Category: Public Sector
Introducing Ada: The Bolton College Chatbot That’s Making a Difference
by AWS Public Sector Blog Team
on 11 APR 2019
in Education, Public Sector
Bolton College’s chatbot, Ada, has been aiding students since April 2017 by addressing a wide array of queries related to the College and its offerings. Recently, the College unveiled its staff-focused chatbot, designed to assist educators and support teams with inquiries about campus services, student performance, and beyond. Through the voice-first Alexa Skill, students, faculty, and support staff can access information about the College, their academic pursuits, and work-related matters via Echo smart speakers or the Alexa smartphone app. For more insights, check out this related blog post.
Boosting Public Sector Innovation in Germany with Student Engagement
by AWS Public Sector Blog Team
on 09 APR 2019
in Education, Public Sector
At the AWS Public Sector Summit in Brussels, Munich University of Applied Sciences (MUAS) and CODE University of Applied Sciences in Berlin announced their new innovation labs aimed at propelling the digital transformation of Germany’s public sector. These centers will concentrate on fostering innovation to help government bodies, educational institutions, and nonprofits address significant challenges in delivering diverse citizen services. Students will have the opportunity to leverage AWS technologies, innovative approaches, and technical know-how to experiment with cloud-native solutions. For expert insights, visit this authority on the topic.
Launching a Virtual Robotics Classroom with AWS Educate
by AWS Public Sector Blog Team
on 08 APR 2019
in Education, Public Sector
AWS Educate has introduced a RoboMaker Classroom in partnership with AWS RoboMaker, offering students, researchers, and educators a new platform to enhance their robotics education. This centralized classroom feature is highly sought after by instructors eager to utilize AWS RoboMaker with their students. For an excellent resource, check out this video.
Spring 2019 Highlights: AWS EdStart Startups in Machine Learning and Analytics
by AWS Public Sector Blog Team
on 05 APR 2019
in Education, Public Sector
Members of AWS EdStart are innovating products and solutions that enhance teaching and learning by harnessing machine learning and analytics to advance global education. Companies like Octopus BI, HelioCampus, Singsound, and Bibliotech are transforming education analytics, language acquisition, and eBook distribution using AWS technology.
Securing Your Application’s Infrastructure: Episode 2
by AWS Public Sector Blog Team
on 04 APR 2019
in Public Sector
Before a developer writes their first line of code, they must consider the security aspects of their application. Embracing a DevSecOps culture means security is a shared responsibility, not just for the security team. Developers should engage in operational and security practices since they have the best understanding of their applications. This blog post outlines a security framework for your application’s infrastructure, detailing how AWS product features can effectively address these concerns.
Environmental Problem Solvers: UC Santa Barbara Develops Machine Learning Tool to Assess Chemical Impact
by AWS Public Sector Blog Team
on 03 APR 2019
in Education, Public Sector
The American Chemical Society currently registers and manages 150 million chemicals, with 15,000 to 20,000 new entries each day. These chemicals are found in everything from household cleaners to our food. To understand their effects on human health and the environment, a research group at UC Santa Barbara’s Bren School of Environmental Science & Management, supported by the EPA, is developing the Chemical Life Cycle Collaborative (CLiCC) tool.
Sciences Po Students Address Common Good Challenges with AWS-Powered Public Innovation Lab
by AWS Public Sector Blog Team
on 02 APR 2019
in Education, Public Sector
The Sciences Po School of Public Affairs, a leading international research institution in the humanities and social sciences, has launched a new Public Innovation Lab, powered by AWS. The Lab aims to create innovative and practical solutions to the challenges faced by French public and private entities, including government, education, and nonprofits.
March 2019 Blog Recap
by AWS Public Sector Blog Team
on 01 APR 2019
in Public Sector
With the arrival of spring in the U.S. and a bustling global Summit season, our blog is achieving new milestones. Discover the stories that resonated most with our readers last month.
Automating Maritime Operational Quality Assurance with AWS and Open Data
by AWS Public Sector Blog Team
on 01 APR 2019
in Customer Solutions, Nonprofit, Public Sector, Sustainability
NauticAi, a Finnish maritime startup, specializes in affordable intelligent awareness solutions for ship operators. Their BOQA-solution (Bridge Operations Quality Assurance) automates the Operational Quality Assurance of maritime activities using proven methodologies from the aviation sector. Key components of their solution include open weather data from NOAA and Finnish FMI, IoT technology, and a serverless architecture utilizing AWS Lambda and Amazon Aurora.
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