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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.

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.

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.

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.

CUNY SPS Academic Director Dr. Arthur J. O'Connor, who oversees the School's MS in Data Science and BS in Information Systems programs, is quoted in the Computer World article "An AI Agent Could Help You Buy Your Next Car." Dr. O'Connor explains how the emerging technology called "emotion recognition" (ER) allows chatbots to recognize and respond to customer's emotions. He also points out that this advancement can facilitate improved customer satisfaction and loyalty by offering more empathetic responses from chatbots.