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Sheldon Jacobson

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  • Computer Science Professor and Data Science Communicator, Freelance
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Covers:  Aviation & airport security, data science, artificial intelligence, risk analysis, decision-making under uncertainty, gerrymandering, gun safety, air travel, sports gambling, lotteries.
CS Professor, PhD, Data Guy, Risk Analysis, AI, Sports Analytics, Airport Security, Travel, Public Policy & Health, Algorithmic Redistricting, Security.
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My Turn | We have more in common than we may think

My Turn | We have more in common than we may think

The News-Gazette (Champaign, IL) — "We are living in contentious and polarizing times. Many believe it is threatening the very fabric that defines our nation. We all have so much in common. Throwing away what
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Ripple by The Washington Post

Ripple by The Washington Post

The Washington Post — Opinions from across America, powered by the Washington Post
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Why RFK's Denmark-style vaccine recommendations won't work in the US

Why RFK's Denmark-style vaccine recommendations won't work in the US

The Hill — The U.S. and Denmark healthcare systems are radically different - examining only the specific vaccines offered in each country "misses the forest by focusing entirely on the trees."
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Betting is changing American sports

Betting is changing American sports

The Dallas Morning News — Sports betting is ubiquitous now. It has grown into a $13.7 billion industry. But sportsbooks are incentivized to foster addictive behavior. The trend is...
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How will the government shutdown impact air travel?

How will the government shutdown impact air travel?

University of Illinois News Bureau — CHAMPAIGN, Ill. ­- On Oct. 1, the U.S. government shut down, placing as many as 750,000 federal workers on furlough. It remains unclear how long this shutdown will last. With the Transportation Security Administration screening as many as 3 million people every day, and air traffic control staffing levels already low, strain on staff could affect travelers' experiences at the airport, says aviation expert Sheldon H.
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If something is labeled smart, does that make it better? Sheldon H. Jacobson

If something is labeled smart, does that make it better? Sheldon H. Jacobson

Cleveland.com — Smart technologies can make systems function better and provide support for human decision-making. Yet separating the marketing from the reality, just because a "smart'" technology makes humans appear smarter, that of itself is insufficient to label the technology as smart, writes guest columnist Sheldon H.
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Can California offset Texas in redistricting?

Can California offset Texas in redistricting?

The Dallas Morning News — California faces an additional hurdle because it has an independent redistricting commission but its map could easily be redrawn to find five additional...
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Jacobson: 'Made in America' is alive, well and misunderstood

Jacobson: 'Made in America' is alive, well and misunderstood

The Daily Item — Sheldon H. Jacobson The president supports purchasing goods that are "made in America." To encourage this, President Donald Trump has imposed tariffs on imports from literally every country that the U.S. does business with, with 10% to 15% as the floor baseline. His hope is that tariffs would push more companies to move their manufacturing [...]
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Texas redistricting is leading to a mapping arms race. Where will it end?

Texas redistricting is leading to a mapping arms race. Where will it end?

The Dallas Morning News — Texas may start a redistricting map race that will continue to stifle the democratic process.
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Barring foreign students from US universities is a big mistake

Barring foreign students from US universities is a big mistake

The Hill — Though the economic ramifications of keeping international students from enrolling in the U,S, are significant, the threat to our national security is even greater.
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Quantum computing will be bigger than AI - so why is no one talking about it?

Quantum computing will be bigger than AI - so why is no one talking about it?

The Hill — Discover the revolutionary world of quantum computing, a potential game-changer that could transform our digital landscape and security systems.
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Is DOGE's machete approach to the federal workforce doing more harm than good?

Is DOGE's machete approach to the federal workforce doing more harm than good?

The Hill — The Department of Government Efficiency is tackling federal government bloat by offering buyouts and reducing the federal workforce. But will DOGE deliver the promised results?
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When science itself comes under attack, we all suffer

When science itself comes under attack, we all suffer

The Hill — Anyone who rejects the benefits of science and the scientific method should toss away their smartphone, stop using the internet and social media, never travel on an airplane, and ignore medical adv...
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Is it still safe to fly in the US?

Is it still safe to fly in the US?

The Hill — The midair collision between an American Airlines regional jet and an Army Blackhawk helicopter at Washington Reagan National Airport on Jan. 29 resulted in 67 deaths. If the plane struck by the he...
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Opinion - Here's what we know so far about the DCA airplane collision

Opinion - Here's what we know so far about the DCA airplane collision

Yahoo — Early evidence suggests that the crash was avoidable. Human error is the likely culprit.
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Here's what we know so far about the DCA airplane collision

Here's what we know so far about the DCA airplane collision

The Hill — An American Airlines CRJ700 collided with an Army Black Hawk helicopter, killing everyone aboard. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the tragic accident.
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Jacobson: Does AI have a place on the football field?

Jacobson: Does AI have a place on the football field?

Boston Herald — Given that artificial intelligence has become ubiquitous in society, and continues to grow, does it have a place on the football field, or more accurately, can it replace referees in getting every call right?
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Commentary: Is bird flu a risk yet to people?

Commentary: Is bird flu a risk yet to people?

Pantagraph — Sheldon H. Jacobson Dr. Janet A. Jokela from the Carle Illinois College of Medicine write of increasing concern surrounding the bird flu and the challenge of detecting its escalation.
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American Airlines passengers are the real losers in Skiplagged lawsuit

American Airlines passengers are the real losers in Skiplagged lawsuit

The Dallas Morning News — A recent ruling in favor of American Airlines doesn't change the pricing structure that makes skiplagging attractive. And it may end up hurting AA because the...
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Sheldon H. Jacobson: Facial recognition demonstrates its worth at airport

Sheldon H. Jacobson: Facial recognition demonstrates its worth at airport

Napa Valley Register — Transportation Security Administration officers at Tampa International Airport found out firsthand how well facial recognition works.
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Everyone knew it was time for Biden to step aside. How will the Republicans respond?

Everyone knew it was time for Biden to step aside. How will the Republicans respond?

The Hill — Everyone knew it was time for President Biden to step aside as the 2024 Democratic nominee. Now, how will the Republicans respond?
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Opinion: An automatic refund policy for air travel delays may cause more harm than good

Opinion: An automatic refund policy for air travel delays may cause more harm than good

Bangor Daily News — "There are no one-size-fits-all solutions to helping air travelers when their flights are disrupted."
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Opinion: Why are some banknotes hot commodities for collectors?

Opinion: Why are some banknotes hot commodities for collectors?

Bangor Daily News — "Collectors avidly seek such banknotes with unusual serial numbers, labeled as 'fancy.'"
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The myth of personal privacy

The myth of personal privacy

The Hill — In 2024, asking if we should have a right to personal privacy is the wrong question; we crossed that bridge with the arrival of the internet decades ago.
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