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Explore the advanced mechanical and durability properties of cementitious materials modified with innovative additives. Investigate failure mechanisms in metals and contribute to sustainable infrastructure material deve…

This research enhances the sustainability and performance of construction materials critical to infrastructure longevity. Innovations in ce…

Explore how urban air pollution and climate change impact health and develop sustainable transport solutions. Use AI and citizen science methods to monitor and mitigate environmental health risks.

Dr. Kalisa's research addresses urgent global health challenges posed by urban air pollution and climate change, particularly in Africa. By…

Explore the science of next-generation batteries focusing on materials and recycling techniques. Investigate coatings and stress dynamics to boost battery durability and efficiency in real applications.

This research is critical for developing longer-lasting, safer, and more sustainable batteries essential for electric vehicles and renewabl…

Explore AI applications in protein modeling and bioinformatics. Develop machine learning solutions with Python and contribute to advancing biomedical research. Gain valuable experience working under an NSF Expand AI gra…

This research improves protein structure predictions, crucial for drug discovery and understanding diseases such as COVID-19. Enhancing AI …

Explore security and trust issues in autonomous systems including robots and vehicles. Develop resilient cyber-physical systems using advanced AI and privacy techniques. Address real-world challenges in infrastructure p…

Research in secure and trustworthy autonomous systems is critical as these technologies become integral to transport, robotics, and infrast…

Explore AI and physics-based methods to predict and design materials for extreme environments. Conduct experimental and computational research on material failure, additive manufacturing, and electrochemical techniques …

This research addresses critical challenges in developing durable materials for extreme aerospace, space, and nuclear environments. It also…

Explore how pre-sleep and in-sleep experiences with digital media and sounds shape dreams and emotional health. Engage in hands-on night studies using physiological monitoring and experimental manipulations.

This research addresses the impact of digital media and auditory stimuli on dream content and emotional processing, crucial for improving m…

Explore machine learning and UAV image analysis in agricultural engineering for a USDA-ARS funded project. Develop programming skills and contribute to advancing precision farming techniques while collaborating in a mul…

This research facilitates the development of innovative nondestructive techniques for soil and crop monitoring, essential for sustainable a…

Explore the frontier of architected materials to enhance civil infrastructure resilience. Develop innovative additive repair methods to extend steel bridge lifespan, combining advanced manufacturing and structural engin…

This research addresses critical infrastructure challenges by developing materials and repair methods that improve structural durability an…

Lead research exploring how window collisions impact bird populations across North America. Model species vulnerability and evaluate mitigation strategies to inform policy and conservation actions.

This research addresses the critical but understudied problem of bird mortality due to window collisions, informing effective conservation …

Explore the interface of computational and experimental genomics to unravel cancer mechanisms. Develop innovative software and analyze vast omics datasets. Join a lab committed to mentorship, cutting-edge research, and …

This research is critical for understanding complex genomic alterations in diseases such as cancer, enabling improved diagnostic and therap…

Explore robotics and AI to transform construction safety and worker performance. Develop systems that enable intelligent automation and immersive training, addressing critical safety challenges on construction sites.

This research tackles significant safety risks in the construction industry by leveraging AI and robotics to reduce accidents and improve w…