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Anna Nagurney Appointed to Five-Year Term as Supply Chain Expert for DHS Chief Scientist Office

Anna Nagurney Appointed to Five-Year Term as Supply Chain Expert for DHS Chief Scientist Office

Homeland Security Today, September 23, 2024

Anna Nagurney, the Eugene M. Isenberg Chair in Integrative Studies in the Isenberg School of Management, has been appointed to serve a five-year term as an expert on supply chains in the Science Advice and Guidance for Emergencies (SAGE) program, an Office of Enterprise Services, Administration and Support Division program with a direct link to the Chief Scientist Office in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

Rob Handfield Analyzes Supply Chain Risks in Hezbollah Attack

Rob Handfield Analyzes Supply Chain Risks in Hezbollah Attack

NC State University, September 23, 2024

The attacks on Hezbollah last week using explosives planted inside electronics highlight the risks and vulnerabilities of technology supply chains, experts say. The Wall Street Journal tapped Poole professor Rob Handfield, who explained that the complexity of electronics supply chains makes it difficult to trace the origins of every component or identify where potential vulnerabilities might be introduced.

Exploding Pagers Deliver a Supply Chain Warning

Exploding Pagers Deliver a Supply Chain Warning

The New York Times, September 21, 2024

The lethal detonation of hand-held pagers and walkie-talkies used by Hezbollah militants this week in Lebanon demonstrated powerful spycraft, but it also raised questions about a gaping vulnerability in the global supply chain.

Marquis Who's Who Recognizes Richard Larson for His Work as a Professor and Author

Marquis Who's Who Recognizes Richard Larson for His Work as a Professor and Author

Yahoo! Finance, September 19, 2024

UNIONDALE, NY / ACCESSWIRE / September 19, 2024 / Richard Larson, a long-time professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, has been recognized for his accomplishments by Marquis Who's Who. Dr. Larson has recently added a new achievement to his career with the successful launch of his book, "Model Thinking for Everyday Life." This publication aims to help readers reexamine their decision-making processes by encouraging them to develop critical thinking skills through model-based approaches. The book's goal is to empower individuals to make informed choices in both simple and complex scenarios, moving past intellectual shortcuts to achieve deep, thoughtful living.

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Artificial Intelligence

AI’s energy impact is still small—but how we handle it is huge

AI’s energy impact is still small—but how we handle it is huge

DJNews, May 21, 2025

With seemingly no limit to the demand for artificial intelligence, everyone in the energy, AI, and climate fields is justifiably worried. Will there be enough clean electricity to power AI and enough water to cool the data centers that support this technology? These are important questions with serious implications for communities, the economy, and the environment. 

Healthcare

Want to reduce the cost of healthcare? Start with our billing practices.

Want to reduce the cost of healthcare? Start with our billing practices.

The Hill, March 11, 2025

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., as the new secretary of Health and Human Services, is the nation’s de facto healthcare czar. He will have influence over numerous highly visible agencies, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the National Institutes of Health and the Food and Drug Administration, among others. Given that healthcare is something that touches everyone’s life, his footprint of influence will be expansive. 

Supply Chain

US-China 90-day tariff deal brightens trade and economic outlook

US-China 90-day tariff deal brightens trade and economic outlook

Fast Markets, May 13, 2025

The recent US-China agreement to temporarily reduce tariffs is a major step for global trade, with tariffs on US goods entering China dropping from 125% to 10% and on Chinese goods entering the US decreasing from 145% to 30% starting May 14. While this has boosted markets and created optimism, key industries like autos and steel remain affected, leaving businesses waiting for clearer long-term trade policies.

Items to Stock Up on Before Trump's Tariffs Take Effect

Items to Stock Up on Before Trump's Tariffs Take Effect

Newsweek, May 8, 2025

With sweeping new tariffs on Chinese-made products set to take effect this summer, Americans are being urged to prepare for price hikes on everyday goods. President Donald Trump's reinstated trade policies are expected to affect a wide swath of consumer imports, including electronics, furniture, appliances, and baby gear. Retail experts are advising shoppers to act before the tariffs hit and prices rise.

Climate