GAINESVILLE, Florida, May 13 -- The University of Florida posted the following news: * * * 'PrincipalGPT' creates a new AI blueprint for legal literacy in the classroom * Moving legal studies from the textbook to the digital arena, a new AI-based model for K-12 learning is taking shape at the University of Florida. In his graduate-level school law course, Chris Thomas, J.D., Ph.D., has found a way to deepen his students' legal comprehension by replacing a short essay assignment with a dynamic, interactive role-playing exchange using ChatGPT more PR

DELAWARE, Ohio, May 13 -- Ohio Wesleyan University issued the following news release: * * * Discovery on Display More than 100 Ohio Wesleyan University students shared research and creative work at the OWU Student Symposium, highlighting the breadth, depth, and quality of the work they produced during the 2025-2026 academic year. The following students presented poster or oral presentations on the following topics at the April 16 symposium. More information is available, including project abstracts, at owu.edu/studentsymposium. Poster Pr more PR

BOURBONNAIS, Illinois, May 12 -- Olivet Nazarene University posted the following news: * * * 113th Commencement Ceremony Celebrates the Academic Accomplishments of 782 Olivet Graduates * In anticipation of completing their undergraduate experience at Olivet Nazarene University, members of the Class of 2026 spent the first week of May finalizing papers, studying for exams, and wrapping up projects and presentations before celebrating with senior week activities. Throughout the week, many academic departments hosted award, pinning and commi more PR

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, May 13 -- The University of Virginia School of Law posted the following news: * * * Alex Webb '26 Takes High-Stakes Advocacy in Stride * When Alex Webb '26 was putting together his oral argument for the 97th annual William Minor Lile Moot Court competition last November, his only goal was to win, not to go viral. Over 722,000 views, 12,600 likes and 135 comments on Instagram later, the Oregon native's sharp intellect and calm demeanor had made quite an impression on the armchair judges of the internet: * "Man more PR

GAINESVILLE, Florida, May 13 -- The University of Florida posted the following news: * * * As AI energy demand soars, UF scientist seeks solutions in space * The breathless growth of artificial intelligence is straining energy grids. Some technology experts even forecast an "AI Winter" if energy demands exceed supply. As scientists and tech firms scramble to find ways to power the AI revolution, one engineering researcher from the University of Florida is among the those looking up for a viable solution. Way up. "The sky is not the li more PR

TAMPA, Florida, May 13 -- The University of South Florida posted the following news: * * * Be positive: USF research shows your heart will thank you * By Joey Garcia, University Communications and Marketing Continuous doses of positivity can do more than change one's mood - they can lower the risk of cardiovascular disease. A new study published in Cardiology Clinics, co-authored by USF Assistant Professor Soonhyung Kwon, examines the best way to apply positive psychology interventions, such as gratitude, mindfulness and optimism traini more PR

RIVERSIDE, California, May 13 -- The University of California Riverside campus issued the following news: * * * Blind Ambition: AI agents can turn tasks into digital disasters * Computer scientists at UC Riverside have identified troubling flaws in a new generation of artificial intelligence (AI) agents designed to take over routine computer chores while users are away -sorting emails, organizing files, analyzing data, and handling other everyday digital tasks that might otherwise consume hours. The researchers found that the automated ag more PR

PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, May 13 -- Brown University posted the following news: * * * Brown University's 258th Commencement set for Sunday, May 24 * Brown President Christina H. Paxson will preside over the University's 258th Commencement on Sunday, May 24, on the College Green. The ceremony concludes Brown's three-day Commencement and Reunion Weekend 2026, which will bring more than 10,000 people to College Hill.  Brown Commencements have been major events in Providence since the 18th century. For the first time -as part of an ongoing re more PR

LONDON, England, May 13 -- City St George, University of London issued the following news: * * * Forecasting M&A in 2026: is there gold somewhere over the rainbow? The bulls held sway on the big question at Bayes Business School's recent annual market forecasting event: whether M&A activity would rise or fall in 2026. Responding to the all-important final question of the evening, three panellists predicted the surge seen in the second half of 2025 would continue. Mergermarket's Global Commentary Editor, John West, was more cautious, foresee more PR

