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In the News: John Abraham on Water Vapor as a Greenhouse Gas
In the NewsJohn Abraham, mechanical engineering professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering, recently joined meteorologist Paul Huttner on MPR's Climate Cast to discuss how water vapor is driving more extreme weather around the world and in Minnesota. From the story: "As we warm the planet, that's actually causing the oceans to put more…
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Building a Workforce Ready to Defend Against Cyberthreats
Tommie ExpertsWith the increasing frequency of ransomware attacks and data breaches alongside advances in artificial intelligence, the field of cybersecurity is rapidly evolving. From developing advanced real-world skills to continuously learning, today’s graduates heading into the cybersecurity field need to be ready to protect businesses and society. What types of cybersecurity issues could we see in… -
St. Thomas Faculty Share Research in Takeover of NPR’s Academic Minute
In the NewsThe week of Sept. 25 kicked off the University of St. Thomas takeover of NPR’s “The Academic Minute” series. The segment is a two-and-a-half-minute daily segment that features researchers from schools around the world. NPR invited five groundbreaking researchers from St. Thomas to share their findings to help listeners better understand the world. Each segment… -
Tommie Motorsports Takes on the Baja SAE
STEAMThe University of St. Thomas Baja Racing Team, Tommie Motorsports, competed in its first Baja SAE series race Sept. 6-10 in Nashport, Ohio, with a vehicle built by the Tommie team members. “Being able to have a team from St. Thomas compete in a Baja SAE competition was a dream over two years in… -
In the News: University of St. Thomas Center for Microgrid Research to Expand Following Funding
In the NewsMahmoud Kabalan, professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering and director of the Center for Microgrid Research, and Don Weinkauf, dean of the School of Engineering, recently spoke with Energy News Network about how state and federal funding will be used to expand the university’s microgrid research. From the story: The University… -
St. Thomas Selected for Department of Defense-Backed ACE Initiative in Minnesota
STEAMThe University of St. Thomas is one of two Minnesota universities selected to be part of an emerging national network of machine tool workforce development centers supported by the Department of Defense. The Institute for Advanced Composites Manufacturing Innovation (IACMI), in partnership with the Department of Defense (DoD)’s Manufacturing Capability Expansion and Investment Prioritization (MCEIP)… -
In the News: Manjeet Rege on AI in the Classroom
In the NewsManjeet Rege, software and data science professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering, recently spoke with the National Catholic Register about artificial intelligence and how it is impacting learning and classroom culture. From the story: But for schools that embrace AI, educators realize they have to pay close attention to it. Manjeet… -
Dr. Manjeet Rege Delivers Keynote Speech on AI at Minnesota IT Symposium
Professional NotesDr. Manjeet Rege, professor and chair of the Department of Software Engineering and Data Science at the University of St. Thomas, and a leading AI expert, delivered the opening keynote speech on Sept. 7 at the Minnesota IT Symposium, providing insights into the rapid advances and potential impacts of artificial intelligence technology. In his address,… -
In the News: John Abraham Joins WCCO Radio at the Minnesota State Fair
In the NewsJohn Abraham, mechanical engineering professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering, recently joined Adam and Jordana live from the fair to discuss a wide range of topics, from the impacts of global warming on livestock, agriculture and building design, to the evolution of artificial intelligence and the four main food groups at… -
Generative AI’s Impact on American Jobs
Tommie ExpertsA look at the changing landscape The rapid and relentless advance of artificial intelligence (AI) has ignited apprehensions about its impending impact on the job landscape. Amid the heated debates surrounding the potency of AI in outperforming human capabilities and potentially supplanting jobs, a fresh report has surfaced, illuminating a disquieting prospect of various professions…