurship, tend to be simpler devices developed with the goal of helping people, paralyzed by illness or spinal injury, use their limbs.Read the story in the Katz School blog. Math Alum's Study: Heavy Dialysis Patients at Risk Read about Ariella Mermelstein's research Math Alum's Study: Heavy Dialysis Patients at Risk An epidemiological study of dialysis patients conducted at the Renal Research Institute with the Katz School of Science and Health found that current recommendations for ultrafiltration in hemodialysis therapy may put heavier patients at greater risk of death.In their research article in the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology, Ariella Mermelstein, a 2021 graduate of the Katz School’s M.A. in Mathematics, Jochen Raimann, an adjunct professor in the M.S. in Biotechnology Management and Entrepreneurship, and several of their colleagues reported that the currently recommended threshold of 13 milliliters per hour per kilogram of body weight as the maximal ultrafiltration rate in hemodialysis therapy may put heavier patients at risk.Read the story in the Katz School blog. New Computer Science Department Names Chair Read more about IEEE Fellow Honggang Wang New Computer Science Department Names Chair Dr. Honggang Wang, a computer scientist with deep expertise in artificial intelligence and its applications to digital health, 5G/6G communications and cybersecurity, has been named founding chair of the graduate Computer Science Department at the Katz School of Science and Health.An IEEE Fellow and IEEE Distinguished Lecturer, Dr. Wang has received research grants totaling over $5 million from the National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health and U.S. Department of Transportation.Read the entire story in the Katz blog. Graduation Speakers Offer Advice and Thanks Read about the Katz School's Seventh Commencement Graduation Speakers Offer Advice and Thanks The Katz School of Science and Health graduated its first class of Occupational Therapy Doctorate students and conferred 117 degrees at its seventh commencement on May 15.Dean Paul Russo told the graduates that they are values-driven leaders who stand for truth reflected in their scholarship and practice; champions of a life built on humane values; and compassionate practitioners.Read more Students Hone Skills in Security Operations Center Read about the SOC's advanced cyber range Students Hone Skills in Security Operations Center An advanced Security Operations Center will provide graduate students in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, computer science and data analytics with hands-on experience defending against cyberattacks in a hyper-realistic simulated environment.Read the entire story in the Katz blog. Biotech Professor Writes Book on Innovation Read about what inspired Lorraine Marchand Biotech Professor Writes Book on Innovation In The Innovation Mindset, Lorraine Marchand shares her eight laws of innovation, a formula for driving significant and lasting transformation in any organization. Marchand emphasizes the frame of mind needed to spark the innovation process, underscoring the importance of creating a problem-solving culture and supporting personal curiosity, passion and talent.Read the entire story in the Katz blog. Researchers Link Playfulness to Cognition in Award-Winning Study Read more about the study Researchers Link Playfulness to Cognition in Award-Winning Study Dr. Amiya Waldman-Levi, clinical associate professor in the Katz School’s Occupational Therapy Doctorate program, has been awarded the 2022 Cordelia Myers AJOT Best Article Award for her study linking the development of playfulness in infants to the cognitive functioning of toddlers.Read the entire story in the Katz blog. Professor's Chapter Helps Clinicians Diagnose Abuse Read about Tom Balga's work on Child and Elder Abuse Professor's Chapter Helps Clinicians Diagnose Abuse A recently published chapter on Abuse and Violence Prevention by Thomas Balga, clinical assistant professor in the Katz School’s M.S. in Physician Assistant Studies, offers clinicians a guide for the comprehensive and compassionate care of the 3 million children who are victims of abuse each year.Read the entire story in the Katz blog. Jewish OTs Address Trauma's Hidden Legacy Read more about what they had to say Jewish OTs Address Trauma's Hidden Legacy In the aftermath of the October 2023 attack on Israelis, Jewish occupational therapists from the Katz School and other universities gathered at the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) Inspire 2024 Annual Conference & Expo