In the past two years, AI has become a bigger story than ever. Learn how Purdue Polytechnic faculty and students met with the U.S. Senate to collaborate on ideas for the future of AI, robotics and beyond:
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Polytechnic alumnus makes Forbes’ ‘30 Under 30’ for innovations in agriculture
Polytechnic alumni Ivan Ball and Scott Massey created their company called "anu" in order to bring the newest technology to agriculture, not only stopping food waste in the developed world but endeavoring to end scarcity in other parts of the globe as well. Read more about how their efforts landed Massey on Forbes' 30 Under 30:
National institute awards grant to innovate engineering technology curriculum
Purdue Polytechnic faculty in multiple disciplines have been granted nearly $150,000 to generate new teaching modules for engineering technology students.
Polytechnic faculty among Purdue’s top innovators in 2024 patent rankings
As reported by Purdue News, Purdue Polytechnic faculty contributed to Purdue University’s position as one of the top patent-producing institutions in the United States, with Purdue ranking fourth nationally and seventh worldwide for patents received in 2024.
Giant leaps on ‘Mars’ outpost for Polytechnic student
Adriana Sanchez, a soon-to-be senior in mechanical engineering technology, recently got back from doing some amazing things at the Mars Desert Research Facility in Utah. Read about her two weeks in a simulated spacefaring environment here:
Zhang receives prestigious ASCE research award
Congratulations to Zhang for winning one of the most sought-after research awards in construction:
PhD student uncovers ‘human values gaps’ in AI datasets
A Purdue Polytechnic PhD student has devised a technique for examining AI training data to see if systems will align with human morals and values. Read more here:
Computing, graphics senior creates innovations that work in practice, not just theory
Take a look at Julian Triveri's story in our newsroom; he's a senior in computing and graphics whose work with Purdue's Envision Center adds genuine value to education with new VR tech, with a serious commitment to creating substantial—not gimmicky—programs.
Ideas, execution combine at Design and Innovation Challenge, fall semester 2024
Congrats to all of our student winners at the most recent Design and Innovation Challenge:
Polytechnic team visits Lake Michigan for sustainable cement research
A group of students in our Construction Management Technology discipline are doing some amazing sponsored research into sustainable alternatives to current concrete formulas: