Georgia Tech Research Podcast

The latest episode of the Georgia Tech Research Podcast, spotlights a GTRI-led collaboration with the USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) focused on real-time sensing of peracetic acid (PAA) levels in poultry processing. The episode features Dr. Jie Xu, who leads the project, alongside team members Lance Barrett and Walker Byrnes. The host is Research Scientist Stephanie Richter.    

Senior Research Scientist Dan Sabo from GTRI's Intelligent Sustainable Technologies Division shares updates on his work with peracetic acid (PAA) in poultry processing. Dan now leads a project that's playing a critical role in food safety across the poultry industry. Stephanie Richter, host of the podcast, notes that Dan has become an invaluable resource not only for his technical expertise, but a...

The latest episode of the Georgia Tech Research Podcast highlights the research and integration efforts of GTRI and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). The episode focuses on GTRI's "Enhanced Chilling" project, which aims to improve immersive chilling processes, particularly in poultry processing applications. The guests are GTRI researchers Dr. Comas Haynes and Saikamal Srinivas.

The latest episode of the Georgia Tech Research Podcast is devoted to the research and integration efforts of Georgia Tech and GTRI. The episode's guests are Benjamin (Ben) Riley, a principal research associate in GTRI's Chief Technology Officer's office; and Benjamin (Ben) Yang, a principal research engineer in GTRI's CIPHER lab. They are the coordinators of the Hives Early Career IRAD program (F...

At the 2025 International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE), Georgia Tech Research Institute's (GTRI) Agricultural Technology Research Program (ATRP) captured industry attention with two groundbreaking technology demonstrations. Highlighted in the latest Georgia Tech Research Podcast episode, hosted by Stephanie Richter, the expo showcased how ATRP continues to drive innovation in poultry produc...

Alexis Noel, Ph. D., a senior research engineer at GTRI, manages the GTRI SEEDLab makerspace , which opened in September 2021. The SEEDLab , which includes 3D printers, laser cutters, and CNC machines, fosters creativity and collaboration among GTRI employees. Despite its small 400-square-foot space, the lab has over 300 employees with room access and over 660 monthly users. Opened in September 20...

You are invited to listen to the next Tech Connects podcast on Friday, January 24th. The purpose of the Tech Connects series is to disseminate institutional knowledge of technical capabilities and portfolios across all of GTRI. The January 24th Tech Connects event will feature Paul Brancato and Moeiini Riley, researchers in the Electronic Systems Laboratory (ELSYS) Test Engineering Division (TEN)....

This episode of the Georgia Tech Research Podcast highlights the fifth annual Georgia Regulatory Symposium, held in late 2024 at GTRI Headquarters building in Atlanta. The event was organized by Wendy White, Industry Manager for Food & Beverage at the Georgia Manufacturing Extension Partnership (GaMEP) of Georgia Tech.  The annual event brings together stakeholders from government, industry, and a...

In the latest episode of the Georgia Tech Research Podcast, host Stephanie Richter sits down with Janet Standeven, Program Director of the Frugal Science Academy at Georgia Tech's School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering. A former high school educator and a passionate champion of synthetic biology, Janet's journey exemplifies how accessible science education can spark innovation and, as GTR...

This episode gives listeners a primer on Learning and Development (L&D) initiatives at Georgia Tech and Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI). Hosted by Eric Klein, the episode features insights from Dr. Diamond Ford, Senior Director of Employee Experience and Development, and Ms. Sarah Cockrell, Director of Employee Development and Culture. The discussion underscores the vital role of L&D in fos...

Daniel (Danny) Browne recently took the helm as the Director of the Information and Communications Laboratory (ICL) at GTRI. In the latest episode of the Georgia Tech Research Podcast, hosted by GTRI research scientist Stephanie Richter, Danny shares insights into his journey, leadership philosophy, and vision for the future of GTRI. The episode highlights not only Danny's impressive career trajec...

The latest episode of the Georgia Tech Research Podcast focuses on a key agricultural technology initiative at the Georgia Tech Research Institute ( GTRI ): the USDA Farm Processing and Transport ( FPAT ) project. The episode features Dr. Alexander Samoylov, a Principal Research Scientist at GTRI, who shares insights into this project, which aims to reshape the poultry industry's approach to trans...

