August 27, 2020
Today's Top 5 From Purdue University
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Purdue announces steering committee, launch of Purdue Equity Task Force
Purdue on Wednesday (Aug. 26) announced members of the steering committee that will guide and direct the work of the Purdue Equity Task Force throughout the fall semester.
Media Contact: Tim Doty, doty2@purdue.edu
‘Pursuing Racial Justice Together’ series announced for fall 2020 semester
Purdue’s Division of Diversity and Inclusion is presenting “Pursuing Racial Justice Together,” an ongoing series of virtual discussions with thought leaders, experts and visionaries over the course of the coming 2020-21 academic year.
Media Contact: Matthew Oates, oatesw@purdue.edu
Women award recipients praised for dedication to Indiana agriculture
Three Indiana women were honored for their dedication and contributions to the agriculture industry at the Indiana Statehouse on Aug. 20.
Media Contact: Maureen Manier, mmanier@purdue.edu
Wearing a mask works only if worn properly
When wearing a mask, be sure to wear it properly so it can be effective, says Joy Pieper, a clinical assistant professor of nursing in Purdue’s College of Health and Human Sciences.
Media Contact: Matthew Oates, oatesw@purdue.edu
Innovation uses ‘stethoscope’ to monitor machine quality, functionality
Researchers at Purdue have developed a system for efficient, low-cost monitoring for machine health with audio-based artificial intelligence technology.
Media Contact: Chris Adam, cladam@prf.org
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