by jennifer | Apr 29, 2025 | Center News
Get ready for an inspiring global event! The 2025 COMPASS AI/ML Grand Challenge, taking place from June 2–10, invites African researchers, data scientists, and AI/ML practitioners to step up and tackle some of the world’s most pressing challenges through...
by jennifer | Mar 14, 2025 | Center News, Junior Scientists Board News
At COMPASS, we take pride in nurturing the next generation of scientists, innovators, and entrepreneurs. One such inspiring journey is that of Dhanush Udayashankara Jamadgni, a PhD student working with Prof. Martin Thuo and a dedicated member of our Junior Scientists...
by jennifer | Mar 5, 2025 | Center News, CERA News
COMPASS PhD student Alain Kadar, who conducts research in Prof. Kotov and Prof. Glotzer’s Lab, recently had the opportunity to travel to Ethiopia as a CERA Fellow. His time at AASTU (Addis Ababa Science and Technology University) was filled with impactful...
by leeshlee | Mar 1, 2025 | Center News
Michael Veksler, a PhD student in Kotovlab, visited Senegal for collaboration and exchange! Michael mentioned: “Conducting research in Senegal has provided me with a new perspective on the innovative approaches required in a resource-constrained environment. I...
by jennifer | Feb 24, 2025 | Center News
We are thrilled to announce and celebrate a remarkable achievement by COMPASS member Prof. Ying Diao, who has been honored with the prestigious Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE). This award represents the highest recognition...
by jennifer | Feb 12, 2025 | Center News
We are thrilled to announce that Professor Nicholas Kotov has been elected to the National Academy of Engineering (NAE)—one of the highest professional honors in the field of engineering. This prestigious recognition highlights his groundbreaking work in biomimetic...
