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National Security Institute
The Virginia Tech National Security Institute advances national security through mission-focused research, technology innovation, and workforce development. As a national leader at the nexus of interdisciplinary research, technology, policy, and talent development, VTNSI translates cutting-edge research into mission-ready capabilities.
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From Classroom to Crisis: Building a Smarter EMT Training Experience , videoIn partnership with Virginia Tech’s Master of Engineering program (M.Eng), the Alexandria Fire Department worked with graduate students to modernize its EMT training system by creating a more interactive, less instructor-dependent experience. The team developed an Adaptive Scenario Engine that uses real-time technology and a responsive 3D patient avatar whose condition, vitals, appearance, and reactions change dynamically based on trainee actions. Demonstrated through a stroke-focused Basic Life Support (BLS) simulation, the system provided live patient data and realistic patient interactions, allowing trainees to engage with the avatar as they would in a real emergency.
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Graduate students work on U.S. Secret Service drone detection project , videoMaster of Engineering students in the Institute for Advanced Computing developed a drone detection system over the course of the academic year for the U.S. Secret Service. The student's work is part of the project-based learning program, which offers M.Eng students the opportunity to tackle real-world problems in an academic setting.
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Virginia Tech, Children’s National create pediatric AI innovation hub to speed research, care , articleThe hub brings together clinicians, researchers, and data scientists to speed the development of artificial intelligence technologies designed specifically for children.
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Engineering alumni on the right track , videoWith Maryland's Purple Line set to open in late 2027, two Virginia Tech College of Engineering alumni are in pivotal roles keeping the project on track. Civil and environmental alumni Martha Gross '10, '11, executive director of Transit Development and Delivery at Maryland Transit Administration, and Doran Bosso '06, '08, chief executive officer of Purple Line Transit Partners LLC., credit their Virginia Tech education in preparing them to work on this massive project that will transform transit in Maryland.