CLEMSON, South Carolina, May 13 -- Clemson University posted the following news: * * * Clemson STRIDE announces 2026 STRP fund recipients * Clemson University's STRIDE program is proud to announce the five recipients of the 20266 Seed Translational Research Project (STRP) funding. This competitive funding initiative is designed to accelerate the translation of innovative research into real-world applications, supporting projects that demonstrate clear proof-of-concept deliverables within a use-inspired environment. "With their innovative  more PR

SMITHFIELD, Rhode Island, May 13 -- Bryant University issued the following news: * * * Confidence and community helps Ayesha Issah '26MSHI turn opportunity into impact * Ayesha Issah '26MSHI's education journey has taken her from Ghana to a graduate degree in Healthcare Informatics and AI from Bryant University. Now, she's preparing to use her education to help transform the healthcare system using data and technology. "I'm a believer in health equity and innovation," says Issah, who will accept her diploma at Bryant's May 14 Graduate Com more PR

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, May 13 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Couple's longstanding connections with Penn State Beaver lead to new scholarship * MONACA, Pa. -Penn State alumni and volunteers Julia and Dan McDowell have stepped forward with a $50,000 commitment to a new scholarship fund that, over the next four years, will provide support to students who transfer to Penn State Beaver from one of seven closing Commonwealth campuses. The couple's commitment comes from a deep love of Penn State and lo more PR

MONACA, Pennsylvania, May 14 -- Pennsylvania State University Beaver campus issued the following news: * * * Couple's longstanding connections with Penn State Beaver lead to new scholarship Julia and Dan McDowell, of Pittsburgh, have created an annually funded scholarship that, for the next four years, will provide financial support to students recently transferred to Penn State Beaver from closing Commonwealth Campuses * Penn State alumni and volunteers Julia and Dan McDowell have stepped forward with a $50,000 commitment to a new scholar more PR

GOLDEN, Colorado, May 12 -- Colorado School of Mines posted the following news: * * * Crystal Dobratz named Fryrear Chair for Innovation and Excellence * Crystal Dobratz, associate teaching professor of economics and business and director of the Engineering and Technology Management Program, has been selected as the Fryrear Chair for Innovation and Excellence at Colorado School of Mines. Endowed by Mines alum Ben Fryrear '62, the chair recognizes and supports highly accomplished Mines faculty members working to further the vision and miss more PR

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, May 13 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news: * * * Cybersecurity student builds career path through internships, research and campus life leadership * This story is part of a series highlighting the university's outstanding graduates crossing the stage on May 16. Inor Wang, a senior in the College of AI, Cyber and Computing, grew up with a clear plan. His parents, first-generation immigrants from China, had expectations for him and his brother to pursue careers in medicine. While his older b more PR

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, May 13 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Democratic approach to challenge, improve AI tools * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Artificial intelligence (AI) systems affect many parts of daily life, including healthcare, education and public policy, but the public has had few meaningful opportunities to participate in the development, governance or modifications of AI systems, according to Tanusree Sharma, assistant professor in the Penn State College of Information Sciences and Technology.  more PR

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, May 13 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news release: * * * Drones evaluate NMSU rangeland research * In 2022, 19 cattle and 19 elk were found dead from suspected plant poisoning at a New Mexico ranch. Three years later, 10 additional cattle and an unknown number of elk died from the same issue - toxic plants - at the same ranch, which spans about 24,000 acres, making traditional ground assessments impractical. Since then, Casey Spackman, a range management specialist for New Mexico State Univers more PR

GREENSBORO, North Carolina, May 12 -- North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University posted the following news: * * * Edmonds to Serve as Director of Forever Learning Initiative * EAST GREENSBORO, N.C. (May 12, 2026) -North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University has named a proven educational leader to direct its expanding emphasis on lifelong learning known as the Forever Learning Initiative: Catherine Edmonds '92, Ed.D., whose tenure as interim provost during the 2025-26 academic year recently concluded. North  more PR

