Innovation

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is launching its first-ever summer camp focused on artificial intelligence and mental health, bringing together high school and college students for a week of innovation and hands-on learning. The AI & Mental Health Hackathon will host 30 high school students and 12 college students from 9 a.m. to … UA Little Rock to Host AI and Mental Health Summer Camp for Students

UA Little Rock will spotlight cutting-edge research and innovations in artificial intelligence during its inaugural AI Tech Talk event from 2-4 p.m. Thursday, April 24. Hosted by UA Little Rock Tech Launch, the event in the Engineering and Information Technology Building Auditorium will feature 12 presentations from faculty and graduate students across multiple disciplines, highlighting … UA Little Rock to Host Inaugural AI Tech Talk Showcasing Campus Innovations on April 24

Martin McCorkle, a junior computer engineering major from Malvern, is pushing the boundaries of human-computer interaction through his research project that will be among the many student-led research projects showcased at the Student Research and Creative Works Expo on April 18 at UA Little Rock. His research project, “Brain-Computer Interface Optimized for Racing Vehicles,” investigates … McCorkle Explores Brain-Computer Interfaces for Racing Vehicles at Student Research Expo

With support from the Kerry Kennedy Aspiring Playwright Endowment, the School of Literary and Performing Arts is hosting two unique events this semester. Associate Professor of Theatre Arts Dr. Lawrence Smith and the school will present Kerry Kennedy’s play, “The Last Beautiful Words,” at 5 p.m. on Friday, April 11 at UA Little Rock Downtown.  … UA Little Rock’s Kerry Kennedy Aspiring Playwright Endowment Brings Opportunities to Theatre Students

Small business owners and entrepreneurs seeking funding will have a unique opportunity to pitch their projects at Lender Quick-Connect: Find Your Funder. The Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center is hosting the new no-cost event on May 7, from 1 to 4 p.m., at the Reynolds Business Center on the campus of the University … ASBTDC Announces New Lender Quick-Connect Event for Small Businesses May 7 in Little Rock

Dr. Arya Basu, an assistant professor of computer science at UA Little Rock, has received international recognition for his research exploring the long-term impact of virtual reality (VR) on education. His paper, “From Novelty to Knowledge: A Longitudinal Investigation of the Novelty Effect on Learning Outcomes in Virtual Reality,” received the Best Paper Honorable Mention … Basu’s Research on Virtual Reality Learning Earns International Recognition

Three University of Arkansas at Little Rock researchers have been awarded Arkansas Research Alliance (ARA) Impact Grants to advance groundbreaking projects in nanotechnology, food safety, and artificial bone repair. The grants, part of a $1.86 million initiative, support research that drives innovation and economic growth in Arkansas. Dr. Alex Biris, chief scientist at the Center … UA Little Rock Researchers Receive Arkansas Research Alliance Impact Grants

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has announced the latest recipients of its sustainability grants, which support innovative projects aimed at promoting environmental responsibility on campus.

UA Little Rock Downtown is celebrating the rich musical heritage of Arkansas with a new exhibit, “Arkansans and Their Music,” now open to the public through May 15. The exhibit explores how ordinary Arkansans lived with and through music during the 19th and 20th centuries, featuring a collection of stories, photographs, and artifacts from university … UA Little Rock Downtown Opens New Exhibit on History of Music in Arkansas

UA Little Rock has appointed Dr. Aaron Duvall to a new leadership role focused on strengthening industry partnerships and expanding access to career and technical education opportunities.  He will begin his new position as the UA Little Rock workforce development director on April 16. His office will oversee Workforce Development Initiatives, Career Services, Concurrent Enrollment, … Dr. Aaron Duvall Named as UA Little Rock Workforce Development Director