IT Futurist

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Artificial Intelligence

Can Ambient AI Make Classrooms Smarter?

Environmental artificial intelligence sensors could identify patterns to inform personalized learning.

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Data Analytics

How Can Biometrics Be Used in Higher Education Classrooms?

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Hardware

Exascale Computing Takes Research to the Next Level

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Networking

Satellite Broadband Brings Internet Connectivity to Remote Locations

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Artificial Intelligence

How Can Generative AI Be Used in Higher Ed?

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Networking

Optical Computing’s Potential for Higher Education

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Artificial Intelligence

Synthetic Data’s Potential Impact on the Future of Artificial Intelligence Modeling

Digital twin technology

Digital Workspace

What Are Digital Twins and How Can Higher Ed Use Them?

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Hardware

Hearables Combine Machine Learning and Microchips for Smart Listening

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Classroom

Can Elon Musk’s Satellite Wi-Fi Improve Digital Equity?

Enabling a Touchable, Wearable Virtual Reality

Software

Enabling a Touchable, Wearable Virtual Reality

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