to reflect on how occupational therapy can address intergenerational trauma and promote diversity.Read the story in the Katz School blog. Palm Recognition Study Wins IEEE Award Read more about Yucheng Xie's paper Palm Recognition Study Wins IEEE Award A team of researchers that includes Dr. Yucheng Xie, assistant professor in the Katz School’s Graduate Computer Science and Engineering, has developed a new technology called “mmPalm,” which uses millimeter wave signals to create an ubiquitous, low-effort authentication method through palm recognition.Read the story in the Katz School blog. Using Al to Diagnose Heart Disease in Pets Read more about Youshan Zhang's NSF grant Using Al to Diagnose Heart Disease in Pets Dr. Youshan Zhang, an assistant professor of artificial intelligence and computer science, has been awarded a $175,000 grant from the National Science Foundation for research aimed at improving cardiomegaly diagnosis in animals by the development of an innovative, AI-driven diagnostic tool.Read the story in the Katz School blog. Play Helps Children With Trauma-Exposed Mothers Read about Dr. Amiya Waldman-Levi's study Play Helps Children With Trauma-Exposed Mothers A Katz School study has found that while a mother’s exposure to traumatic experiences can hinder her child’s psychological development, strong family relationships and involvement in play and leisure activities can help lessen these negative effects.Read the story in the Katz School blog. Biotech Alum Explores Hydroponic Space Greens Read more about Natania Birnbaum's research Biotech Alum Explores Hydroponic Space Greens Natania Birnbaum, a 2024 graduate of the M.S. in Biotechnology Management and Entrepreneurship, conducted a comprehensive survey of the available literature on duckweed biology, genetics and cultivation methods, as well as an investigation into the major companies in the industry and economic projections for the future of the duckweed market.Read the story in the Katz School blog. African Students Form Student Association Read more about this vital support network African Students Form Student Association Founded this fall by Opeyemi Adebanke Ajayi and several classmates, KASA has quickly become a vital support network for over 100 African students who call the Katz School home. KASA helps with everything from airport pickups to securing first month’s rent, academic and professional mentorship, and camaraderie—easing students' transition to life in New York City.Read the story in the Katz School blog. Digital Data Processing Focus of IEEE Conference Read more about the conference Digital Data Processing Focus of IEEE Conference A vibrant community of researchers and industry professionals explored cutting-edge developments in digital data processing technologies at the IEEE 4th International Conference on Digital Data Processing, hosted by the Katz School of Science and Health at the Yeshiva University Museum in New York City.Read the story in the Katz School blog. Science Behind Freezing May Help Food Security Read about the study in Food Biophysics Science Behind Freezing May Help Food Security A Katz School study on the science behind freezing food could lead to more effective food preservation techniques and a profound impact on the economy and food security. Published in Food Biophysics, the study, “Inverse Relationship Between Ice Nucleation and Ice Growth Rates in Frozen Foods,” examines the role of ice nucleation and ice growth during freezing.Read the story in the Top-tier Educators Join Health Sciences Faculty Read about the new multidisciplinary faculty Top-tier Educators Join Health Sciences Faculty The Katz School of Science and Health has significantly strengthened its health sciences faculty with the addition of top-tier educators who are bringing decades of clinical, academic and leadership experience across multiple disciplines.Read the story in the Katz School blog. STEM Experts Join Katz School Faculty Read about the new faculty in AI and Computer Science STEM Experts Join Katz School Faculty The Katz School of Science and Health has bolstered its faculty for the fall semester with a new crop of experts in STEM fields, underscoring its leadership in pioneering education and research in artificial intelligence, biotechnology, computer science and digital marketing.Read the story in the Katz School blog. Nursing Training Improves Pressure-Injury Prevention Read about the study in Applied Nursing Research Nursing Training Improves Pressure-Injury Prevention The study tracked the progress of 354 registered nurses from 11 hospitals using guidelines