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In two studies, Ph.D. student Yiren Ren's research explores music’s impact on learning, memory, and emotions. One reveals that familiar music can enhance concentration and learning, while the other demonstrates that music with a strong emotional tone can reshape the quality of existing memories. Her findings suggest that music could be used for therapeutic interventions for cognitive function, or in conditions like PTSD and depression.
Second-year biology student Anu Iyer’s groundbreaking research is revolutionizing Parkinson’s disease detection. Through a three-second phone call, her team’s machine-learning model can detect Parkinson’s with 97 percent accuracy.
Georgia Tech achieved a record $5.3 billion economic impact in 2023, the highest in the state of Georgia. The university has driven significant economic growth, accounting for 24% of the University System of Georgia’s total impact and 42% of its economic growth since 2019. Additionally, Georgia Tech leads in employment impact, supporting 34,000 jobs across the state.
A Georgia Tech team placed second in the statewide Vertical Integrated Project Innovation competition for a poster modeling chemical exposure and socioeconomic disparities.
By encouraging joint appointments, the Institute breaks down traditional academic silos and enables researchers to revolutionize the energy landscape.
College of Sciences faculty are among the recipients of the third round of Undergraduate Sustainability Education Innovation Grants awarded by the Center for Teaching and Learning.
