Modern data centers depend on storage systems that are constantly active, even when they are not in use. Identifying when disks can safely enter low-power states without affecting performance is key to improving energy efficiency at scale. At SPARK! 2025 (Showcase of Projects, Art, Research, and Knowledge), Gaurangi Sandeepkumar Garg of the M.S. in Computer… continue reading
The sense of agency – the feeling of being in control of one’s actions and their outcomes – is central to how people experience and interact with the world. But measuring that experience is not as straightforward as it may seem, and some commonly used methods may not be capturing what researchers think they are…. continue reading
Genes are often understood in terms of the proteins they produce, but not all genetic material follows that path. Some RNA molecules play regulatory roles, influencing how genes are expressed rather than becoming proteins themselves. Understanding these roles can reshape how we think about gene regulation. At SPARK! 2025 (Showcase of Projects, Art, Research, and… continue reading
Public spending on health is often assumed to produce better outcomes, but the effectiveness of that investment can depend on the political systems that govern how resources are used. This research examines how democratic governance influences the relationship between health expenditure and public health outcomes across Europe. This research was presented at the Graduate Poster… continue reading
Communication is often defined through speech, language, and the ability to articulate thoughts in words. This project challenges that assumption by shifting attention to listening as a relational act that can include babies and non-verbal children as active participants. By reconsidering how communication is conceptualized, the research pushes back against speech-centered models that overlook the… continue reading
First-generation college students often arrive on campus without the same family experience with higher education that many continuing-generation students have. Navigating academic expectations, campus systems, and support resources can feel isolating, and those experiences may shape whether students feel comfortable seeking academic help. At SPARK! 2025 (Showcase of Projects, Art, Research, and Knowledge), Chareina Johnson… continue reading
