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Steve Jennings wished he had access to sports science technology and advanced statistics as a player. Now Jennings, as head coach of the American University field hockey team, can integrate these new elements into his coaching system and learn together with his players. “I would have loved it. I'm jealous of all athletes today, ”Jennings said with a laugh. “We used to have a VHS for videos and had to rewind them for different sports. We couldn't get statistics. After each game, players will now receive a video that includes all touch and defensive games instantly in one package. It just wasn't possible in the past. " The rise of sports science and analysis has infiltrated almost all sports worldwide, from professional leagues to amateur, college, and college sports. The teams at AU are no different, diving into data that gives an in-depth look at the pl

When most people think of the Marine Corps, they think of an elite war organization. What most don't think is how the Marine Corps fits into the information age and the ever-evolving operating environment of science and technology. Captain John Geldmacher, the technical information operations officer for the I Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group (MIG), also holds the science, technology and experimentation officer's collateral ticket. Geldmacher joined the Marine Corps as an intelligence officer, but was selected for the Commander's Career Level Education Board (CCLEB). This enabled him to attend and obtain a Masters degree from the Post Naval Graduate School in Monterey, California. As a Technical Information Operations Officer, Geldmacher creates connections between technical specialists, information-related sk

Duke recently received a $ 5 million donation to support his science and technology initiative. The donation comes from the Charles LaFitte Foundation, a family foundation founded by Duke parents Jeffrey and Suzanne Citron. The Citrons also donated to Duke in 2018, where they donated an additional $ 5 million to the university to support similar efforts; They recently renewed over $ 2 million in funding from this donation. "The Charles LaFitte Foundation has generously supported Duke programs across campus over the years so there has been an ongoing dialogue," Jeff Glass, interim dean of the Pratt School of Engineering, wrote in an email to The Chronicle. "Duke's interest in promoting computer education at the university was consistent with the foundation's vision of influencing Duke students and faculties." The gift will be used to support the initiative