World News Archives - School of Computer Science /scs/category/news/world-news/ Ӱԭ University Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:40:07 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.3.1 Learning and Legacy: Redesigned Ӱԭ Computer Science Lab and Vintage Computing Collection /scs/2026/learning-and-legacy-redesigned-carleton-computer-science-lab-and-vintage-computing-collection/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=learning-and-legacy-redesigned-carleton-computer-science-lab-and-vintage-computing-collection Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:38:11 +0000 /scs/?p=24049 This spring, the School of Computer Science unveiled a newly renovated lab to further inspire collaborative, hands-on learning. At its heart is the collection, featuring over 200 preserved systems. Serving as a natural centrepiece, the reimagined lab connects Computer Science students to computing history while enhancing their learning experience in a modern, cutting-edge learning environment. Read the full story here.

]]> Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)- May 30th & 31st andAugust 8th & 9th, 2026 /scs/2026/applied-suicide-intervention-skills-training-asist-may-30th-31st-and-august-8th-9th-2026/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=applied-suicide-intervention-skills-training-asist-may-30th-31st-and-august-8th-9th-2026 Wed, 11 Mar 2026 14:00:23 +0000 /scs/?p=23828 The United Support Centre is holding an Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) course on the weekends of May 30th & May 31st, 2026 and August 8th & 9th, 2026. Registration for both dates are now open!

Coursesare being offered at a reduced rate of $160 (tax included).

ASISTis a comprehensive, two daycourseconsisting of audiovisuals, discussions, and simulations designed to teach you how to help someone with thoughts or plans of suicide. You will learn how to recognize signs of suicide, provide a skilled intervention, and develop a safety plan to help someone choose to stay alive.

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  • Dates:May 30th & 31st, 2026andAugust 8th & 9th, 2026
  • Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Location: In Person at Ӱԭ University, room TBD
  • Cost: $160.00 (tax included).

Note, that participants are not considered registered until payment is received. Attached to this email are FAQs for your reference and general inquiries.

The ASIST framework, and its instructors, are regulated by LivingWorks.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out to the United Support Center atusc@cusaonline.caif you have any questions!

]]> CUIDS Distinguished Speaker Series – Cardiac Electrophysiology: The Digital Frontier /cuids/cu-events/cuids-distinguished-speaker-series-cardiac-electrophysiology-the-digital-frontier/#new_tab?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cuids-distinguished-speaker-series-cardiac-electrophysiology-the-digital-frontier Tue, 02 Dec 2025 19:12:21 +0000 /scs/?p=22928 Ӱԭ Computer Science Researchers Named Among World’s Top 2% Most-Cited Scholars /scs/2025/carleton-computer-science-researchers-named-among-worlds-top-2-most-cited-scholars/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=carleton-computer-science-researchers-named-among-worlds-top-2-most-cited-scholars Thu, 06 Nov 2025 16:32:09 +0000 /scs/?p=22640 in the prestigious .A significant part of this recognition reflects the contributions of Ӱԭ’s School of Computer Science, where faculty are making meaningful strides in areas such as artificial intelligence, image processing, computation theory, networking, and strategic defence and security studies.

Many of these researchers are at the forefront of their disciplines, advancing initiatives across key areas of strength for Ӱԭ,” says Rafik Goubran, Vice-President (Research, Innovation and International).

The following faculty members from the School of Computer Science are among the world’s top 2% most-cited scholars:

Artificial Intelligence & Image Processing

  • Leopoldo Bertossi
  • Frank Dehne
  • Yuhong Guo
  • Evangelos Kranakis
  • Nicola Santoro

Computation Theory & Mathematics

  • Prosenjit Bose

Networking & Telecommunications

  • Michel Barbeau
  • Anil Somayaji

Strategic, Defence & Security Studies

  • Paul van Oorschot

These researchers’ contributions continue to have a significant global impact, reinforcing Ӱԭ’s commitment to innovative, real-world solutions through research.

]]> Alina receives Faculty Excellence in Teaching Award /scs/2025/alina-receives-faculty-excellence-in-teaching-award/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=alina-receives-faculty-excellence-in-teaching-award Mon, 28 Jul 2025 17:45:41 +0000 /scs/?p=21926 I am very pleased to inform you thatAlina has been selected to be a recipient of theNew
Faculty Excellence in Teaching Award, which recognizes excellence and innovation in teaching
in the first five years at Ӱԭ University. In particular, Alina received praise for herstudent feedback and hercreative assignments.

You can find more details about the award at:/tls/2025/2025-carleton-university-teaching-awards-recipients/.

The list of past recipients for each award category is available at:/teachingawards/internal-awards/carleton-teaching-awards/
You will notice that Alina is the first SCS winner ofa teaching award inmany years.

Congratulations

Alina!

