Innovation Insights

Teaching machines to detect student emotions isn’t enough, research shows
Artificial intelligence can now detect whether a student is bored or engaged. It can detect if they’re anxious or uninterested and flag if they’re zoned out or locked in.
Rethinking workplace capacity and the future of leadership
A Q&A with University of Niagara Falls Canada professor Melanie Sodka exploring practical strategies for building healthier workplace cultures.
Inside the headset: Exploring the future of immersive media
Hear from Assistant Professor Justin Baillargeon as he shares his expertise on the world of podcasting and the future of immersive media.
New research explores artificial intelligence’s role in the military-industrial complex
A Q&A with Professor Patty Zakaria from University of Niagara Falls Canada’s Master of Data Analytics program.
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