On December 10, Purdue Polytechnic had the honor of hosting Dr. Lingguang Song, chair and professor at UNC Charlotte, for a compelling installment of the Dean's Lecture Series. Song’s presentation, titled "From AI to AI: Artificial Intelligence’s Influence on Construction Research and Education," captivated the audience with forward-thinking insights into the transformative role of AI in the construction industry.
Song discussed the opportunities and challenges AI brings to construction research, education, and practice. He highlighted how academia-industry collaboration can accelerate AI-driven innovation while preparing future leaders to navigate this evolving landscape.
Song also presented actionable frameworks for fostering partnerships that promote talent development, innovation, and growth in the construction sector. We are incredibly grateful to Dr. Song for sharing his vision about the future of construction and engineering technology.