February 18, 2014
Researchers work on advancing infrared detector technology in the Center for Detectors. more »
Today’s Top Stories
RIT to address advancement for female faculty
Eight people throughout the university recently received grants to support leadership and career development for female tenured and tenure track faculty.
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Scientist takes novel look at the brain
The College of Science Distinguished Speaker series continues with a scientist who applies network science to understanding the structure and function of the human brain. Danielle Bassett will present “Human Brain Network Dynamics” at 4 p.m. Thursday.
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President Destler radio show airs on WITR
WITR-FM (89.7) presents “The Bill Destler Show,” featuring RIT’s president taking listener questions at 5 p.m. Wednesday. Call 475-2271, send questions to witrdj@rit.edu or tweet @WITR897.
Eight people throughout the university recently received grants to support leadership and career development for female tenured and tenure track faculty.
read more »
Scientist takes novel look at the brain
The College of Science Distinguished Speaker series continues with a scientist who applies network science to understanding the structure and function of the human brain. Danielle Bassett will present “Human Brain Network Dynamics” at 4 p.m. Thursday.
read more »
President Destler radio show airs on WITR
WITR-FM (89.7) presents “The Bill Destler Show,” featuring RIT’s president taking listener questions at 5 p.m. Wednesday. Call 475-2271, send questions to witrdj@rit.edu or tweet @WITR897.
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Infrared detector technology at Center for Detectors
Cheaper, larger and better infrared detectors grown on silicon wafers could give more scientists access to infrared astronomy and further spur the hunt for exoplanets and the study of the universe’s acceleration. The same technology could also advance remote sensing and medical imaging. watch video »
Cheaper, larger and better infrared detectors grown on silicon wafers could give more scientists access to infrared astronomy and further spur the hunt for exoplanets and the study of the universe’s acceleration. The same technology could also advance remote sensing and medical imaging. watch video »
Tiger Hockey
Binnington named Goaltender of the Week
Junior goaltender Ali Binnington of the women’s hockey team was named the College Hockey America Goaltender of the Week on Monday, her fourth weekly honor of the season, and eighth of her career.
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Junior goaltender Ali Binnington of the women’s hockey team was named the College Hockey America Goaltender of the Week on Monday, her fourth weekly honor of the season, and eighth of her career.
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Sports News
Men’s, women’s track and field finish third in championships
The women’s track and field team excelled in various sprint events at the 2014 Liberty League Indoor Track and Field Championships. Senior Marquis Moore of the men’s team was named the Liberty League Field Athlete of the Meet.
The women’s track and field team excelled in various sprint events at the 2014 Liberty League Indoor Track and Field Championships. Senior Marquis Moore of the men’s team was named the Liberty League Field Athlete of the Meet.
RIT in the News
Democrat and Chronicle
Bucknell prof to speak on branding at RIT
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Democrat and Chronicle
Men’s lacrosse: RIT looks strong again
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WXXI.org
ABC Gets $281,000 Grant to “Cure Violence” in Northeast Rochester
John Klofas, professor of criminal justice, quoted more »
The Huffington Post
Major Donor Has Remorse — Nonprofit Board/CEO Failed to Meaningfully Engage Him?
Guest essay by Eugene Fram, professor emeritus, Saunders College of Business more »
Democrat and Chronicle
Retrotech spurns Chicago, will expand in Henrietta
RIT mentioned more »
Bucknell prof to speak on branding at RIT
more »
Democrat and Chronicle
Men’s lacrosse: RIT looks strong again
more »
WXXI.org
ABC Gets $281,000 Grant to “Cure Violence” in Northeast Rochester
John Klofas, professor of criminal justice, quoted more »
The Huffington Post
Major Donor Has Remorse — Nonprofit Board/CEO Failed to Meaningfully Engage Him?
Guest essay by Eugene Fram, professor emeritus, Saunders College of Business more »
Democrat and Chronicle
Retrotech spurns Chicago, will expand in Henrietta
RIT mentioned more »
Today’s Weather
Upcoming Events
Blood drive: until 4 p.m. today, SAU Fireside Lounge (schedule appointment)
Open house: Venture Creations, 4–6 p.m. today, Venture Creations, 125 Tech Park Drive, Henrietta (shuttle available at Gleason Circle) (register)
Gray Matter Discussion Series: “Cultural Landmines: Language, Offense and Action,” 5 p.m. today, SAU room 2160 (register)
Community Service Fair: Learn about local nonprofit agencies, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Feb. 19, SAU lobby
Kern Lecture Series: “Fairytale Brands,” Jonathan Bean, Bucknell University, 3:45 p.m. Feb. 20, Liberal Arts Hall, room 1251
College of Science Distinguished Speaker: “Human Brain Network Dynamics,” Danielle S. Bassett, University of Pennsylvania, 4 p.m. Feb. 20, Gosnell Hall, room A300
Faculty/Undergraduate Reading Series: Featuring Visiting Assistant Professor of English Michael Sarnowski and student Angela Freeman, 5 p.m. Feb. 20, Cary Collection room, Wallace Center
Digital Humanities Distinguished Speaker Series: “Textual Science and the Future of the Past,” Gregory Heyworth, director, The Lazarus Project, 8 p.m. Feb. 20, Carlson Auditorium
Thursday Night Cinema: A Beautiful Mind, 10 p.m. Feb. 20, Ingle Auditorium
Panel: “What is it Like to Choose and Live with a Cochlear Implant?” with contributors to New Beginnings, noon Feb. 21, CSD Student Development Center
Open house: Venture Creations, 4–6 p.m. today, Venture Creations, 125 Tech Park Drive, Henrietta (shuttle available at Gleason Circle) (register)
Gray Matter Discussion Series: “Cultural Landmines: Language, Offense and Action,” 5 p.m. today, SAU room 2160 (register)
Community Service Fair: Learn about local nonprofit agencies, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Feb. 19, SAU lobby
Kern Lecture Series: “Fairytale Brands,” Jonathan Bean, Bucknell University, 3:45 p.m. Feb. 20, Liberal Arts Hall, room 1251
College of Science Distinguished Speaker: “Human Brain Network Dynamics,” Danielle S. Bassett, University of Pennsylvania, 4 p.m. Feb. 20, Gosnell Hall, room A300
Faculty/Undergraduate Reading Series: Featuring Visiting Assistant Professor of English Michael Sarnowski and student Angela Freeman, 5 p.m. Feb. 20, Cary Collection room, Wallace Center
Digital Humanities Distinguished Speaker Series: “Textual Science and the Future of the Past,” Gregory Heyworth, director, The Lazarus Project, 8 p.m. Feb. 20, Carlson Auditorium
Thursday Night Cinema: A Beautiful Mind, 10 p.m. Feb. 20, Ingle Auditorium
Panel: “What is it Like to Choose and Live with a Cochlear Implant?” with contributors to New Beginnings, noon Feb. 21, CSD Student Development Center
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