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Monash IT Prof John Grundy to lead prestigious ASE 2020
21 September, 2020
The 35th IEEE/ACM International Conference on Automated Software Engineering (ASE 2020) will run virtually from Monday 21 September – Friday 25 September, with ARC Laureate Professor
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Interactive map identifies Melburnians' 5km 'Friend Zone'
18 September, 2020
With Melbourne residents prevented from going further than 5km from home during lockdown, a map developed by Monash University researchers is making it easier to see a friend outdoors.
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Virtual artwork fosters social connection during COVID-19
8 September, 2020
A collaborative project between Monash University’s Exertion Games Lab and PluginHUMAN, designed to keep people connected during the pandemic lockdown, has been honoured at Australia’s International Good Design Awards.
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Reflected gaze: How an AI poet sees your emotional self
28 August, 2020
An interactive AI mirror, designed by Faculty of IT and SensiLab researchers, is bringing participants into the artwork as part of this year’s digital
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COVID-19 public health measures: Worldwide responses observed through a social lens
28 August, 2020
While Australians tweeted about panic buying, New Zealanders tweeted their support of strict COVID-19 lockdowns. A Monash University study which analysed close to three million tweets across six countries, has found key trends associated with
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Video games teach children empathy
24 August, 2020
A recent study has shown evidence that young children can develop their empathy skills using computer technology. Specifically, a game created by the researchers named The Empathy World was used to test and improve children’s
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Monash to recognise elite student performers in eSports category
20 August, 2020
Monash University is nurturing the next generation of gamers through an innovative platform for eSports players to compete on the world stage.
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Academia and industry collaborate to advance optimisation technologies
19 August, 2020
Monash University will contribute to an interdisciplinary collaboration with The University of Melbourne through a 2020 Australian Research Council (ARC) Industrial Transformation Training Centre (ITTC).
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IT Faculty commemorates 30 years of innovation and excellence
17 August, 2020
As the only dedicated Information Technology (IT) faculty in the Group of Eight universities, the Faculty of IT at Monash University continues to lead the way in research and education, while pushing the boundaries of digital innovation.
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Making for all: Encouraging STEM inclusivity for those with disabilities
12 August, 2020
As part of National Science Week 2020, Superstar of STEM and Monash Faculty of Information Technology (IT) academic, Dr Kirsten Ellis will demonstrate how STEM activities can be more equitable and inclusive for those with disabilities.
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AI in the classroom: Maximising spatial design and improving learning outcomes
5 August, 2020
Monash University researchers have analysed positioning patterns of teachers within a number of learning environments to develop an advanced artificial intelligence (AI) system, called Moodoo, which determines the best teaching positions for
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Humanising healthcare through game-play design thinking
5 August, 2020
Endoscopy patients will soon be able to ‘play’ with their insides as part of an innovative research project that aims to integrate humans and technology through fun experiences with ingestible sensors.
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Technology to promote communication of emotion in times of social isolation
23 July, 2020
A new artificial intelligence (AI) and augmented reality (AR) device which recognises and reads the emotional cues of those around us could be a welcome step in combating mental health disorders experienced as a result of COVID-19.
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I scream, you scream, we all scream for musical ice cream
20 July, 2020
There’s no denying that eating ice cream makes us happy, but what about ice cream that plays music while we’re eating? Could playful ice cream be the future of our beloved frozen favourite?
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New Deputy Dean (Research) for the Faculty of IT
13 July, 2020
The Faculty of IT is proud to appoint Professor Maria Garcia de la Banda as Deputy Dean (Research) starting 25 July.
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Learning analytics dashboards: Understanding the influence of tech in our classrooms
9 July, 2020
Researchers from Monash University have developed a new model for learning analytics to help developers create better educational technology, following a systematic literature review of learning analytics dashboards.
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Our future homes: Visions from the energy and digital tech industries
26 June, 2020
Researchers from Monash University’s Emerging Technologies Research Lab have conducted an analysis of how the energy and tech sectors predict our everyday lives will change in the home of the future. Based on a review of key industry
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eBikes pedal up on safety with EEG technology
22 June, 2020
Researchers from Monash University, IBM Research - Australia and the University of Southampton have developed an eBike prototype that has the ability to “read” a cyclist’s mind and respond to a potentially dangerous situation,
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AI-generated medical reports to offer accurate, timely diagnosis of COVID-19
19 June, 2020
Advanced artificial intelligence (AI) is being used to examine medical images and formulate a comprehensive analysis to assist medical professionals with diagnosing COVID-19.
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Power surge: Decentralised energy market reduces grid pressure, cuts costs
12 June, 2020
Monash University researchers have developed an energy exchange framework to better manage distributed energy resources, and help consumers lower their power costs.