MIAMI, Florida, May 13 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * Exoscope Technology and the Evolution of Otologic Surgery at UHealth * A high-definition exoscope is reshaping ear surgery at UHealth, where Dr. Juan Chiossone-Kerdel has replaced the operating microscope with the digital, heads-up system that enhances visualization, ergonomics and surgical training. For decades, otologic surgery has relied on the operating microscope. The tool places the surgeon's eyes directly into the surgical fi more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, May 13 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * Florida State University experts available to comment for 2026 hurricane season * The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 through Nov. 30, bringing increased potential for destructive storms. Florida State University faculty are leaders in the study of forecasting, evacuation, insurance and building resilience against hurricanes. They are available to speak with media through the 2026 hurricane season and beyond. Four faculty members answere more PR

LOS ANGELES, California, May 13 -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering posted the following news: * * * From USC to Big Tech: Apple, Amazon, Nvidia Among Top Employers of USC Engineering Alumni, New Data Shows * From some of our earliest alumni, like Andrew Viterbi as a pioneer in shaping digital communications by inventing the Viterbi algorithm, and Ming Hsieh, who transformed biometric identification technology, the newest generation of graduates has been passed the baton to lead and guide the future of com more PR

ATLANTA, Georgia, May 13 -- Emory University posted the following news release: * * * Giacomo Negro named Emory's vice provost for faculty affairs * Giacomo Negro, the Asa Griggs Candler Professor of Management and Organization and associate dean for culture and community in Goizueta Business School, has been appointed Emory University's vice provost for faculty affairs, effective July 1. "The vice provost for faculty affairs serves as a champion for faculty across Emory," says Pearl K. Dowe, senior vice provost for academic affairs. " As more PR

MADISON, Wisconsin, May 13 -- The University of Wisconsin posted the following news: * * * Going above and beyond to help students succeed The 2026 Awards for Mentoring Undergraduates recognize outstanding contributions to student growth from the classroom to the lab.  By Meredith McGlone Each year the Office of the Provost recognizes outstanding mentors at the University of Wisconsin-Madison with the Awards for Mentoring Undergraduates in Research, Scholarly and Creative Activities.  Some of this year's recipients are early in their ow more PR

LA JOLLA, California, May 13 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news: * * * Governments May Shape What AI Chatbots Say by Shaping the Web They Learn From * Key Takeaways * State-coordinated media can shape how AI chatbots answer political questions. * Chinese state-linked content appears in AI training data and can influence model responses. * Chatbots gave more favorable answers about China when prompted in Chinese than in English. * Similar patterns appeared across 37 countries with varying  more PR

SYRACUSE, New York, May 14 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: * * * How Haynie's Leadership, Scholarship Shaped His Rise to Syracuse's 13th Chancellor Through pioneering research and nationally recognized programs for veterans, J. Michael Haynie built a record of impact that now informs his vision as Syracuse's new leader. Kelly Homan Rodoski When J. Michael Haynie arrived at Syracuse University's Martin J. Whitman School of Management in the fall of 2006 as an assistant professor, he had recently transitioned out of the Air more PR

RED DEER, Alberta, May 13 -- Red Deer Polytechnic issued the following news: * * * How RDP Nursing Students Are Using AI & Why It Matters By Stephanie Jacobi (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) and Austyn Womacks-Unger (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) is becoming part of everyday life. In nursing programs at RDP, many students report using tools such as ChatGPT to generate ideas, clarify complex course content, and organize their academic work. Our research team, which includes nursing faculty and BScN  more PR

LA JOLLA, California, May 13 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news: * * * How SDSC and CENIC Are Bringing AI Infrastructure to California's Classrooms * The San Diego Supercomputer Center (SDSC), part of the Halicioglu School of Data Science and Computing at the University of California San Diego, is working to expand equitable access to advanced computing infrastructure, positioning America's classrooms for an AI-driven future. Through partnerships, platform development and on-the-ground deployments, SD more PR

