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Why Pickleball is Noisy: Professor Sarkar Weighs In
August 30, 2025
In Yahoo! News, MAE Professor Kausik Sarkar explains the science behind pickleball’s sharp, mid-frequency sound compared to tennis’s lower thud.
Coordinated by Schurr, GW Engineering’s AI Research Takes the National Stage
August 18, 2025
Determined to showcase GW Engineering's impact-directed research, rising junior Aidan Schurr coordinated the school’s booth at the 2025 SCSP AI + EXPO in Washington, D.C.
Exploring AI Use in Engineering Classrooms: A Reflection by Lorena Barba
August 12, 2025
IBL News summarizes Professor Lorena Barba's discussion of how generative AI is transforming learning in engineering, emphasizing its impact on knowledge work and education through her own experience.
