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Graduate computer science students present innovative research at Katz School showcase
Dr. Honggang Wang, chair of the Graduate Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the Katz School, presented a certificate for outstanding presentation on "Secure Web Application for Sensitive Data" to cybersecurity students Joy Awoleye...
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Tom Ribitzky releases new book on pessimism and philosophy in novels
WSSW Writing Consultant Tom Ribitzky has announced the release of his latest book, "The Seduction of Pessimism in the Novel: Eros, Failure, and the Quarrel with Philosophy," published by Lexington Books in 2024.
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Yeshiva University raises over $100M at centennial Hanukkah dinner
Yeshiva University (YU) has announced a significant milestone in its fundraising efforts, with over $100 million raised during the 100th anniversary of its Hanukkah Dinner campaign.
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New study explores probability-driven design for engaging video games
Zhengnan Li, a student in the M.S. in Data Analytics and Visualization program, has co-authored a study with Dr. David Li, program director of the data analytics program.
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Edward Luttwak discusses strategy and geopolitics at Yeshiva University event
On December 2, 2024, the Straus Center for Torah and Western Thought at Yeshiva University hosted a discussion with Dr. Edward Luttwak, an esteemed author and strategist.
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Yeshiva University's president addresses antisemitism at German universities
Rabbi Dr. Ari Berman, President of Yeshiva University, recently led a delegation to Germany to address the issue of rising antisemitism.
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Katz School faculty showcase diverse research contributions across global platforms
Katz School faculty have been actively engaged in groundbreaking research, addressing critical challenges across various disciplines.
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Millimeter wave tech tracks human focus without cameras or physical contact
A team of researchers, including Dr. Yucheng Xie from the Katz School's Graduate Department of Computer Science and Engineering, has developed a monitoring system that uses commercial millimeter-wave technology to track concentration-related...
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Katz School OT researchers address diverse challenges with innovative projects
Occupational therapy (OT) researchers from the Katz School are addressing a range of societal, cultural, and health challenges through innovative projects.
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Prospective students explore academic programs at Yeshiva University's open houses
This year's open houses at Yeshiva University provided high school juniors and seniors, along with their parents, a glimpse into the undergraduate experience offered by the institution.
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Straus Center hosts annual shabbaton featuring policy expert Michael Doran
On November 8th and 9th, 2024, the Zahava and Moshael J. Straus Center for Torah and Western Thought organized its annual shabbaton at Congregation Shearith Israel in Manhattan.
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New algorithm measures electric charges on molecular rings using advanced microscopy
Dr. Fredy Zypman, director of the Katz School’s M.A. in Physics, along with recent graduates, has developed an algorithm that uses scanning force microscopy to measure electric charges on nanoscale rings.
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Noam Wasserman leaves Yeshiva University to lead Ramaz
Yeshiva University has announced that Noam Wasserman, the current dean of the Sy Syms School of Business, will leave his position on May 31 to become Head of School at Ramaz starting June 1.
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Yeshiva University introduces innovative 3D printing course integrating theory with practical design
In a lab located on the 11th floor of Yeshiva University's Belfer Hall, Joshua Rodriguez, an adjunct professor and lab technician, is transforming the way students engage with physics.
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Young Zionist voices address challenges faced by Jewish students post-October 2023
In the aftermath of the events of October 7, 2023, Jewish students across Western campuses have encountered a surge in hostility.
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Web archiving efforts capture Orthodox Jewish community's COVID-19 response
The Yeshiva University Archives has completed the processing of its COVID-19 collection, which focuses on the Orthodox Jewish community's response to the pandemic.
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New data-driven model proposes changes to Olympic ranking system
The debate over the fairness and accuracy of Olympic medal counts has prompted researchers to propose a new framework for evaluating athletic success.
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Occupational therapists discuss addressing intergenerational trauma at AOTA conference
Jewish occupational therapists from the Katz School and other institutions gathered at the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) Inspire 2024 Annual Conference & Expo to discuss how occupational therapy can address intergenerational...
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Honors student Sophie Schanzer presents research at major cognitive psychology conference
Sophie Schanzer, a graduate of the S. Daniel Abraham Honors Program at Stern College for Women, is set to present an abstract at the Psychonomic Society's 65th annual meeting in New York City from November 21-24, 2024.
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Yeshiva University prepares for historic centennial Hanukkah Dinner celebration
Yeshiva University will mark the 100th anniversary of its Hanukkah Dinner on December 15, 2024.