from AORN (Association of periOperative Registered Nurses) for preventing pressure injuries in surgical patients.Read the story in the Katz School blog. Grants for Pioneering Work in STEM, Health Sciences Read more about the 10 research projects Grants for Pioneering Work in STEM, Health Sciences The Katz School of Science and Health has awarded 10 research grants to faculty for pioneering projects that address critical issues in STEM and the health sciences.Read the entire story in the Katz School blog. NSF Grant for Cyber Research in Mobile Health Read more about Dr. Honggang Wang's project NSF Grant for Cyber Research in Mobile Health Dr. Honggang Wang's project aims to bridge a significant gap in cybersecurity education and research specific to mHealth, a field at the intersection of healthcare and information technology.Read the entire story in the Katz School blog. Professor Redefining OT's Role in End-of-Life Care Read more about Melanie Evangelista Professor Redefining OT's Role in End-of-Life Care The phenomenon of death hasn't been frequently explored through the lens of occupational therapy. Melanie Evangelista, a clinical assistant professor in the Katz School’s Occupational Therapy Doctorate, is working hard to address that.Read the entire story in the Katz School blog. AI Technology Used to Analyze Mammograms Read more about the app AI Technology Used to Analyze Mammograms Katz School researchers have designed a mobile app using AI technology that analyzes mammogram images and provides real-time diagnostic predictions, all from the convenience of a smartphone. Read the story in the Katz School blog. Mathematical Technique Used to Fight Obesity Read more about the study Mathematical Technique Used to Fight Obesity Katz School and UMass Dartmouth researchers have introduced a novel approach to better understand the variables associated with weight loss by utilizing an advanced mathematical technique.Read the the story in the Katz School blog. Researchers Develop Algorithms to Assist in Stroke Recovery Read about the study Researchers Develop Algorithms to Assist in Stroke Recovery Researchers have developed a series of algorithms using Siamese networks, a type of artificial intelligence, to better identify and track the body movements of stroke patients in order to assist in patient treatment and recovery. Read the story in the Katz School blog. Researchers Use AI to Produce Clean Bird Calls Read more about Sahil Kumar's research Researchers Use AI to Produce Clean Bird Calls Researchers have developed a method using a powerful technology to remove unwanted noise from the audio recordings of bird sounds. The method, called ViTVS, uses an image processing technology to divide audio signals into distinct parts, or segments, for isolating clean bird sounds from a noisy background.Read the story here. Study Finds Planets Can Be Trapped in Sun's Orbit Read more about Edward Belbruno's study Study Finds Planets Can Be Trapped in Sun's Orbit Objects from interstellar space, such as rogue planets and asteroids, can become permanently trapped in the Sun’s orbit as a result of the combined gravitational effects of the Sun and the entire Milky Way galaxy, according to a study by researchers in the Katz School’s Mathematical Sciences program and at NASA.Read the story in the Katz School blog. Subway Reform Proposal Finalist in Competition Read more about Team Thunders' proposal Subway Reform Proposal Finalist in Competition A Katz School student team's proposal to reform the New York City subway system is a finalist in a business case competition sponsored by the Zicklin School of Business at Baruch College.Read the story in the Katz School blog. Hand Coordination Linked to Cognition in MS Patients Read about the analysis by SLP & OT researchers Hand Coordination Linked to Cognition in MS Patients Manual dexterity can serve as an early indicator of cognitive decline in people with Multiple Sclerosis, according to the paper, “Exploring the Relationship Between Manual Dexterity and Cognition in People with Multiple Sclerosis: 9-Hole Peg and Multiple Cognitive Functions,” in Multiple Sclerosis and Related Disorders.Read the story in the Katz School blog. Weill Cornell, Biotech Collaboration Highlights Student Research Read about the research Weill Cornell, Biotech Collaboration Highlights Student Research Collaborations, like the one between Weill Cornell Medicine and the Katz School’s M.S. in Biotechnology Management and Entrepreneurship, have emerged as catalysts for the development of the next generation of drugs, devices and services. Read the story