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GenAI is here to stay—how are professors using it?

Everyone who’s done a round of physical therapy knows it is a tactile, hands-on—physical—discipline. So, what role could generative AI have in PT? More than you might think, suggests one NAU professor. Michael Morgan, a physical therapist and assistant clinical professor in the Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training, is introducing a handheld AI-enhanced…

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What are near-Earth asteroids made of? Researchers are about to find out.

In the vast expanse of space, an estimated 1 million Near Earth Objects (NEOs), also known as near-Earth asteroids, are constantly orbiting close to our planet. Every night, astronomers track NEOs and discover new ones, noting how fast they’re traveling, how large they are and where they’re headed. Because of their work, world leaders could…

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Creative minds come together at the Young Authors Camp

Secondary students looking to do something fun and meaningful this summer need look no further than the Young Authors Camp. This weeklong camp will inspire young minds to build new worlds, share ideas and explore their artistic selves through creative writing. Coordinated by Andie Lenhart, assistant teaching professor of English at NAU, the camp will…

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