Tag: Graduate Research

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Phubbing: Does Having a Phone Out Make Someone Feel Snubbed?

What does our constant use of cell phones mean for interpersonal relationships?

Andy Slater '85 (ENG), a current Ph.D. candidate, demonstrates the haptic technology he's developing for firefighters on his cell phone.

The Fourth Wave of Firefighting Innovation

An idea that came to Andy Slater while riding his motorcycle has led to the development of a technology that could become a life-saving tool for firefighters.