Plus, peek inside an art school's new tech center.
Newsletter for February 8, 2024 |
For today's coverage, picture a space filled with advanced tools and gadgets, inviting students to explore the intersection of art and technology in exciting ways. From experimental digital art projects to interactive installations, the possibilities are endless for a new tech center in Delaware. And as for the chemist-turned-data scientist I profiled, readers will discover the power of interdisciplinary thinking. A local Baltimore woman and her professional transition offer a narrative about resilience, curiosity and the importance of pursuing passions across diverse fields. It's a story that underscores the potential of combining skill sets to effect positive change in the world. — Alanah, Technical.ly lead reporter for Baltimore |
Pic of the Day: Baltimore the beautiful. (Sameer Rao)
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Lessons in Chemistry, but make it Baltimore |
Bree Taylor, a former chemist and current data scientist, founded ATRICA to address social injustices through research-driven activism. Her company, which stands for "Using Activism and Technology to Report on Inequities in Communities," aims to leverage data to improve society. Taylor's journey highlights how diverse backgrounds can influence problem-solving approaches and entrepreneurial endeavors. ➡️ Find out more about Taylor's journey in my full report here. |
A sneak peek into a Delaware tech center |
The Delaware College of Art and Design recently unveiled a new Technology Center, equipped with modern tools like 3D printers and VR technology alongside traditional art supplies. The space, funded by a grant from the Crystal Trust Foundation, aims to provide students with innovative resources for design and creation. The official opening ceremony included speeches from local officials and a tour of the facility. ➡️ Find out more about this story in Holly Quinn's full report here. |
DCAD PRESIDENT JEAN DAHLGREN. (TECHNICAL.LY/HOLLY QUINN) |
News incubator: What else to know today? |
The Innovate Together Grant, a partnership between Black Girl Ventures and TikTok, aims to empower small business owners and content creators. [Black Girl Ventures]
Scienaptic AI announced the successful deployment of its AI credit decision platform at SECU, Maryland's largest credit union. [Business Wire]
OpenAI has introduced new watermarks to DALL-E 3. [The Verge]
The Pava Marie LaPere Act aims to prevent some convicted sexual offenders from earning early release for good behavior. The States Attorney and the LaPere family testified at a hearing this week. [The Baltimore Banner]
Haystack Oncology, a biotech firm and 2023 RealLIST Startup, born from Johns Hopkins University, chooses to remain in Baltimore with a long-term lease at City Garage. In contrast, Thrive Earlier Detection Corp., another Hopkins spinoff, intends to relocate post-acquisition. [The Baltimore Banner] |
Sponsored news: Point of interest |
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Chart of the day: Stats of interest |
$100K starting salary for ‘emerging’ tech roles? In some cases, the data says yes (Technical.y/Aquent) |
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🗓️ On the Calendar • Baltimore City Children & Youth Fund is offering workshops on storytelling for nonprofits. [Details here]
• Join Baltimore Code & Coffee this Saturday. [Details here]
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