Showcasing A Brighter Future

Showcasing A Brighter Future

Dec 13, 2016 | Landmines

Landmines are the world’s worst serial killer. In 2014 alone, nearly 4,000 people were injured or killed by these explosive remnants of war. 80 percent of those victims were civilians. But the process of detecting and removing landmines can be slow, expensive,...
The Final Product

The Final Product

Dec 12, 2016 | Sea Rescue

When people hear the word “drone,” they usually immediately think of a toy with a camera meant for an adult child or a military device capable of mass destruction. They do not realize the immense amount of applications that fall between these two extremes....
Hives Save Lives!

Hives Save Lives!

Dec 12, 2016 | Wind

Bees are dying. Guess what happens if bees die? You do too. Bees are on the endangered species list because parasites, pesticides, fungi, and Colony Collapse Disorder have devastated their hives. We must save the bees! The JMU Bee Team spent the entire semester...
City Walls Public Presentation

City Walls Public Presentation

Dec 11, 2016 | City Walls

The prosperous 16th century city of Cartagena, Colombia fortified itself against pirates and invaders with a wall surrounding the city. Today, that wall is a UNESCO-protected heritage site and important tourist destination in the city. Due to increases in acid rain,...
Tidal Team Project Outcome

Tidal Team Project Outcome

Dec 8, 2016 | Tidal

In Norfolk, Virginia flooding is a seemingly ever present issue.  Tidal flooding occurs and when compounded by heavy rain or hurricanes, serious damage can be done to property in the area.  Our project, was to develop a way to accurately track tidal flooding in our...