CCC is thrilled to announce that the following six computing researchers have joined the CCC Council: Weisong Shi, University of Delaware Rayid Ghani, Carnegie Mellon University Sebastian Elbaum, University of Virginia Rachel Greenstadt, New York University Manish Parashar, The University of Utah Gabrielle Allen, University of Wyoming Starting today, July 1, newly appointed members will begin their three-year terms on the CCC Council. Consisting of 20 individuals with expertise spanning various computing areas, they play a vital role in steering CCC’s visioning initiatives and facilitating the emergence of innovative ideas for future computing research.  The CCC and CRA extend our gratitude to outgoing council members whose terms conclude on June […]

The Computing Community Consortium (CCC) wishes Dan Lopresti well as his 2-year term as Council Chair comes to a close. June 30th marks the end of Lopresti’s term and CCC is grateful for his leadership. He remains on the Council for another year as Chair Emeritus. Lopresti has been an active member of the CCC since 2015. His contributions to the community since the start are extensive, but we will share just a few here: In 2020, Lopresti co-organized and collaborated with partners including Delta 8.7 at United Nations University, the United Kingdom’s Alan Turing Institute and the Rights Lab at the University of Nottingham for the Code 8.7 on […]

Are you curious about where computational advancements will be in four decades? The Computing Community Consortium’s (CCC) council member Bill Gropp and The Computing Research Association’s Widening Participation (CRA-WP) board member Nancy Amato along with four other faculty members from the University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign (UIUC) shared their knowledge on how developments in computer science and robotics will impact society by 2067.  In an article from Illinois Alumni at the UIUC, these experts see a future of innovation and optimism despite possible challenges.  Computer Science In the future, Gropp explained that computing advancements won’t rely on faster hardware alone. Instead, compute speedups will depend on making processes more efficient […]

In today’s rapidly advancing technological landscape, robots are seen as a potential tool for childhood education and development. From educational resources to companionship, experts such as roboticist Henrik Christensen believe robots can mentor children.  “There are companies who have created robots to help children with autism. They have found that kids like to interact with them rather than other kids,” Christensen said. “It can be helpful for all children, especially with learning how to read or develop math skills. Kids can get mentorship individually at home.” Now let’s explore how robots can benefit children in various aspects of their growth and learning journey. Making learning engaging One of the primary […]

In another installment of CCC’s Weekly Computing News, we are sharing a technical tool to support the health and wellbeing of veterans and other vulnerable populations. AI-enabled support for veterans A team of researchers from Arizona State University, led by associate professors Nicole Roberts and Ming Zhao, is pioneering a project aimed at enhancing healthcare outcomes for aging veterans using artificial intelligence and edge computing technologies. Veterans, who often face social isolation and health challenges due to their unique life experiences, are the focus of this initiative. The project, supported by a grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF), aims to develop a specialized AI system called EdgeCare. This system […]

In recent years, industries have been struggling with a significant challenge: a shortage of skilled labor. This issue spans various fields, from manufacturing to healthcare, and is increased by factors such as demographic shifts, skill gaps, and economic fluctuations.  However, amidst these challenges, research such as the 2024 Robotics Roadmap see robotics and automation as a possible solution. Here’s how: Revolutionizing Manufacturing One of the most prominent areas where robotics is making a transformative impact is manufacturing. Traditionally labor-intensive processes have increasingly been automated, not to replace human workers, but to complement their efforts. Robots excel in tasks requiring precision, consistency, and repetition, allowing human workers to focus on more […]