15th Annual Faculty Honors Ceremony Spotlights Excellence at GW Engineering
On April 24, Profs. Kartik Bulusu, Xitong Liu, Danmeng Shuai, Adam Aviv, and graduate assistant Guanan Zhang were honored for their exceptional contributions to teaching, research, and service at GW.
GW Engineering’s Brain-Computer Interface Research Opens New Frontiers
Xiaodong Qu’s lab at GW Engineering develops brain-computer interfaces, with applications ranging from gaming to clinical applications, involving students in hands-on research.
Computer Science Students Showcase Brain-Computer Interface at AAAS 2025
At this premier science gathering, GW Engineering's brain-computer interface demo, led by CS Prof. Xiaodong Qu and his students, captivated attendees with AI-driven innovation.
Exploring the Dynamic Relationship Between AI and Cybersecurity
At HICSS-58, Dr. Costis Toregas co-chaired a workshop exploring best practices and emerging trends in AI-enabled cybersecurity, highlighting GW Engineering’s role in advancing the conversation.
Computer Science Ph.D. Student Recognized with Google Fellowship for Pioneering Research
Collins Munyendo of GW Engineering earns a 2024 Google Ph.D. Fellowship for advancing human-centered security and privacy across diverse global contexts.
Google PhD Fellowship Honors Collins Munyendo’s Leadership in Computer Security and Privacy Research
Doctoral student Collins Munyendo was awarded a Google PhD Fellowship in Security, Privacy, and Abuse Prevention–an honor shared by only six students worldwide, including just two from the U.S.
Professor Robert Pless Continues Research with LAS as a 2025 Collaborator
The Laboratory for Analytic Sciences announced that Professor Robert Pless is a 2025 collaborator, continuing his partnership with the lab and advancing national security research.
Professor Yasemin Acar Receives NSA Recognition for Cybersecurity Research
Research Professor Yasemin Acar’s study on ethical frameworks in computer security earned first honorable mention in the NSA’s 12th Annual Best Scientific Cybersecurity Paper Competition.
Collins Munyendo Joins 2024 Rising Stars in Computing and Data Science
Computer science Ph.D. student Collins Munyendo participated in BU’s Rising Stars workshop, building a community with fellow researchers in computing and data science.
Team Led by Dr. Hurriyet Ok Wins Best Real-World Game Award in Niantic Studio Challenge
A GW, GMU, and CMU team won Niantic’s Best Real-World Game Award for BloomCraft: Garden Guardians, an AR game blending nature education with fun gameplay!
