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Explores the integration of technology and data-driven solutions to enhance urban living, improve infrastructure efficiency and address urban challenges such as transportation and resource management.

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Misconceptions about EVs are slowing adoption in rural Michigan

02/16/2026

UMSI assistant professor Sabina Tomkins explains why rural Michigan residents are hesitant to embrace electric vehicles. 

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UMSI Research Roundup. Coordinating Chaos. Clickbait. Political Identification. Check out UMSI faculty and PhD student publications. Block M. UMSI.

Coordinating Chaos | Clickbait | Political identification: UMSI Research Roundup

09/18/2025

Recent UMSI faculty and PhD student publications. 

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Quoted by Politico. Assistant Professor Ben Green. AI powers a new smart-city wave.

Green: In adopting AI, cities risk repeating mistakes

08/18/2025

UMSI assistant professor Ben Green says city leaders should be wary of adopting AI too quickly. 

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Quoted by Smart Cities Dive. Assistant Professor Ben Green. A hit show on Toronto's failed smart city project may encourage us to think about technology.

Green: What smart cities can and can’t do for residents

10/11/2024

UMSI assistant professor Ben Green talks about the opportunities and challenges of smart cities. 

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