College of Computing at Georgia Tech

Ph.D. student Beatriz Palacios Abad and Professor Ellen Zegura do their research while hiking, measuring mobile internet connectivity on tribal lands in New Mexico. The pandemic has forced them to test their methodology closer to home in Georgia, but still they have made progress in their research and their professional relationship. Read more about their work in this #WomensHistoryMonth feature. https://womenshistorymonth.cc.gatech.edu/changing-the-land/

Pushing forward on gender equity is a top strategic driver for the College and the Institute so I’m pleased that we have ranked well in this report. There is still much to be done, but this is solid evidence that our efforts to even the playing field are paying off, and that we are moving in the right direction." -#GTComputing Dean Charles Isbell https://womenshistorymonth.cc.gatech.edu/changing-the-land/

Congrats to #GTComputing major Prerna Ravi for earning an Adobe Research Women-in-Technology Scholarship! Read all about her work and future plans at the link. #WomensHistoryMonth https://womenshistorymonth.cc.gatech.edu/student-spotlight/

#GTComputing alumna Candace Mitchell Harris had the root of an idea as a junior CS major. Looking for a way to combine her passions for technology and hair care, in addition to her own search to find the right hair products for herself, she founded MYAVANA. Read more at the link! #WomensHistoryMonth https://womenshistorymonth.cc.gatech.edu/alumni-buzz/

If you didn't attend the virtual NeurIPS conference this year, you may have missed this unique (and festive) keynote from College of Computing Dean Charles Isbell. Don't worry, you can view it in its entirety at the link!

As technology's influence in our daily lives continues to grow, so too has the importance of computing on all academic paths. #GTComputing is now teaching every undergrad. Learn more about the growth of the College as it celebrates 30 years.

Today, we share the bittersweet news that School of Interactive Computing Chair Ayanna Howard has accepted a position as Dean of Engineering at Ohio State. We are thrilled for her exciting new chapter and appreciate all of her contributions to Georgia Tech! http://b.gatech.edu/33xmXCh

Although Supercomputing 2020 is being held virtually this year, you can still join your peers online for a virtual party and poser show TONIGHT from 5:45-7:45 p.m. This show is open to the public. Just follow the link below for instructions on how to join! https://sites.gatech.edu/gtsc20/gtsc20-virtual-party/

Social distancing is currently one of the best ways to prevent Covid-19, but maintaining six feet can be challenging. Georgia Tech researchers have created a custom wearable device that helps users stay safely apart in public places.

This Friday, we are being treated to an incredible presentation by The New York Times Research and Development team on how they apply concepts like photogrammet...ry and spatial computing to enhance reporting at The New York Times. It's an event you do not want to miss! Details and Registration: https://bit.ly/3iEyVyD

In an effort to increase diversity in AI, Georgia Tech and Facebook AI have established a partnership that will increase pathways into the field. Learn more about the initiative below!