News Stories

Newsday publishes commentary from Eric Hittinger, chair of the Department of Public Policy, on the rapid expansion of AI data centers. (This content will require a subscription to view.)

WHAM-TV highlights RIT's role in the new NSF-funded STELLAR Engine, a regional innovation hub that will advance laser research, manufacturing, workforce development, and economic growth across the Rochester-Finger Lakes region.

Rochester Beacon highlights “Time to Kill,” the first museum exhibition for Ahndraya Parlato, assistant professor in the College of Art and Design. The exhibit showcases an exploration of aging, identity, and societal expectations.

PIC Magazine highlights RIT's role in the newly funded STELLAR initiative, emphasizing the university's expertise in photonic integrated circuits, semiconductor fabrication, optical manufacturing, and photonics education to advance next-generation laser technologies.

RIT is hosting four Research Experience for Undergraduate (REU) program sites this summer, which are designed for students to develop a passion for research and receive guidance for pursuing graduate careers. The university has a longstanding history hosting REU sites, which are funded by grants from the National Science Foundation.

Rochester Business Journal reports that RIT is helping launch STELLAR, a University of Rochester-led initiative backed by the National Science Foundation to expand the nation's laser research and innovation ecosystem.

WROC-TV highlights a regional coalition selected by the National Science Foundation to establish STELLAR, a national hub for laser innovation and workforce development. RIT is a key partner in the coalition.

Rochester Beacon highlights RIT's role as a key partner in STELLAR, a new National Science Foundation Regional Innovation Engine that will strengthen laser research, manufacturing, workforce development, and regional economic growth.

WXXI News spotlights RIT's participation in the NSF-funded STELLAR initiative, a collaborative effort to position the Rochester region as a national leader in laser technologies and advanced manufacturing.

WROC-TV turns to Elizabeth Ruder, associate professor and head of the Wegmans School of Health and Nutrition, for guidance on food safety during a nationwide cyclospora outbreak, including practical tips for selecting and preparing fresh produce.

The National Science Foundation will award $15 million over the next two years to the Rochester/Finger Lakes region of New York to establish a national hub for laser science and development. RIT is a key partner in the initiative.

Basis Point Insight publishes a commentary by Amit Batabyal, the Arthur J. Gosnell Professor of Economics and head of the Department of Sustainability, examining the economic tradeoffs associated with carbon taxes.