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Rethinking Rare Earth Elements
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Rethinking Rare Earth Elements

Researchers are looking to untapped sources—from fertilizer waste to printed circuit boards—to solve the environmental and supply chain problems of rare earth elements...

Éva Tardos Named ACM Athena Lecturer For Technical and Mentoring Contributions
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Éva Tardos Named ACM Athena Lecturer For Technical and Mentoring Contributions

Cornell University professor made significant contributions in many areas of theoretical computer science.

Quantum Datacenter Intranet Advances
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Quantum Datacenter Intranet Advances

While these breakthroughs must be considered proofs of concept, they demonstrate the pieces of future quantum datacenters are coming together, says independent...

Carla E. Brodley of Northeastern University to Receive Inaugural ACM Frances E. Allen Award for Outstanding Mentoring
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Carla E. Brodley of Northeastern University to Receive Inaugural ACM Frances E. Allen Award for Outstanding Mentoring

Brodley developed, disseminated data-driven mentoring practices to make computer science more diverse, inclusive, and equitable.

The Failings of Machine Learning Models
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The Failings of Machine Learning Models

Risk assessment, accountability, explainability, and bias, among other factors, challenge the success of machine learning.  

First, There Were Bug Bounties. Now, Here Come the Bias Bounties
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First, There Were Bug Bounties. Now, Here Come the Bias Bounties

Offering rewards for the identification of bias in algorithms.

In Memoriam    Yulia Zdanovska: 2000-2022
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In Memoriam Yulia Zdanovska: 2000-2022

A gifted mathematician, Zdanovska began participating in Informatics, Mathematics, and Physics Olympiads during her time in elementary school.  

ACM Prize in Computing Recognizes Pioneer of Robot Learning
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ACM Prize in Computing Recognizes Pioneer of Robot Learning

Pieter Abbeel's groundbreaking research helped shape contemporary robotics and continues to drive the future of the field.

BlackByte Ransomware Bites Critical Infrastructure, the San Francisco 49ers
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BlackByte Ransomware Bites Critical Infrastructure, the San Francisco 49ers

One ransomware attack struck a professional football team as competitors were preparing for the Super Bowl.

Europeans Wary of New Digital Identity
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Europeans Wary of New Digital Identity

Rollout of European Digital Identity sparks Big Brother-type fears.

Do EV Charging Stations Open the Power Grid to Attack?
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Do EV Charging Stations Open the Power Grid to Attack?

Electric vehicle Charging Station Management Systems need greater focus on security.

ACM, CSTA Announce 2021–22 Cutler-Bell Student Winners
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ACM, CSTA Announce 2021–22 Cutler-Bell Student Winners

Four students were recognized for their engagement in computer science.

The Data Science Boom is Here
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The Data Science Boom is Here

Data science brings a new spin to computer science education.  

In Memoriam Andrea Danyluk 1963–2022
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In Memoriam Andrea Danyluk 1963–2022

Danyluk was Mary A. and William Wirt Warren Professor of Computer Science at Williams College, and co-chair of the Committee on Widening Participation in Computing...

Validating NFTs
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Validating NFTs

Ensuring the security of non-fungible tokens.

Will No-Code Crack the Code?
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Will No-Code Crack the Code?

No-code platforms help non-coders program, but developers will always be needed.

Medical Digital Twins: a New Frontier
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Medical Digital Twins: a New Frontier

Today, a digital twin of the pancreas; tomorrow, the immune system?

Digital Technology Fans Firefighting
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Digital Technology Fans Firefighting

New tools help firefighters identify the dynamics and characteristics of a fire—and respond more effectively.

A Source of Security Challenges for Years to Come
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A Source of Security Challenges for Years to Come

Cybersecurity experts agree the recently uncovered Log4Shell software vulnerability is the most dangerous on record.

Trying On Smart Clothes
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Trying On Smart Clothes

Smart clothing is coming into fashion.
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