KENNESAW, Georgia, May 13 -- Kennesaw State University posted the following news release: * * * Kennesaw State graduate blends resilience and innovation in AI-powered sustainability research * KENNESAW, Ga. | May 13, 2026 Hunter Quarles has faced more than his share of obstacles on the road to graduation, but the Kennesaw State University mechatronics engineering major refused to let those moments define him. Instead, he turned adversity into motivation, using each challenge as fuel to keep moving forward. "I've definitely pushed throug more PR

LONDON, England, May 13 -- London Business School posted the following news: * * * London Business School launches PS5m Catalyst Fund to advance responsible business leadership * London Business School has announced the LBS Catalyst Fund, a PS5m philanthropic investment designed to accelerate the School's leadership in responsible business, policy-relevant research and future-focused management education. Established through a generous gift from longtime friends of the School, the LBS Catalyst Fund marks a significant milestone in the Sch more PR

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, May 13 -- The University of Pennsylvania Annenberg Public Policy Center posted the following news release: * * * Many Americans Pessimistic about AI's Impact - and Want More Regulation * As debate intensifies over data center construction and how to regulate artificial intelligence (AI), a new nationally representative survey finds that Americans are broadly pessimistic about the impact of AI and want more government action to regulate the technology. The survey, conducted by the Annenberg Public Policy Center  more PR

MIAMI, Florida, May 13 -- Miami Dade College posted the following news release: * * * Miami Dade College Announces its New Class of Alumni Hall of Fame Inductees * MIAMI, FL (May 13, 2026) - The Miami Dade College (MDC) Foundation (MDCF) proudly announces its newest class of inductees, who will receive one of the college's highest honors at its annual Alumni Hall of Fame celebration. Each year, the MDC Alumni Hall of Fame recognizes graduates whose professional achievements, leadership, and service reflect the transformative impact of an MD more PR

PHOENIX, Arizona, May 13 -- The University of Phoenix issued the following news release: * * * Neurodivergence and AI at Work * Webinar explores how AI-enabled workflows intersect with neurodivergence in the workplace University of Phoenix will host the next installment of its Bridging Perspectives webinar series, "Neurodivergence and AI: Designing Workplaces That Think Differently," on Wednesday, May 21, 2026, at 11 a.m. MST. The virtual session is designed for employers, higher education leaders and professionals seeking to better under more PR

NEWARK, New Jersey, May 11 -- The New Jersey Institute of Technology issued the following news: * * * Safety of Artificial Intelligence is Focus for CompSci and Applied Math Student Written by: Evan Koblentz NJIT makes entrepreneurs and scientists, but junior Nidhi Sakpal is obsessed with something else -- she makes AI safer. Sakpal, an Albert Dorman Honors College member from Boonton double-majoring in applied math and computer science, explained that artificial intelligence safety encompasses the analysis, prevention and rectification of more PR

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, England, May 13 (TNSrep) -- Newcastle University issued the following news: * * * Watershed moment for the Creative industries A major new study finds creative employers are ambitious for growth but hampered by an outdated skills system. * A new study published today by the Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre (Creative PEC) led by Newcastle University and the Royal Society of Arts, and Work Advance, is being called a 'watershed moment' for the creative industries. It reveals creative economy employers are a more PR

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, May 13 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news release: * * * NMSU biochemistry professor elected VP of national research network * Shelley Lusetti, New Mexico State University professor and department head of chemistry and biochemistry, is the principal investigator of the New Mexico IDeA Networks of Biomedical Research Excellence (NM-INBRE). This year, Lusetti was elected vice president of the National Association of IDeA Principal Investigators (NAIPI). NM-INBRE's legacy at NMSU began in 2001. I more PR

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, May 13 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news release: * * * NMSU to award more than 2,100 degrees at spring 2026 commencement ceremonies * More than 2,100 students will graduate from New Mexico State University this weekend. NMSU will recognize spring 2026 graduates at three commencement ceremonies at the Pan American Center on the Las Cruces campus. University leaders will award a total of 2,148 degrees across its colleges. Commencement weekend kicks off Friday, May 15, with a graduate ceremon more PR

