See some of the research carried out by Expeditions in Computing awardees

The video explores the far-reaching potential of computing, highlighting projects funded by NSF's Expeditions in Computing awards. It covers computational sustainability efforts by Carla Gomes's team at Cornell, focusing on wildlife conservation and sustainable fishing. The video also discusses Harvard's development of robotic bees, which could aid in pollination and disaster response. Finally, it touches on future projects in autism understanding, climate modeling, and adaptive software, emphasizing the ever-expanding frontiers of computer science.

What is the primary goal of Carla Gomes's team in the field of computational sustainability?

• To create robotic bees for pollination

• To model cell behavior in cancer research

• To find the cheapest route for wildlife corridors

• To establish a new field of study

What is one of the potential applications of the robotic bees being developed at Harvard?

• To replace real bees in pollination

• To conserve grizzly bears in Yellowstone

• To model bird species in North America

• To improve climate modeling

What is the biggest current challenge in developing the robotic bees?

• Creating lightweight wings

• Designing the bee's body

• Building a power source

• Developing smart sensors for flight control

Which of the following is NOT a focus of the new projects in the Expeditions in Computing initiative?

• Creating wildlife corridors

• Making adaptive software

• Improving climate modeling

• Understanding autism

What is a key feature of the communication algorithms being developed for the robotic bees?

• They enable the bees to work as a team

• They allow the bees to change colors

• They allow the bees to mimic bird songs

• They help the bees to conserve energy