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SUMMARY:PSOC Webinar: “Revisiting the Reciprocal Mechanical Interactions Between Cancers and Tissue“ (Bo Sun)
DESCRIPTION:Title: “Revisiting the Reciprocal Mechanical Interactions between Cancers and Tissue”\n \nPhysical Sciences in Oncology Center PSOC@Penn \nSpring 2021 Webinar Series Mondays at 12:00 noon (EDT) \nFor webinar links\, please contact manu@seas.upenn.edu
URL:https://seasevents.nmsdev7.com/event/psoc-webinar-bo-sun/
LOCATION:https://upenn.zoom.us/j/96715197752
CATEGORIES:Seminar
ORGANIZER;CN="PSOC":MAILTO:manu@seas.upenn.edu
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SUMMARY:ESE Seminar: "Demystifying the Efficiency of Reinforcement Learning: Two Recent Stories"
DESCRIPTION:Reinforcement learning (RL)\, which is frequently modeled as sequential learning and decision making in the face of uncertainty\, is garnering growing interest in recent years due to its remarkable success in practice. In contemporary RL applications\, it is increasingly more common to encounter environments with prohibitively large state and action space\, thus imposing stringent requirements on the sample and computational efficiency of the RL algorithms in use. Despite the empirical success\, however\, the theoretical underpinnings for many popular RL algorithms remain highly inadequate even for the tabular setting. \nIn this talk\, we present two vignettes regarding the effectiveness of RL algorithms. The first vignette demonstrates that a perturbed model-based RL approach is minimax optimal under a generative model\, without suffering from a sample size barrier that was present in all past work. The second vignette covers policy optimization in reinforcement learning. On the one hand\, we demonstrate that the popular softmax policy gradient method can take exponential time to converge; on the other hand\, employing natural policy gradients and enforcing entropy regularization provably achieve fast global convergence. These results cover two distinctive RL paradigms\, and might shed light on the efficacy of these algorithms in more complicated scenarios. \nFor the seminar link\, email Danielle T. Kopicko at dtadros@seas.upenn.edu.
URL:https://seasevents.nmsdev7.com/event/ese-seminar-demystifying-the-efficiency-of-reinforcement-learning-two-recent-stories/
LOCATION:https://upenn.zoom.us/j/96715197752
CATEGORIES:Seminar
ORGANIZER;CN="Electrical and Systems Engineering":MAILTO:eseevents@seas.upenn.edu
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SUMMARY:May 2021 Robotics Master’s Thesis Presentations
DESCRIPTION:9:30am – Welcome from Ani Hsieh \n9:35am – Weiyu Du\n“Learning Human Affordance in the Wild”\nAdvised by: Jianbo Shi \n9:55am – Jie Min\n“Instance-aware imagesuper-resolution”\nAdvised by: Jianbo Shi \n10:15am – Shenghao Zhou\n“Image Synthesis with Latent Space Embedding”\nAdvised by: Jianbo Shi \n10:35am – Jun Wang\n“Model Based Robust SemanticSegmentation”\nAdvised by: George Pappas and HamedHassani \n10:55am – Nicole Chiou\n“Cross-Domain Transfer Learning withMulti-Task Learning for Cardiac  Arrhythmia Classification”\nAdvised by: Rahul Mangharam (ROBOAdvisor: Eric Eaton) \n11:15am – Jianxiong Cai\n“Deep Hypothesis Testing Network for Monocular Time-to-collision Prediction with Front-end Spatial-Temporal Transformation”\nAdvised by: CJ Taylor \n11:35am – Brandon Gonzalez\n“Exploring Development of NovelSensor Systems for Occupancy Detection”\nAdvised by: CJ Taylor and MadhuAnnapragada \n11:55am – Adarsh Kulkarni\n“Deep Learning of FootstepPlanning for Legged Robots on Unstructured Terrain”\nAdvised by: CJ Taylor \n12:15pm- End \nJoin the Robotics Master’s Thesis Presentations through Zoom: \nZoom Link: https://upenn.zoom.us/j/99255734129?pwd=U1lQSlpYMmQzaENrbzJHZnJCV2xidz09\nMeeting ID: 992 5573 4129\nPasscode: 465092
URL:https://seasevents.nmsdev7.com/event/may-2021-robotics-masters-thesis-presentations/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Master's
ORGANIZER;CN="General Robotics%2C Automation%2C Sensing and Perception (GRASP) Lab":MAILTO:grasplab@seas.upenn.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210507T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210507T150000
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SUMMARY:ODEI Spotlight: Conversations with GABE about our Classrooms and Diversity
DESCRIPTION:This event will have two sessions. You are encouraged to attend both. Each session is 45 minutes long. The first session is for students only\, and it provides a platform for students to discuss openly about factors that make graduate school difficult. The second session is a moderated Q&A. This session aims to acquaint students with BE faculty members passionate about advancing the department’s diversity and inclusion efforts. Panelists will give a quick introduction to who they are and why diversity and inclusion is important to them. We would also discuss initiatives that the BE program and school of engineering have implemented addressing diversity and inclusion (removal of GRE requirement\, formation of a DEI/DE committee\, etc.). Finally\, some potential topic of conversations: \n\nHow has engaging diverse students in the virtual environment been similar or different for you as faculty? How can engagement be encouraged?\nWhat are the core issues of diversity and inclusion (from the perspective of faculty members)\, and what steps can be taken to address them?\nInternational students are an important part of the Penn Engineering Community. How is the bioengineering department assisting their inclusion?\n\nZoom: https://upenn.zoom.us/j/99110942740
