Texas 4-H Robotics Challenge Meets Veterinary Medicine: A Unique Collaboration

In an exciting fusion of technology and healthcare, the Texas 4-H Robotics Challenge recently teamed up with veterinary medicine to create a one-of-a-kind experience for future biomedical engineers. This innovative collaboration brought together the bright minds of young robotics enthusiasts…

Ritter Awarded Texas 4H Grant: Bringing STEM Opportunities to Rural County Youth

In January 2024, Dr. Ritter founded the Panola Robotics program with two Lego Mindstorm robots borrowed by the Panola County AgriLife Extension Office. This comprehensive program is designed to equip youth with a variety of skills related to robotics, coding,…
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Project Wrap-Up:  Iowa Foreign Animal Disease Preparedness Stakeholder Focus Groups Program

As agriculture in Iowa has changed and grown, and concerns surrounding a global animal health incident have increased, the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS) has made a concerted effort to ensure that both Iowa producers and veterinarians…