UMD MATRIX Lab

There's still time to register for our April 2 Evening@SMART presentation! Sanghamitra Dutta will be discussing how to ensure machine learning algorithms are explainable and trustworthy, especially in high-stakes situations. She will showcase several explanation strategies deep-rooted in mathematical foundations. Learn more and register now at https://lnkd.in/etxGc4ku

The MATRIX Lab has established its inaugural Industry Advisory Board. The diverse group, which covers several sectors, will help established industry partnerships and guide research. Meet our IAB here: https://lnkd.in/e5xNjRHc Vikram Manikonda, Kingsley Fregene, Bob Gleichauf, Evgeni Gousev, Philip Luca, Garry Schwartz, Katie Selbe, Reza Ghodssi, Matt Scassero

Two opportunities for high schoolers to stay busy this summer! The STEM summer camp introduces general engineering concepts like design, electronics, and coding. No experience required except being interested in and excited about STEM! The App-AI camp is for students who have already done the STEM summer camp, or have experience with coding and/or interest in AI. Both these camps are FREE!! Learn more and apply now! https://lnkd.in/empfFJEn

Thank you Donald "Bucket" Costello III, PhD for a great Evening@SMART! Dr. Costello outlined the work that needs to be done in order for truly autonomous systems to be as trustworthy and reliable, and explained the research he's working on to move toward that goal. If you missed this one, catch the next one on April 2 with Sanghamitra Dutta! You can register now at https://lnkd.in/eHM38bCr

The MATRIX Lab is hiring for a new position! The Assistant Director for Research Development is a rare opportunity in a unique lab. This position will work with partners including Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD), Office of Naval Research, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, U.S. Army DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory, and Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) as well as industry in the AeroPark Innovation District and St. Mary's County Department of Economic Development. The Research Development Director will also work with University of Maryland connections including the lab's affiliated research faculty and UMD UAS Research and Operations Center. Work with us to advance research and enhance education in this important position! If you have any questions, reach out to Matt Scassero. Apply now or share with a colleague:?https://lnkd.in/dunYTSM5

We're looking forward to hearing from our own Donald "Bucket" Costello III, PhD! Register for his presentation at https://lnkd.in/ekGGCQNQ

Dive into the complexities of when we can be sure autonomous systems are reliable with Donald "Bucket" Costello III, PhD at our next Evening@SMART presentation! Register now at https://lnkd.in/ekGGCQNQ

Outdoor research doesn't stop just because it's cold! Our Director of Test and Evaluation of Autonomous Systems Donald "Bucket" Costello III, PhD is out on the water conducting research with Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD), The George Washington University, University of Maryland, and United States Naval Academy. That's the Bay Bridge in the background! ?? ??

University of Maryland - A. James Clark School of Engineering researchers' work on an ingestible capsule that can monitor gut health has been published in the Springer Nature journal 'Microsystems and Nanoengineering.' The capsule could enhance the quality of life for the millions of people affected by gastrointestinal disorders. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/euQDXkcx Brian Holt, Justin Stine, Beardslee Luke, Hammed Ayansola, Younggeon Jin, Pankaj Jay Pasricha, Reza Ghodssi

We are excited to bring back our research internships for undergrads! Students have the opportunity to contribute to a great project already in progress, or work on their own! Learn more and apply now at the links below! Ingestible Capsule: https://lnkd.in/e7URAmwn Buoyancy Robot: https://lnkd.in/eUwtNZ27 Bring-Your-Own: https://lnkd.in/eaYWHdvP BONUS - UROC Internship: https://lnkd.in/e3SmXqZX