b'The ASL Learning AppZoe R MartinSponsor: Dr. Krishnendu Roy, Department of Computer ScienceFor this research project, we have built the prototype for an Android app that helps people effectively learn American Sign Language (ASL). ASL is the communication method for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. It is comprised of a series of hand motions that represent letter, numbers, words, and concepts. The early stages of the app will teach users the alphabet, numbers, and some words to help them get started. Later stages of the app will teach users how to create sentences in sign language and supply the user with gifs and videos on how to convey their messages. The app will also teach the user about the deaf community and deaf culture. The goal for the app is to create an effective, efficient, and fun way to learn sign language.Chatbots and their Applications in E-CommerceMarkus L. Turner, Jr., Zaniecia K. Hardy and William J. LeeSponsor: Dr. Chunlei Liu, Department of Computer ScienceWith the growing use of mobile instant messengers around the world, chatbot, a system that automatically communicates with people based on artificial intelligence on a messenger, is drawing attention for its versatility and ability to learn. For our research paper, we decided to gather academic journals and utilize multiple webpages on how chatbots have evolved from simple response AI to intricate and impressive systems that are capable of utilizing speech and conversations to personalize user experience, help with online marketing and shopping, searching the web upon request, and many other functions. Our research concludes that the utilization of chatbots within e-commerce will not only boost online shopping, but it will eventually standardize most of the business transactions done online.45'