URL:https://seasevents.nmsdev7.com/event/odei-spotlight-conversations-with-gabe-about-our-classrooms-and-diversity/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210507T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210507T180000
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SUMMARY:ODEI Spotlight: Lavender Graduation
DESCRIPTION:Please note that this event is only open to students graduating from the University of Pennsylvania. You are welcome to participate even if you were not actively involved with the Penn LGBT Center or any of the LGBTQ+ student organizations. We still want to recognize your accomplishments! \nRegistration Link: https://upenn.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eeQ0rQM2jc1D7IG
URL:https://seasevents.nmsdev7.com/event/odei-spotlight-lavender-graduation/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210508T120000
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SUMMARY:ODEI Spotlight: Greenfield Intercultural Center\, Honoring our Graduates (Virtual Event)
DESCRIPTION:Join us in honoring our Class of 2021 Greenfield Intercultural Center graduates.\nFamily\, friends\, partners\, and mentors are all welcome! \nSATURDAY\, MAY 8\, 2021 | 12:00 – 1:00 P.M. EDT\nRSVP: https://bit.ly/Honoring2021Grad
URL:https://seasevents.nmsdev7.com/event/odei-spotlight-greenfield-intercultural-center-honoring-our-graduates-virtual-event/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210510T120000
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SUMMARY:PSOC Webinar: "Normal and cancer cell division and the importance of being well rounded" (Buzz Baum)
DESCRIPTION:Physical Sciences in Oncology Center PSOC@Penn \nSpring 2021 Webinar Series Mondays at 12:00 noon (EST) \nFor webinar links\, please contact manu@seas.upenn.edu. \nTitle: “Normal and cancer cell division and the importance of being well rounded”
URL:https://seasevents.nmsdev7.com/event/psoc-webinar-buzz-baum/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Seminar
ORGANIZER;CN="PSOC":MAILTO:manu@seas.upenn.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210510T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210510T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T205525
CREATED:20210507T190533Z
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SUMMARY:ODEI Spotlight: GIC Intercultural Community Check-In
DESCRIPTION:The surge of COVID-19 is worrisome for many in our Penn community\, with impacts being felt in the U.S. and globally in India and areas of South America\, Europe and the Middle East. Please know that you are not alone. We invite you to join us in community as we listen and hold space for students experiencing uncertainty and isolation. ALL ARE WELCOME! \nFeel free to attend one or both sessions:\nMonday May 10: 7 p.m. (EST)\nTuesday May 11: 10 a.m. (EST) \nRegister Here
URL:https://seasevents.nmsdev7.com/event/odei-spotlight-gic-intercultural-community-check-in/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210511T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210511T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T205525
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SUMMARY:ODEI Spotlight: GIC Intercultural Community Check-In
DESCRIPTION:The surge of COVID-19 is worrisome for many in our Penn community\, with impacts being felt in the U.S. and globally in India and areas of South America\, Europe and the Middle East. Please know that you are not alone. We invite you to join us in community as we listen and hold space for students experiencing uncertainty and isolation. ALL ARE WELCOME! \nFeel free to attend one or both sessions:\nMonday May 10: 7 p.m. (EST)\nTuesday May 11: 10 a.m. (EST) \nRegister Here
URL:https://seasevents.nmsdev7.com/event/odei-spotlight-gic-intercultural-community-check-in-2/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210512T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210512T170000
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CREATED:20210428T192741Z
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SUMMARY:Penn Engineering Celebrates URM Student Achievements
DESCRIPTION:A virtual celebration of the outstanding achievements of Penn Engineering’s Class of ’21 URM graduates. More details to come soon! \n  \nZoom:  https://upenn.zoom.us/j/96319152909\nPass Code: 100797
URL:https://seasevents.nmsdev7.com/event/penn-engineering-celebrates-urm-student-achievements/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210513T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210513T110000
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SUMMARY:Penn Engineering Commencement: Doctoral Ceremony Virtual Recognition
DESCRIPTION:Join us to hear a message from Dr. Vijay Kumar\, Nemirovsky Family Dean of Penn Engineering\, and view a virtual roll call of the Class of 2021 doctoral graduates\, complete with video messages from our graduates and members of the Penn Engineering faculty. Learn more.
