Director of The Center for Simulation and Synthetic Humans (The Center), Dr. Marjorie Zielke and Program Manager for The Center, Rudy Avila, recently participated in the STEAM Academy with a keynote presentation highlighting the process behind virtual human development and inspiring attendees to conceptualize their own potential virtual humans to improve society. The STEAM Academy is a 2-week immersive technology and innovation-driven experience for approximately 300 children and young teens hosted by the T.D. Jakes Foundation in collaboration with Goldman Sachs and the Dallas Mavericks.

Rudy Avila (Left) and Dr. Marjorie Zielke (Right) featured in the STEAM Academy Main Hall.