Michael Vasilyev, a professor of electrical engineering at the University of Texas at Arlington, has been awarded an $800,000 grant by the National Science Foundation to lead a project expanding research and education in quantum information science and engineering. [Photo: UTA]
The highly competitive grant shows NSF’s willingness to expand the study of quantum information technology to universities that are aspiring to become major players in the field, said UTA professor Michael Vasilyeve, who will lead the project.
One purpose of the NSF's expansion program is to ensure a steady supply of skilled workers for the quantum information technology industry, which is constantly in need of more talent than is available.
In this weekly roundup of research and development activity in North Texas, you'll also find out about a major honor given to an electrical engineering professor at the University of Texas at Arlington.
North Texas is a big place, with plenty to do, see, hear, and watch. We scour the internet every week to find events and activities for you. As always, things may change at any time, so be sure to check the official website or registration page for the latest details....
Until recently, the majority of Lee Brown’s academic career and research at Texas Woman’s University had centered on corporate political activities and business-government interaction. But just two short years ago, Brown, the business college’s associate dean of research and an associate professor of management, started delving into artificial intelligence technology....
“It’s destined to happen somewhere. I’d rather it happen here first.”
Giovanni Capriglione
Texas State Representative
Chair, Pensions, Investments, and Financial Services Committee
…on the potential for Texas to create a Bitcoin strategic reserve ahead of federal initiatives, speaking at the Texas Blockchain Summit in Dallas this week....
NexPoint Real Estate Advisors announced that Paul Richards will succeed Brian Mitts as chief financial officer, among other positions. Mitts is stepping away from his day-to-day role and will resign from all his positions effective Dec....
The Texas Academy of Medicine, Engineering, Science and Technology announced that Lyda Hill and Lyda Hill Philanthropies are this year’s recipients of its Kay Bailey Hutchison Distinguished Service Award.
TAMEST said it’s recognizing Hill—a Dallas businesswoman and philanthropist and the granddaughter of oil magnate H.L....
North Texas is a big place, with plenty to do, see, hear, and watch. We scour the internet every week to find events and activities for you. As always, things may change at any time, so be sure to check the official website or registration page for the latest details....
Until recently, the majority of Lee Brown’s academic career and research at Texas Woman’s University had centered on corporate political activities and business-government interaction. But just two short years ago, Brown, the business college’s associate dean of research and an associate professor of management, started delving into artificial intelligence technology....
“It’s destined to happen somewhere. I’d rather it happen here first.”
Giovanni Capriglione
Texas State Representative
Chair, Pensions, Investments, and Financial Services Committee
…on the potential for Texas to create a Bitcoin strategic reserve ahead of federal initiatives, speaking at the Texas Blockchain Summit in Dallas this week....
NexPoint Real Estate Advisors announced that Paul Richards will succeed Brian Mitts as chief financial officer, among other positions. Mitts is stepping away from his day-to-day role and will resign from all his positions effective Dec....
The Texas Academy of Medicine, Engineering, Science and Technology announced that Lyda Hill and Lyda Hill Philanthropies are this year’s recipients of its Kay Bailey Hutchison Distinguished Service Award.
TAMEST said it’s recognizing Hill—a Dallas businesswoman and philanthropist and the granddaughter of oil magnate H.L....