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Stevens ACES Program that identifies and nurtures STEM talent in underserved communities is awarded $750,000 from the U.S. Department of Education

The Stevens ACES program has been awarded a $750,000 grant to expand its STEM education initiatives in underserved communities. The program provides full-tuition scholarships and academic support to high school students from these communities, with a remarkable success record for inspiring students to pursue STEM careers.

Putting a new spin on the football spiral

Ballistics experts create first precise model of a football's flightpath, shedding light on what separates good passes from bad ones. The study found that the Magnus effect has little impact on a spinning football and that swerving is linked to the ball's orientation at the end of the pass.

SourceStevens Institute of Technology·JournalASME Open Journal of Engineering·DateAug 4, 2022

Underwater map-making robot aces first real-world trials in crowded marina

Researchers at Stevens Institute of Technology developed an underwater robot capable of mapping its environment, tracking its location, and planning safe routes in complex marine environments. The breakthrough enabled the robot to accurately map a busy harbor in real-time using active SLAM algorithms.

SourceStevens Institute of Technology·JournalIEEE Journal of Oceanic Engineering·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 11, 2022

This algorithm has opinions about your face

Researchers developed an AI algorithm to model first impressions and accurately predict how people will be perceived based on a photograph of their face. The algorithm's findings align with common intuitions or cultural assumptions, such as people who smile being seen as more trustworthy.

SourceStevens Institute of Technology·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 21, 2022

Smartphone sensors are capable of detecting cannabis high and have the potential to provide early intervention

Researchers led by Stevens Institute of Technology's Sang Won Bae developed a machine-learning model using smartphone data to detect cannabis intoxication in young adults. The study combined features such as GPS, noise, light, and activity levels to predict intoxication with high accuracy. This technology has the potential to provide e...

SourceStevens Institute of Technology·JournalDrug and Alcohol Dependence·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateSep 30, 2021

Tool that more efficiently analyzes ocean color data will become part of NASA program

Researchers developed a machine learning-powered platform, OC-SMART, to process ocean color in satellite images, solving a 30-year-old problem in retrieving data from coastal regions and open ocean areas. The tool provides useful data on chlorophyll concentrations and phytoplankton presence, helping to understand the ocean's state.

SourceStevens Institute of Technology·JournalRemote Sensing of Environment·DateFeb 24, 2021

Stevens creates entangled photons 100 times more efficiently than previously possible

Researchers at Stevens Institute of Technology have developed a chip-based photon source that's 100 times more efficient than any previous device, allowing the creation of tens of millions of entangled photon pairs per second. The new source uses nanoscale microcavities to create entangled photons with virtually no waste energy.

SourceStevens Institute of Technology·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateDec 17, 2020

How the beetle got its bang

Researchers at Stevens Institute of Technology reveal how bombardier beetles biosynthesize chemicals to create fuel for their explosions. The study shows the beetles' biochemistry is intricate, with toxic chemicals derived from coal tar and benzene-like compounds metabolized from hydroquinone.

SourceStevens Institute of Technology·JournalThe Science of Nature·DateJun 16, 2020

AI-powered shoes unlock the secrets of your sole

Researchers at Stevens Institute of Technology developed an AI-powered smart insole that turns any shoe into a portable gait-analysis laboratory. The technology provides accurate real-time data on stride length, speed, and power, overcoming limitations of existing wearable technologies.

SourceStevens Institute of Technology·JournalIEEE Transactions on Neural Systems and Rehabilitation Engineering·DateMar 17, 2020

Rise of the bots: Stevens team completes first census of Wikipedia bots

Researchers at Stevens Institute of Technology have completed the first census of Wikipedia's 1,601 bots, shedding light on their functions and interactions with human users. The study found that bots play nine core roles, including fixers, connectors, and protectors, which together account for about 10% of all activity on the site.

SourceStevens Institute of Technology·JournalProceedings of the ACM on Human-Computer Interaction·DateNov 21, 2019

Not all meat is created equal: How diet changes can sustain world's food production

A new model developed by Stevens Institute of Technology researchers can predict how conservation approaches can reduce demand for phosphorus, a vital resource for feeding the world. The model shows that collective diet changes, such as reducing meat consumption or switching to lower-feed meats, can significantly reduce phosphate minin...

SourceStevens Institute of Technology·JournalEnvironmental Science & Technology·DateSep 6, 2019