EVANSTON, Illinois, May 14 -- Northwestern University posted the following news release: * * * Global AI challenge to transform investigative journalism Journalists and technologists invited to build AI agents to make investigations faster, more transparent and scalable * Goal is to create tools that support watchdog journalism without replacing reporters * Contest opens May 15 and ends July 15 * Top teams to receive cash prizes * Investigative journalists often obtain thousands, if not millions of pages of documents and take on the more PR

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, May 9 -- Oklahoma State University Spears School of Business issued the following news: * * * OSU celebrates Class of 2026 at spring commencement ceremonies In an era defined by rapid technological changes, Joe Eastin inspired Oklahoma State University graduates to adapt and press forward as they embark on their career paths. Eastin, a 1992 business administration graduate, was the keynote speaker for OSU's spring 2026 commencement, which celebrated the more than 4,500 graduates who earned their degrees on Friday and S more PR

NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, May 13 -- Yale Law School posted the following news: * * * Parents Sue OpenAI After ChatGPT Medical Advice Results in Overdose Death * Tech Justice Law, Social Media Victims Law Center, and the Tech Accountability Competition Project, part of Yale Law School's Media Freedom & Information Access Clinic 4, have filed a lawsuit in San Francisco County Superior Court against OpenAI on behalf of Leila Turner-Scott and Angus Scott, parents to Samuel ("Sam") Nelson. Sam Nelson died from an accidental overdose on May 31, 202 more PR

PLYMOUTH, England, May 13 -- The University of Plymouth posted the following news: * * * Plymouth expert champions history education * A University of Plymouth research academic has been elected as President of the UK's leading voluntary organisation that furthers the study, teaching and enjoyment of history. The Historical Association (HA) brings together people who share an interest in and love for the past, and the society has selected the University of Plymouth's Professor James Daybell to lead them. An expert in early modern Britis more PR

LONDON, England, May 13 -- Queen Mary University of London issued the following news: * * * Queen Mary Vice-President at World Digital Education Conference in China Professor Wen Wang, Vice-President and Chair of the University AI Strategy Group at Queen Mary University of London, presented at the World Digital Education Conference 2026 in Hangzhou, China, highlighting Queen Mary's approach to embedding AI across the University. * Organised by the Ministry of Education of China and Zhejiang Provincial Government, the conference brought to more PR

ITHACA, New York, May 13 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Regular audits would build trust, confidence in AI * From self-driving cars to employment screening and chatbots, we live in a time of great uncertainty about the reliability and risks of artificial intelligence. How do we achieve a market for trustworthy AI products? In many ways, the current AI moment is similar to the time, right after the invention of indoor plumbing and running water, when people weren't exactly sure that what was coming out of their taps more PR

ITHACA, New York, May 13 -- The Cornell University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences posted the following news: * * * Regular audits would build trust, confidence in AI * By Tom Fleischman, Cornell Chronicle From self-driving cars to employment screening and chatbots, we live in a time of great uncertainty about the reliability and risks of artificial intelligence. How do we achieve a market for trustworthy AI products?  In many ways, the current AI moment is similar to the time, right after the invention of indoor plumbing and ru more PR

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, May 13 -- The University of the Witwatersrand posted the following news: * * * SACAQM opens AI_r Sensor Hosting Programme * The move is to encourage participants and broaden data access to improve air quality monitoring capacity. The South African Consortium of Air Quality Monitoring (SACAQM) has opened participation for its AI_r Sensor Hosting Programme, inviting public institutions, NGOs and private organisations to host AI_r devices as part of a two-year air quality monitoring study. The programme is designe more PR

SAN DIEGO, California, May 13 -- California State University San Diego State University posted the following news: * * * SDSU's top 10 degrees among 2026 graduates * More than 13,600 degree candidates comprise the San Diego State University Class of '26 as a full weekend of commencement ceremonies get underway at SDSU and SDSU Imperial Valley, beginning today. They all have things they're proud of; they all have things to do. Each year SDSU NewsCenter compiles a list of the most popular degrees among the newest cohort of Aztecs alumni tha more PR

