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VSU Team Begins Work on “Logistics Convoy” Concept
For 8 years now Virginia State University (VSU) students have been exploring drones and how they can be used with artificial intelligence and machine learning.
VSU Team Takes Fourth Place in AI Tracks at Sea Naval Challenge
A Virginia State University (VSU) student team took fourth place in the Artificial Intelligence Tracks at Sea Challenge competition held in the fall of 2020.
Proposal to Boost Cloud Computing, Research and Manufacturing Resources
A recent budget proposal could bring enhanced cloud computing to Virginia and lend an economic boost to manufacturing in the Petersburg area, while bringing key Virginia Innovation Partnership Authority (VIPA) members on site together.
How the light gets in: Hope after a fractured year
Most of us never will forget 2020. Many wish its difficulties had not happened. But we don’t get to choose the challenges we face. We only know we must squarely face them, with strength, resolve and compassion.
Leadership Development Research Paper Wins Award
Leadership development is fundamental to culture change, but the cost can be significant. Does the outcome justify the investment?
CCALS 2020 in Review: Rising to the Challenge
To call 2020 challenging is an understatement, but it was also an inspiring year as we watched people rise to meet those challenges. The logistics sector was no exception, as resourceful thinkers pushed through roadblocks, pivoted to find opportunities, and solved new...
Plotting the Future of Clean Energy in Virginia
This is the first in a series exploring energy markets in the Commonwealth of Virginia. This article summarizes where Virginia’s energy resources are headed and lays out three challenges in moving toward renewable energy.
Engineering Systems and Environment Professor Elected a Fellow of AAAS
We at CCALS are happy to see Jim Lambert elected a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science – it is well-deserved recognition for his outstanding contributions. Jim has been a CCALS partner, serving on our Technical Advisory Committee since the beginning.
James H. Lambert, professor in the Department of Engineering Systems and Environment, was elected a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science “for distinguished contributions to the field of risk analysis, particularly using systems engineering tools to address critical infrastructure risk and resilience,” which refers to the ability of systems to continue functioning despite crises and disruptions.
Phlow, VCU Engineering, and Partners Reimagine Prescription Drug Manufacturing in the US
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted urgent problems with pharmaceutical sourcing and manufacturing. With drugs and medical supplies in short supply during spikes, logistics and supply chain have become familiar terms. … It’s not surprising, then, that the Richmond Technology Council awarded the Outstanding Collaboration in Tech Award to Phlow USA & VCU Engineering’s Medicines for All (M4ALL) Institute last month.
Silicon Virginia?
CCALS is excited to be a part of this groundbreaking effort.
Gov. Ralph Northam recently signed legislation to establish the Virginia Innovation Partnership Authority (VIPA) in an effort to boost the state’s technology aspirations.
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