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Jean-Pierre Corriveau
Director – School of Computer Science

]]> Ӱԭ Computer Science PhD Adnan Khan Uses AI to Create Tactile Graphics for Vision Loss /scs/2025/carleton-computer-science-phd-adnan-khan-uses-ai-to-create-tactile-graphics-for-vision-loss/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=carleton-computer-science-phd-adnan-khan-uses-ai-to-create-tactile-graphics-for-vision-loss Fri, 09 May 2025 13:40:29 +0000 /scs/?p=21056 For the 43 million people living with vision loss, tactile graphics are essential tool for providing access to visual information. However, the creation process is labor-intensive and demand outpaces supply.

A professional headshot of Adnan Khan, a Ӱԭ AI researcher.

Adnan Khan

Computer SciencePhD student Adnan Khan is exploring a novel framework that harnesses AI to create tactile graphics from digital images.

“Utilizing AI in tactile graphic creation opens up a world of possibilities—from rapid, personalized conversion of visual data into touchable art to empowering individuals with vision impairment to independently access complex information,” says Khan.

By integrating advanced machine learning techniques with computer vision, the system identifies critical visual information and transforms it into tactile representations suitable for embossing or 3D printing.

The approach automates the production process and offers adaptability, allowing the tactile graphic to be refined to meet individual sensory requirements.

“This research holds the promise of broadening individual’s educational, employment and everyday opportunities – ultimately enhancing inclusivity and quality of life.”

– Story by Elizabeth Kane. about the cutting-edge advancements in AI and machine learning being made by other Ӱԭ graduate students.

]]> 2025 Canadian Statistics Student Conference Registration /scs/2025/2025-canadian-statistics-student-conference-registration/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2025-canadian-statistics-student-conference-registration Thu, 01 May 2025 17:46:40 +0000 /scs/?p=20923 Registration for the Thirteenth Annual Canadian Statistics Student Conference (CSSC)will close on Wednesday, May 7th, 2025 at 11:59PM Eastern Time. The conference will take place at the University of Saskatchewan on Saturday, May 24th, 2025, one day before the 𲵾Բ.

To register for the conference, please follow these steps:

  1. to your SSC account. If you do not have one, please create an account .
  1. Register through the .

Many reasons to register!

  • Presentation awards will be offered for undergraduate, master’s, and PhD students!
  • A keynote speechgiven by Dr. Alexandre Bouchard-Côtéfrom the University of British Columbia
  • Ahands-on workshopon multimodal health dataled by Dr. Pingzhao Hufrom Western University
  • A career panelfeaturing Alice Li(City of Saskatoon), Dr. Kuan Liu (University of Toronto), and Martin Segovia (Clara)

For complete details, please visit !

Mentors, this is a great opportunity to introduce or encourage conference participation for your students. You are also invited to register and to come support them!

For any other questions, feel free to contact the organizing committee of the 2025 CSSC at ssc.student.conference@gmail.com.

]]> Using AI to Address and Prevent Chronic Homelessness in Ottawa https://newsroom.carleton.ca/story/ai-chronic-homelessness-in-ottawa/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=using-ai-to-address-and-prevent-chronic-homelessness-in-ottawa Tue, 12 Nov 2024 19:28:12 +0000 /scs/?p=18630 In collaboration with the City of Ottawa, Ӱԭ University researcherMajid Komeiliis developing an AI-powered tool that will predict an individual’s risk of becoming chronically homeless to aid in early and effective intervention.

]]> Dr. Nicola Santoro Awarded the Prestigious Edsger W. Dijkstra Prize in Distributed Computing /scs/2024/dr-nicola-santoro-awarded-the-prestigious-edsger-w-dijkstra-prize-in-distributed-computing/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=dr-nicola-santoro-awarded-the-prestigious-edsger-w-dijkstra-prize-in-distributed-computing Tue, 12 Nov 2024 19:28:12 +0000 /scs/?p=18517 Congratulations, Dr. Nicola Santoro, on receiving the 2024 Edsger W. Dijkstra Prize in Distributed Computing!

The prize is given for outstanding papers on the principles of distributed computing, whose significance and impact on the theory and/or practice of distributed computing have been evident for at least a decade.

The committee bestowed this prestigious award to Dr. Nicola Santoroand Dr. Peter Widmayer for their paper:

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The awarding committee noted that “the seminal paper by Santoro and Widmayer combines original conceptual contributions with deep theoretical insights and stands out as a significant stepping stone in our theoretical understanding of distributed computing.”

Full announcement:

The School of Computer Science extends its heartfelt congratulations to both Drs. Santoro and Widmayer on this momentous occasion.

]]> 85 Ӱԭ Researchers Named Among World’s Top 2% Most-Cited Scientists https://newsroom.carleton.ca/2023/stanford-elsevier-highly-cited/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=85-carleton-researchers-named-among-worlds-top-2-most-cited-scientists Tue, 12 Nov 2024 19:27:54 +0000 /scs/?p=17933 An impressive 85 Ӱԭ University researchers, past and present, have secured a coveted spot on the. This exceptional achievement places them in the world’s top 2% most-cited scientists, showcasing the unparalleled impact of Ӱԭ’s groundbreaking research.

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