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In a recent Forbes article, Dr. Arthur O'Connor, Academic Director of the MS in Data Science and BS in Information Science at CUNY SPS, examines how AI's dominance is eroding the 'social' essence of social media platforms. He highlights that AI-driven algorithms have contributed to increased isolation. Dr. O'Connor calls for a reevaluation of technology's role in our lives, emphasizing the need to preserve authentic connections in the digital age.

In his latest piece published on Unite.AI, Dr. Arthur O'Connor, Department Head of Data and Information Science Degrees at CUNY SPS, reflects on the implications of China's DeepSeek R1 model. He emphasizes that the advancements in generative AI now encompass cognitive reasoning, urging a reevaluation of how these technologies are changing humanity.

Assistant Professor and Academic Director of Communication and Media Dr. Elizabeth Alsop recently published the book "Elaine May," which explores the eponymous filmmaker's body of work. Dr. Alsop will discuss the book at an upcoming Public Programs event on February 19th at The Graduate Center.

Dr. Arthur O'Connor, academic director of the CUNY SPS MS in data science and BS in information systems degree programs, wrote an article for Homeland Security Today. His essay, "PERSPECTIVE: DeepSeek May Be the Least of Our Concerns," examines the tradeoffs that people make when cognitive and critical thinking tasks are outsourced to AI.

James Casey, RAC Adjunct Associate Professor and Academic Community Leader, recently co-presented a webinar entitled, "International Research Collaborations: Revisiting Challenges, Progress, and Emerging Opportunities," hosted by the Government-University-Industry-Philanthropy Research Roundtable at The National Academies. This is a follow-up to the original GUIRR International Research Collaborations project (2008-18), in which Casey was a co-Chair.