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GVSU Researchers Harness Drones and AI to Combat Invasive Tree Diseases in Michigan

GVSU's Dr. Rahat Ibn Rafiq aDr. Rahat Ibn Rafiq and his research team, including graduate assistant Muttaki Bismoy leads a project using drones and AI to protect Michigan forests from invasive diseases, partnering with the DNR, Grand Haven, and Kalamazoo.

GVSU Researchers Harness Drones and AI to Combat Invasive Tree Diseases in Michigan

GVSU's Dr. Rahat Ibn Rafiq aDr. Rahat Ibn Rafiq and his research team, including graduate assistant Muttaki Bismoy leads a project using drones and AI to protect Michigan forests from invasive diseases, partnering with the DNR, Grand Haven, and Kalamazoo.

Faculty-Led Innovation (Herd Social)

Dr. Zach DeBruine, an College of Computing faculty mentor and researcher in GVSU's Applied Computing Institute launches a startup Herd Social that fosters community and learning around rare diseases.

DeBruine launches bioinformatics startup Herd Social

Dr. Zach DeBruine, an College of Computing faculty mentor and researcher in GVSU's Applied Computing Institute launches a startup Herd Social that fosters community and learning around rare diseases.

Blue Nucleus Consultancy

We connect industry partners with faculty and student expertise to solve real-world computing challenges, driving economic growth and innovation in the region.

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