The CREST-CATSUS and Sikand SITI Center are pleased to host a seminar series for students, faculty, and staff in exploring cutting-edge topics in STEM. The seminars will be held every other Thursday throughout the semester, from January 21 to May 17, 2025.
This seminar series aims to:
- Provide a global perspective on the current state of STEM research.
- Promote professional development by fostering discussions on research.
- Feature engaging presentations by guest lecturers and faculty members.
Why Attend?
Participants will gain insights into the latest advancements in STEM, explore emerging research trends, and network among peers and faculty members.
Join Us
For more information about the seminar topics and course objectives, we encourage you to explore the series details and join us for the next session. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with other researchers to enhance your academic and professional journey!
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Seminar Series
Week 2: Chief Michael Thomas, “Wildland Urban Interface Firefighting in the City of Los Angeles”
Week 4: Dr. Alejandra Hormaza, “Hydrogen For Sustainable Energy Systems”
Week 8: Dr. Abdullah Al Maruf “Controls and Probability”
Week 10: Dr. Negin Forouzesh, “Physics-guided Machine Learning for Drug Discovery”
Week 12: Dr. Amina Kinkhabwala, “Cutting-edge Microscopy in Neuroscience"
Week 14: Dr. Margaret Lazzarini, "Learning about Massive Binary Stella Evolution from High Mass X-ray Binaries in Local Group Galaxies"
Week 4: Dr. Bolei Deng, "Contact-based Mechanical Communication"
Week 6: Dr. Travis Hu, "Nature's Secret to Stick: Unlocking the Future of Adhesive Technologies with Biomimicry"
Week 8: Dr. Manveen Kaur, “Advancing Practical Frameworks for AI/ML Deployment in Real-World CPSs”
Week 10: Dr. Curtis Y. Wang, “Applying Computer Engineering Paradigms to the Reverse Engineering of Biological Spinal Networks”
Week 12: Dr. Fabio Albano, “U.S. Based Next-Generation Lithium-Ion Battery Manufacturing”
Week 14: Dr. Jonathan Realmuto, “Advancing Wearable Robots Through Soft Actuation and Neuromorphic Control”
Week 16: Dr. Jessica Bremner, “Examining Water Sustainability Under Conditions of Drought, Dispossession, and Uneven Access in the Eastern Coachella Valley”
Week 3: Dr. Corin (Corey) Bowen, “Transitioning from Quantitative to Critical Quantitative Educational Research”
Week 4: Andrew Chavez, “Thesis Writing, Formatting, and Submission”
Week 8: Dr. Sonya Lopez & Dr. Corey Bowen, “Workshop: Exploring your personal identity”
Week 9: Dr. Jessica Santos, “Career Mindfulness - Navigating your journey ahead”
Week 12: Grant Aguinaldo, “Optimizing Renewable Hydrogen Production: A Spatiotemporal Approach for Site Selection, and Integration into Existing Energy Infrastructure”
Week 13: Dr. David Krum, “Interactive Experiences in Virtual Reality”
Week 15: Ridge Bachman, “Assessing the Impact of Electrode Oxidation on Vanadium Redox Flow Battery Performance Through Experimentation and Modeling”