URL:https://seasevents.nmsdev7.com/event/penn-engineering-commencement-doctoral-ceremony-virtual-recognition/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Commencement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210514T100000
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SUMMARY:Penn Engineering Commencement: Undergraduate and Master’s Virtual Recognition
DESCRIPTION:Join us to hear a message from Dr. Vijay Kumar\, Nemirovsky Family Dean of Penn Engineering\, remarks from student speakers and respected alumni\, and messages from professors and parents. In addition\, we will host a virtual roll call for the Class of 2021 undergraduate and master’s graduates and each student will be recognized with their own individual tile. Learn more.
URL:https://seasevents.nmsdev7.com/event/penn-engineering-commencement-undergraduate-and-masters-virtual-recognition/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Commencement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210514T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210514T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T205525
CREATED:20210504T202321Z
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SUMMARY:ODEI Alumni Board Alumni Weekend Event
DESCRIPTION:The Office of Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion Alumni Board (ODEIAB) would like to invite you all to our Penn Alumni Weekend event on Friday\, May 14 at 7 PM EST on Zoom. Join us for an evening of fun: reminisce about past days in ODEI (or the Office of Multicultural Programs)\, catch up with old Penn friends\, meet the members of ODEIAB and learn more about our initiatives\, and participate in an auction in support of the Cora Ingrum Fund. If you’re available\, we would love to see you! Please RSVP here if you are able to attend. \nZoom link for the event:  https://upenn.zoom.us/j/91961421770
URL:https://seasevents.nmsdev7.com/event/odei-alumni-boards-alumni-weekend-event/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210519T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210519T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T205525
CREATED:20210517T164719Z
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SUMMARY:CBE PhD Dissertation Defense | Understanding the Dynamic and Mechanical Properties of Polymer under Nanoconfiements
DESCRIPTION:Abstract: \nThe dynamic properties of glassy polymers are well-known to change up confinement to the nanoscale. Confinement to free-standing thin films leads to an enhancement in the segmental dynamics\, and changes in the chain conformation lead to changes in the entanglement density in confined polymers. In this study\, we investigate the role of both segmental dynamics and changes in entanglement density on the mechanical response of glassy polymer films under uniaxial tension using molecular dynamics (MD) simulations. We find that entanglements near the chain ends are unable to carry significant stress at large deformation\, and this leads to the development of a simple model to describe the number of effective entanglements per chain as a function of the blending ratio. We find an exponential scaling between the film toughness and number of effective entanglements per chain\, which also agrees well with the trends observed in experimental measurements of film strength. Varying the film thickness uncovers competing effects between the reduction in entanglement density and changes in the segmental dynamics. In well-ordered diblock copolymer thin films\, we find that failure tends to occur near the center of the block copolymer domains due to the high concentration of chain ends that are unable to support significant stress. Our studies of the thin film mechanics provide molecular insight into how segmental mobility and entanglements interplay with position and morphology to control the mechanics of thin polymer films.
URL:https://seasevents.nmsdev7.com/event/cbe-phd-dissertation-defense-understanding-the-dynamic-and-mechanical-properties-of-polymer-under-nanoconfiements/
LOCATION:Zoom – Email CBE for link
CATEGORIES:Doctoral,Graduate,Dissertation or Thesis Defense
ORGANIZER;CN="Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering":MAILTO:cbemail@seas.upenn.edu
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