Continuing risk of hazards in a post-wildfire landscape
Professor and Berger Chair Farshid Vahedifard spoke with NBC News about the risk of landslides in areas affected by wildfires.
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Wildfire hazards don’t stop when the fire goes out
Destructive post-fire events amplify the need to develop comprehensive preventive and predictive measures, says Professor and Berger Chair Farshid Vahedifard.
Undergraduate students recognized by Computing Research Association
Four Tufts students were honored for their contributions in computer science research in the Outstanding Undergraduate Researcher Awards.
Student inspiration leads to inventive robots
Undergraduate seniors in the Department of Mechanical Engineering gain valuable experience with hands-on robot projects.
Omenetto on The Official Marvel Podcast
Listen to Frank C. Doble Professor Fiorenzo Omenetto discuss his web-slinging technology on The Official Marvel Podcast.
Exploring the link between repetitive brain trauma and Alzheimer's disease
Dana Cairns, a researcher in Stern Family Professor David Kaplan's lab spoke with BBC World Service about their research on brain concussion models.
New AI-enabled technology is 98% accurate at spotting illegal contraband
A novel AI model developed at Tufts could make finding prohibited items in imported cargo faster and more accurate than current X-ray technology.
Head trauma may activate latent viruses in the brain, leading to neurodegeneration
Researchers at Tufts suggest results may lead to preventive strategies using antiviral drugs after concussions.
Tufts CEEO shares expertise in K-8 engineering education
A new book from Tufts’ Center for Engineering Education and Outreach will guide elementary and middle school educators in implementing hands-on engineering activities.