Do you know how RPI Engineering faculty are shaping the future? In just 20 minutes, you’ll discover how their research is changing the world! Join us to learn how TED Talk meets research presented in PechaKucha style! Open to ALL!!
Professor Ed Palermo, Professor of Materials Science & Engineering
Can the brain and spine truly heal themselves after injury?
For decades, treating brain and spinal injuries has relied on drugs that often miss the mark, unable to reach the right place at the right time. But what if we could change that? Come hear Dr. Ed Palermo share how his lab is designing soft, bio-inspired materials that do more than deliver medicine—they guide healing. These materials, made from estrogen-based polymers, act like scaffolds, helping nerve cells grow while gently releasing drugs where they’re needed most.
Professor Rich Radke, Professor of Electrical, Computers and Systems Engineering
Ever wondered how a room can “know” what you’re doing? Or how an airport could track passengers and their luggage in real time?
Join Prof. Rich Radke as he shares his journey through the world of computer vision and machine learning, building intelligent systems that respond to people and environments at scale. From smart spaces to massive multi-user displays, discover how his research is shaping the future of occupant-aware technology—and hear firsthand about the collaborations and career path that brought him here.
School of Engineering
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Jonsson Engineering Center
110 8th Street Troy, NY 12180 USA