BURNABY, British Columbia, May 13 -- Simon Fraser University posted the following news: * * * SFU's Canada Research Chairs to advance study of stem cells, immune function and AI for public good * Three exceptional Simon Fraser University researchers have been named new and renewed Canada Research Chairs.  Announced today, the SFU chairs are Kyle Burrows, Faculty of Health Sciences; Wendy Chun, Faculty of Communication Art and Technology; and Lisa Julian, Faculty of Science. The Canada Research Chairs (CRC) Program invests approximately $ more PR

SOUTH ORANGE, New Jersey, May 12 -- Seton Hall University posted the following news: * * * Social Work Students and Faculty Attend Annual Conference * Bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.) and Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) students from Seton Hall University attended the 2026 annual conference of the National Association of Social Workers - New Jersey Chapter (NASW-NJ) from April 26-28 in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The conference brought together hundreds of social work professionals, scholars, advocates and students from New Jersey and other s more PR

MIAMI, Florida, May 13 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * Spring 2026 University of Miami Medicine Magazine Highlights Breakthroughs in Heart, Vision and Cancer Research * The latest issue of University of Miami Medicine Magazine showcases innovations in cardiovascular care, a first-in-Florida vision implant, alumni leadership in dermatology and unexpected discoveries beneath the sea. The Spring 2026 edition of University of Miami Medicine Magazine explores the most urgent and inspiring ad more PR

MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin, May 14 -- The Milwaukee School of Engineering issued the following news: * * * Spring Commencement is May 16 at MSOE Milwaukee School of Engineering will hold its Spring Commencement on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at the Kern Center, 1245 N. Broadway. A total of 550 students will receive their bachelor's or master's degree during two ceremonies: at 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Visit msoe.edu/commencement for ceremony details. Student Speakers Adrian Manchado will be the student speaker at the morning ceremony. Manchado will gradu more PR

HOBOKEN, New Jersey, May 14 -- Stevens Institute of Technology issued the following news: * * * Stevens Launches New Master's in Aerospace Engineering The new program supports careers in the aerospace, defense and space sectors -- including roles in space exploration and national security * As the aerospace industry experiences massive growth -- marked by the emergence of commercial space companies, small and large, and high-profile missions like Artemis II -- Stevens Institute of Technology is meeting the moment. Launching in Fall 2026,  more PR

LAWRENCE, Kansas, May 13 -- The University of Kansas posted the following news: * * * Study analyzes environmental impacts of academic conference travel, encourages rethinking alternatives * LAWRENCE -The academic conference, where scholars meet to present research, exchange ideas and build professional networks, are so deeply embedded in higher education that flying to these events is often seen as a marker of productivity, and for some, is associated with a sense of prestige. A University of Kansas scholar has published research examini more PR

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, May 14 -- The Texas A&M University College of Engineering issued the following news: * * * Inside the workshop tackling Texas' electrical grid challenges As large data center demands surge, Texas A&M researchers are creating a multidisciplinary platform where industry leaders, engineers, researchers and students can come together to tackle challenges in Texas' power grid through collaborative workshops. By Amy Leifeste, College of Engineering Artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies are growing at an more PR

ANGOLA, Indiana, May 13 -- Trine University posted the following news: * * * Trine alumni recognized among young manufacturing, logistics leaders * INDIANAPOLIS -Two Trine University alumni were recently named to the sixth annual Rising 30 class, recognizing outstanding young professionals making significant early-career contributions to Indiana's advanced manufacturing and logistics (AML) sectors. Dominic Desalvo, who earned a Bachelor of Science in design engineering technology in 2024, is a programming team lead at Arcamed, a medical e more PR

PASADENA, California, May 13 -- The California Institute of Technology posted the following news: * * * Two Caltech-Affiliated Students Named 2026 Hertz Fellows * On May 6, the Hertz Foundation announced this year's cohort of 19 Hertz Fellows. Among them are fourth-year undergraduate Sam Foxman and incoming graduate student Nikhil Seshadri. The Hertz Fellowship is one of the nation's most competitive and prestigious doctoral fellowships in applied science, engineering, and mathematics. Awarded through a rigorous selection process, the fel more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, May 14 -- The University of Houston issued the following news: * * * New AI Model Predicts Battery Decay to Make Renewable Energy More Reliable University of Houston Researchers Develop AI Model That Predicts Battery Aging, Preventing Grid Failures By J.J. Adams, 713-743-8960, jadams23@central.uh.edu As the global demand for reliable electricity grows, University of Houston researchers are deploying artificial intelligence to solve a critical vulnerability in the power grid: the unpredictable aging and decay of large-scale  more PR