in the Katz School blog. 67 Health Sciences Graduates Take an Oath Read about the Health Sciences celebration 67 Health Sciences Graduates Take an Oath On May 16, after participating in the school’s main commencement exercises, 67 students from the M.S in Speech-Language Pathology and Occupational Doctorate celebrated at their own special Health Sciences Celebration, in which they received white coats marking the completion of their education and transition to professional clinical practice. Read the story in the Katz blog. 278 Degrees Awarded at Eighth Commencement Read about the ceremony honoring first PA class 278 Degrees Awarded at Eighth Commencement During the ceremony in Yeshiva University’s Lamport Auditorium on May 16, Dean Paul Russo lauded the graduates as values-driven leaders who stand for truth reflected in their scholarship and practice, champions of a life built on humane values and compassionate practitioners. Read the entire story in the Katz School blog. YU Introduces Fast-Track Nursing Program Read about the degree for non-nursing graduates YU Introduces Fast-Track Nursing Program The Katz School is now offering an Accelerated B.S. in Nursing that is geared toward those with a non-nursing bachelor’s degree who wish to fast track their entry into the field in just 16 months. The program is now accepting applications for Fall 2024.Read the entire story in YU News. A Chatbot as Smart as Your Favorite Professor Read more about Manish Thota's research A Chatbot as Smart as Your Favorite Professor Manish Kumar Thota, who is pursuing a master’s degree in artificial intelligence, is developing a machine-learning chatbot that can assist students academically. His VQA model, which he refers to as a digital brain, understands both images and questions and responds the way your most knowledgeable professor would.Read the entire story in the Katz blog. 100% of OT Grads Pass National Exam a 2nd Time Read more about their exam performance 100% of OT Grads Pass National Exam a 2nd Time The first two graduating classes of the Katz School’s Occupational Therapy Doctorate have achieved a 100% pass rate in the national certifying exam, according to the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.Read the entire story in the Katz blog. PA Graduates Ace National Certifying Exam Read more about PA's First Graduating Class PA Graduates Ace National Certifying Exam All 22 students in the first graduating class of the Katz School’s M.S. in Physician Assistant Studies have passed the profession’s national board certification exam on the first attempt and did better than the national average in key content areas.Read the story here in the Katz School blog. New Computer Science Master's Programs Read more about the new master's programs New Computer Science Master's Programs The Katz School is launching two master’s programs in computer science for the next generation of tech innovators. The Agile M.S. in Computer Science is for students who want to break into the tech field but do not have an undergraduate degree in computer science and the M.S. in Computer Science is for those with undergraduate degrees in computer science who want to do advanced work or specialize in emerging fields. Applications are now being accepted for Fall 2024.Read more here. Math Ph.D. Candidate Invited to Prestigious Forum Read more about Samuel Akingbade Math Ph.D. Candidate Invited to Prestigious Forum During a recent gathering of several hundred mathematicians and computer scientists at the prestigious Heidelberg Laureate Forum, Katz School Mathematics Ph.D. candidate Samuel Akingbade felt the extraordinary symbolism of being one of only 30 young researchers among the top 200 in the world invited to present his research.At a special dinner featuring Bavarian cuisine, Akingbade, clad in burgundy attire, proudly if subtly communicated to his colleagues that he is a member of a West African tribe called Yoruba. To his clan 4,000 miles away in Oyo, Nigeria, his selection affirmed their signature pride in educational achievement.Read story in Katz blog. NSF Grant Funds Study of Energy Harvesting Systems Read more about Dr. Marian Gidea's work NSF Grant Funds Study of Energy Harvesting Systems The research, “Energy Growth, Dissipation, and Control in Hamiltonian Systems,” is supported by a three-year $300,000 National Science Foundation grant, which was awarded in July to investigate dynamical systems, including applications to energy harvesting, celestial mechanics and space mission design. Read the story in the Katz School blog. Students Building a Better Exoskeleton Read