IIT Connections
Is Being a White Sox Fan Better for your Mental Health than Being a Cubs Fan?
Studies indicate that high levels of identification with a winning local sports team can lead to positive psychological health. Robert Schleser, professor of Psychology, is available to discuss the psychological theory of sports fan "Identification" — the psychological connection one has with a team. Schleser is a nationally recognized expert in the field of sports psychology.
Fingerprint Scanning: Is it the Security Tool of the Future?
Fingerprint scanning allows for quick, electronic verification of identity. Wai Gen Yee, assistant professor of Computer Science, can discuss computer security of fingerprint scanning. If this technology goes into wide use, how safe is the information from identity thieves and hackers?
What are the Implications of this New Technology?
Janet Woerner, adjunct professor and Fellow at the Center on Nanotechnology and Society at IIT, is an expert on emerging technologies and societal implications. She is available to discuss fingerprint scanning and other emerging technologies. Woerner is the author of a soon to be published book on technology, change, and society.
Keeping your Home Safe from Carbon Monoxide
According to The National Center for Environmental Health more than 500 Americans die each year from unintentional carbon monoxide poisoning. Jeff Terry, assistant professor of Physics, is an expert on the effects of carbon monoxide intoxication.
To Be or Not to Be Hybridized. That is the Question
What are the environmental and cost saving benefits of hybridized vehicles? Ali Emadi, associate professor of Electrical and Chemical Engineering, is the director of the Electric Power and Power Electronics Center at IIT. He is available to discuss hybrid electric and fuel cell vehicles.
Hybridizing the Hybrids
Said Al-Hallaj, research associate professor of Chemical and Environmental Engineering and Coordinator of IIT’s Renewable Energy Program, is working with the city to power one of Chicago’s hybrid vehicles with LI-ion battery packs. Just how fuel efficient and environmentally friendly can vehicles become? Dr. Al-Hallaj is an expert on sustainable thermal energy systems.
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