Purdue has been designated an overseas partnership institution for global technology cooperation by the Republic of Korea. The South Korea Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy announced April 5 that Purdue is one of only five U.S. institutions, and six worldwide, named as a formal academic partner to foster and promote joint research and development opportunities in critical technology sectors.
In mission-critical applications for the Department of Defense, any system weakness or flaw could have serious consequences, such as disruption, damage or even loss of life. To help mitigate the problem, a group of Purdue researchers has launched a multidisciplinary project to model, simulate and analyze cyber-physical systems. Code-named FIREFLY, the multiphase $6.5 million project is sponsored by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency under its Faithful Integrated Reverse-engineering and Exploitation program.
Former princess and sorceress Medea finds her status threatened when her husband, Jason, casts her aside for a younger princess. Anxious about what she might do, King Creon banishes Medea and her two sons from the city. After Medea begs for one more day in the city, her plea is granted — but at what cost? The Purdue Theatre production of “Medea” runs through Saturday (April 20) at Yue-Kong Pao Hall of Visual and Performing Arts.
As one of the oldest online programs offered by Purdue, the veterinary nursing distance learning program is undergoing a rejuvenation as it marks its 25th anniversary this year. Several factors are driving the VNDL program’s growth, from demand for educated veterinary technicians to a revamped battery of courses.
The Grant Street Parking Garage will close starting May 14 so repair work can be completed over the summer. It is expected to reopen ahead of the fall semester on Aug. 9. Throughout the closure, license plate recognition functionality and garage access cards will be disabled.