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The University of Memphis
Joined March 2015
Big news! 🚀 The @NSF-funded AI-MERGE Program is launching at UofM, bringing AI and engineering together to give undergrads hands-on experience solving real-world challenges. Meet the next generation of innovators: ow.ly/HkMg50ZV36n #FedExInstitute #AI #Engineering
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What really stops an earthquake in its tracks? 🌍⚡️ UofM scientists are uncovering how earthquake ruptures end—and what it means for predicting seismic safety. Learn more: ow.ly/OkqB50ZV3eu #FedExInstitute
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Explore “Vibe Coding” with Dr. David Taylor at the FedEx Institute of Technology! See how AI-assisted coding can boost your Power BI workflow. 🗓 Oct. 20 | 5:30–7 PM 📍 FIT Innovation Classroom RSVP: ow.ly/Ncw050ZV478 #PowerBI #AICoding #TechEvent #TechMeetup
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The MaX Lab at UofM is transforming research! Led by Dr. Jeya Amantha Kumar, new multimodal tools reveal how we engage with AI and digital tech. Discover the future of human-centered research: memphis.edu/research/impact/… #FedExInstitute #Innovation
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🚀 UofM is launching the Quantum Information Science Research Program! This bold step sparks innovation, builds expertise, and puts us at the forefront of quantum breakthroughs. Discover more: ow.ly/22mc50ZV17i #QuantumResearch #FedExInstitute #UofM
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Boost your grant proposals! 📊✨ Join “Measuring Success: Creating Effective Evaluation and Assessment Plans for Grants” with Todd Zoblotsky, CREP director. 🗓 Oct. 8 | 1–2 PM 📍 FedEx Institute of Technology or Teams Register: ow.ly/IZNt50ZV3Zr
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Level up your web app skills at the next DevMemphis Meetup: Building with Supabase & Cloudflare! 🗓 Oct. 7 | 6–8 PM 📍 460 S. Highland St. 🎟 Free & open to all 👉 Register: bit.ly/3QwXy8Z #FedExInstitute #DevMemphis #MemphisTech
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How does stress reshape decision-making? 🧠 Join Dr. Stan B. Floresco (@UBC) at our Cognitive Science Seminar to explore how stress impacts learning, flexibility, and mental health. 📅 Oct. 7 | 4–5 PM 📍 ERIC 201/203 Info: ow.ly/7SiF50ZV3Lk
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How is AI transforming education? In "Research in a Minute," Dr. Andrew Tawfik explores how smarter learning tech is boosting classroom engagement and results. Discover more: ow.ly/1oCA50ZNnSE #FedExInstitute #EdTech #AIinEducation
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UofM welcomes two distinguished researchers as Dunavant Endowed Professors in Supply Chain Management! Proud to have them join the Fogelman College of Business & Economics this fall. Details: blogs.memphis.edu/newsroom/2… #FedExInstitute #UofM #SupplyChain #Research #Innovation
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What can a red feather reveal? UofM researcher wins @NSF award to study how red feathers link appearance to animal health. $1.4M project explores the science behind color in wildlife. Read more: ow.ly/Fv5L50ZNnKw #FedExInstitute #NSF #Research #STEM #Science
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UofM-CAESER is advancing groundwater protection at the West TN Megasite. $500K+ in research will combine monitoring, geophysics & modeling to help safeguard the Memphis aquifer as demand rises. Read more: ow.ly/boOp50ZNnCo #Groundwater #WaterProtection #Sustainability
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Can staying digitally connected support a healthier brain as we age? @NIH-funded UofM research explores tech use, cognitive health, and dementia risk in older adults in rural communities. Read more: ow.ly/UAwQ50ZNnpe #HealthyAging #DigitalInclusion #CognitiveHealth
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UofM researchers are building better infant feeding support for parents with developmental disabilities, thanks to a new RWJF award. Learn more: memphis.edu/research/impact/… #FedExInstitute #HealthEquity #RWJF #UofMResearch #DisabilityInclusion
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How does generative AI shape responsible research? The University of Memphis is leading with resources for ethical innovation. Read more: memphis.edu/research/impact/… #AI #ResearchIntegrity #TechEthics #FedExInstitute #UofM
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Nearly 200 leaders gathered at the FedEx Institute of Technology for #AICC2026! Industry, government, and higher ed joined forces to turn AI’s potential into real-world impact for the Mid-South. Read more: ow.ly/3oAr50ZNmu9 #AI #Cybersecurity #Memphis #TechLeadership
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A strand of hair can reveal a world of insight. Dr. Emily Puckett and her UofM team are using genomics to help monitor and protect Southeast Alaska’s brown bears. The bear pictured was safely sedated for research. Read more: ow.ly/Akvw50ZNmk0 #Genomics #WildlifeConservation
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Researchers at the University of Memphis and @virginia_tech are using a modified Call of Duty 4 to help train @MarineCorpsU Sergeants School students. Read more: ow.ly/uCg350ZNikX #FedExInstitute #Innovation #EdTech
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Bold ideas, real impact! 🚀 UofM researchers are launching startups and tech solutions that drive growth across the Mid-South. See how science becomes success: memphis.edu/research/impact/… #FedExInstitute #Innovation #Startups #UMemphis #STEM
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Big news! UofM has joined the national @ResearchMatch network—connecting our researchers with a broader, more diverse pool of volunteers to accelerate health discoveries. Learn more: ow.ly/5mJc50ZyyAw #ResearchMatch #MedicalResearch #UofMImpact
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