RICHARDSON, Texas, May 14 -- The University of Texas Dallas campus issued the following news: * * * Renowned Energy-Storage Leader Aims To Expand University's Impact By: Alexander Macon Dr. Babu Chalamala, a member of the National Academy of Engineering and an expert in grid energy-storage research, is helping to position The University of Texas at Dallas as a national leader in battery-storage technology and the future electric grid. Chalamala joined the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science as a professor of materials s more PR

WOLVERHAMPTON, England, May 13 -- The University of Wolverhampton issued the following news release: * * * University partners with business to speed up construction using AI The University is working with local company Drywall Steel Sections Ltd on a new project to make construction design faster, more accurate and more efficient. The partnership, part funded by Innovate UK, is part of a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) a UK-wide scheme that helps businesses work with universities to turn research into practical solutions. Together, t more PR

LOS ANGELES, California, May 13 -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering posted the following news: * * * USC @ ICASSP 2026 * Shrikanth Narayanan delivering a plenary speech at ICASSP 2026 (Photo Credit: Kai-Wei Chang) Last week, USC researchers had a strong presence at the IEEE International Conference on Acoustics, Speech, and Signal Processing (ICASSP), with more than 10 papers accepted and USC University Professor and Vice President Shrikanth (Shri) Narayanan selected as one of the conference's plenary spe more PR

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, May 14 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Data Center Summit attracts industry, partners More than 250 attendees from industry, government, and academia convened to learn and discuss solutions to the challenges of building and powering the information economy. By Noah Frank There is probably no single topic as fast-moving, complex, and significant at Virginia in 2026 as data centers. With the landscape evolving quickly and massive new challenges popping up seemingly every day, it was the perfect time t more PR

LONDON, Canada, May 13 -- Western University issued the following news: * * * Western partners with European universities to advance neurotechnology education and research NeurotechEU alliance will open doors to expanded research collaborations and student training By Crystal Mackay Building on decades of established strength in neuroscience, Western University is expanding international education and research collaborations through a strategic partnership with NeurotechEU. The first non-European university to become part of NeurotechEU a more PR

NEW YORK, May 13 -- The City University of New York Graduate Center posted the following news: * * * When AI Becomes an Echo Chamber for Delusions * A new study from researchers at the CUNY Graduate Center and King's College London focuses on safety issues related to AI systems that validate delusional thinking. The report highlights " AI psychosis," a term used to describe when large language models reinforce delusions with the risk of making psychotic symptoms worse. The team examined the responses of five popular AI models in various l more PR

WILKES-BARRE, Pennsylvania, May 13 -- Wilkes University issued the following news release: * * * Accelerated Bachelor of Science In Nursing Program Answers Critical Need for Nurses When Celia Rossini BSN '22 earned her first bachelor's degree in 2017 with a major in biobehavioral health, she already knew she wanted to go back to school to become a nurse. But she hesitated. "I couldn't face the thought of another three years of school and accumulating more debt. I needed a break," Rossini said. For the next four years she worked as a medical more PR

MADISON, Wisconsin, May 13 -- The University of Wisconsin posted the following news: * * * With deep appreciation and immense gratitude, farewell * Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin offers a parting note as the academic year and her time at UW-Madison comes to a close. A look back at the year and a glimpse ahead with Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin and incoming interim Chancellor Eric Wilcots.  Dear UW-Madison community, As my time as chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Madison comes to a close this week, I am filled with gratitude, affecti more PR

KENT, Ohio, May 13 -- Wright State University posted the following news: * * * Wright State's designation as National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense extended through 2031 * Wright State University and its Master of Science in Cyber Security program have been redesignated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense, reaffirming the university's leadership in cybersecurity education, research and workforce development. The redesignation recognizes Wright State's sustained cybersecurity program, including cur more PR