Purdue engineer Kaushik Roy is developing brain-inspired AI hardware that combines neural networks, event-based vision and in-memory computing to dramatically cut energy use in autonomous devices. By co-designing algorithms and hardware that mimic how the brain processes and stores information, Roy is enabling drones and robots to navigate, adapt and make real-time decisions.
Xinran Lehto, a professor in the White Lodging-J.W. Marriott, Jr. School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, redefines the future of travel in her new book, “Destination Experience Design: Practices and Management.” The text introduces the “flourishing destination” as a living system designed to promote the integrated well-being of people, places and the planet.
The Boilermaker community is invited to Stadium Nights — a Purdue University celebration under the lights of Ross-Ade — from 6-9:30 p.m. April 29. The event is free, but registration is required. The evening begins with a showing of “First Man,” followed by special programming, student scholarship opportunities, a celebration of America’s 250th birthday and a fireworks finale.
Adobe Chair and CEO Shantanu Narayen, who has transformed one of the world’s largest and most diversified companies into an industry innovator and pioneer, joined Purdue President Mung Chiang for a conversation on AI as part of the university’s Presidential Lecture Series. The lecture, titled “AI’s Next Wave: Delivering Intelligence Inside Software,” took place March 25 in Stewart Center’s Fowler Hall.
Maj. Gen. Theresa C. Carter is grateful her original plan didn’t happen — it made her more resilient. Her 31 years in the U.S. Air Force stemmed from getting assigned to a career field she initially didn’t want. See her unforgettable story in the newest episode in our video series “Relentless.”
Purdue faculty, staff and retirees can still register as volunteers for Spring Fling, the annual employee appreciation event set for May 21 at and around Memorial Mall.