about Natania Birnbaum's work Students Building a Better Exoskeleton Exoskeletons have been the stuff of science fiction as far back as the War of the Worlds, enabling fictional robots to outgun and outwit their nemeses. Real-world exoskeletons, like the one being developed by Natania Birnbaum, a student in the M.S. in Biotechnology Management and Entrepreneurship, tend to be simpler devices developed with the goal of helping people, paralyzed by illness or spinal injury, use their limbs.Read the story in the Katz School blog. Math Alum's Study: Heavy Dialysis Patients at Risk Read about Ariella Mermelstein's research Math Alum's Study: Heavy Dialysis Patients at Risk An epidemiological study of dialysis patients conducted at the Renal Research Institute with the Katz School of Science and Health found that current recommendations for ultrafiltration in hemodialysis therapy may put heavier patients at greater risk of death.In their research article in the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology, Ariella Mermelstein, a 2021 graduate of the Katz School’s M.A. in Mathematics, Jochen Raimann, an adjunct professor in the M.S. in Biotechnology Management and Entrepreneurship, and several of their colleagues reported that the currently recommended threshold of 13 milliliters per hour per kilogram of body weight as the maximal ultrafiltration rate in hemodialysis therapy may put heavier patients at risk.Read the story in the Katz School blog. New Computer Science Department Names Chair Read more about IEEE Fellow Honggang Wang New Computer Science Department Names Chair Dr. Honggang Wang, a computer scientist with deep expertise in artificial intelligence and its applications to digital health, 5G/6G communications and cybersecurity, has been named founding chair of the graduate Computer Science Department at the Katz School of Science and Health.An IEEE Fellow and IEEE Distinguished Lecturer, Dr. Wang has received research grants totaling over $5 million from the National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health and U.S. Department of Transportation.Read the entire story in the Katz blog. Graduation Speakers Offer Advice and Thanks Read about the Katz School's Seventh Commencement Graduation Speakers Offer Advice and Thanks The Katz School of Science and Health graduated its first class of Occupational Therapy Doctorate students and conferred 117 degrees at its seventh commencement on May 15.Dean Paul Russo told the graduates that they are values-driven leaders who stand for truth reflected in their scholarship and practice; champions of a life built on humane values; and compassionate practitioners.Read more Students Hone Skills in Security Operations Center Read about the SOC's advanced cyber range Students Hone Skills in Security Operations Center An advanced Security Operations Center will provide graduate students in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, computer science and data analytics with hands-on experience defending against cyberattacks in a hyper-realistic simulated environment.Read the entire story in the Katz blog. Biotech Professor Writes Book on Innovation Read about what inspired Lorraine Marchand Biotech Professor Writes Book on Innovation In The Innovation Mindset, Lorraine Marchand shares her eight laws of innovation, a formula for driving significant and lasting transformation in any organization. Marchand emphasizes the frame of mind needed to spark the innovation process, underscoring the importance of creating a problem-solving culture and supporting personal curiosity, passion and talent.Read the entire story in the Katz blog. Researchers Link Playfulness to Cognition in Award-Winning Study Read more about the study Researchers Link Playfulness to Cognition in Award-Winning Study Dr. Amiya Waldman-Levi, clinical associate professor in the Katz School’s Occupational Therapy Doctorate program, has been awarded the 2022 Cordelia Myers AJOT Best Article Award for her study linking the development of playfulness in infants to the cognitive functioning of toddlers.Read the entire story in the Katz blog. Professor's Chapter Helps Clinicians Diagnose Abuse Read about Tom Balga's work on Child and Elder Abuse Professor's Chapter Helps Clinicians Diagnose Abuse A recently published chapter on Abuse and Violence Prevention by Thomas Balga, clinical assistant professor in the Katz School’s M.S. in Physician Assistant Studies, offers clinicians a guide for the comprehensive and compassionate care of the 3 million children who are victims of abuse each year.Read the entire story in the Katz blog.