This episode focuses on the International Food Automation Networking (IFAN) Conference at the Georgia Tech Research Institute. The IFAN Conference focuses on Robotics and Automation in the food industry and examines new technology trends, industry challenges, and evolving research. The conference brings together industry leaders from across the globe for two days of education sessions and networki...

GTRI recently celebrated its 90th anniversary with a gala event that brought together current and former employees, as well as others who have partnered with GTRI over the years.  More than 300 people gathered at The GTRI Headquarters Conference Center in Atlanta, Georgia for a gala event that paid tribute to GTRI's history of innovation and collaboration. The Aug. 16 event featured dignitaries fr...

The September 27th Tech Connects event will feature Courtney Crooks, Principal Research Scientist and Senior Staff in SEAL's Command, Control, Communications Division (C3D). Designing Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence for Decision Advantage in C3 Operations Courtney's research expertise is in forensic cyberpsychology, behavioral analysis, and human-centered design of artificial intelligence (...

This episode of the Georgia Tech Research Podcast features a conversation with David Zurn, Principal Research Engineer in the ELSYS Laboratory of GTRI. Since joining GTRI's Electronic Systems Laboratory (ELSYS) in 2003, Zurn has worked on a variety of EW-related research efforts including radar warning receiver hardware and software development and test, missile warning system hardware and softwar...

You are invited to listen to the next Tech Connects podcast on Friday, August 23rd. Maybe you have heard of Tech Connects, but you're not sure what it is? Then join us for the next Tech Connects research podcast, featuring Dr. Charles Domercant, Senior Research Engineer and Research Engagements Manager for GTRI's Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Charles will speak in more detail about Tech Connects...

This episode features a conversation with Lee Wadzeck, the 2023 GTRI Leadership Award recipient. During the course of the podcast, he details his leadership style. Wadzeck is Chief of the Command, Control, and Communications Division (C3D) within the Sensors and Electromagnetic Applications Laboratory (SEAL) at Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI). In that role, Wadzeck leads a team of researche...

This episode covers the AI-SLAMS  ( A rtificial  I ntelligence-driven   S mart L ow-cost A mmonia M onitoring S ystem) project.  The project is part of the NSF Convergence Accelerator 2023 cohort for phase one to advance solutions and critical areas. AI-SLAMS brings together insights and advances in chemical sensing, material science/nanotechnology, poultry science, manufacturing, AI, and data sci...

In this episode of the Georgia Tech Research Podcast, Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Mark Whorton previews GTRI's upcoming 2024 IRAD Extravaganza. The objective of Independent Research and Development (IRAD) is to support The GTRI Strategic Plan through investment in projects with anticipated long-term return. Independent research investment is intended to ex...

This episode focuses on "Machine Learning Operations (MLOps)," an Independent Research and Development (IRAD) project by a team of GTRI researchers that was presented in 2023 during GTRI's IRAD Extravaganza. A noteworthy part of the IRAD Extravaganza is the IRAD of the Year Ceremony, which awards particularly outstanding projects. For each annual IRAD Extravaganza, projects are nominated for "IRAD...

The Military Graduate Research Program (MGRP) is a key component of GTRI's Intelligent Sustainable Technology Division (ISTD). The Military Graduate Research Program (MGRP) provides opportunities for U.S. military personnel to conduct part-time research at the Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) while obtaining a STEM graduate degree at the Georgia Institute of Technology. Military personnel pe...

Understanding the Physics of Giant Electrical Discharges Above Thunderstorms Cloud top discharges are the largest electrical discharges on planet earth and produce many spectacular colors, including purple, blue, and red. These discharges span up to 50 miles long and can directly transfer electric charge to outer space, yet the scientific community still doesn't understand how they do this. With s...

This episode of The Georgia Tech Research Podcast is an interview with Janaki Tambe, the new Director of GTRI's Project Management Office (PMO). She assumed that role May 1, reporting to the office of the COO. As the PMO Director, Janaki provides executive oversight and leadership to the PMO office. She will be responsible for maintaining a dynamic and productive team culture, fostering productive...

This Tech Connects podcast features Dr. Jie Xu, Principal Research Scientist and Chemical and Biological Systems Branch Head in GTRI's Aerospace, Transportation & Advanced Systems Laboratory ( ATAS ).  Sensor Development for Rapid Chemical and Biological Detection The optical sensor development represents a collaborative endeavor supported by a diverse coalition of stakeholders. With support from...