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Current DIF Project

Skinsights AI, Smarter Skin, Powered by AI

Skinsights AI, Smarter Skin, Powered by AI From Image to Insight—Your Skin, Perfected

Skinsights.AI, founded by Rucha Dave, is an AI-powered skincare companion that delivers personalized, dermatologist-backed recommendations through advanced image analysis. By continuously learning from each user’s skin and integrating both cultural and scientific insights, the platform provides tailored, actionable guidance that goes beyond traditional skincare apps.

The Digital Innovation Foundry (DIF) has partnered to support the development of Skinsights.AI by assisting in platform selection, system architecture, and database design, as well as guiding the creation of a Minimum Viable Product (MVP). Additional support may include API integration and enhancement of machine learning capabilities, with future expansion evaluated at the project’s conclusion. The project is currently being carried out by Xavier Lopez, a Management Information Systems major, under the guidance of Manoj Chacko for DIF.

Edulore AI, Innovating Education, One Level at a Time

Powering the Future of Learning with AI

Edulore AI, founded by Arish Sayyed, is a B2B2C generative-AI plugin designed for Learning Management Systems (LMS) that transforms traditional coursework into an engaging, RPG-style learning experience. By turning lessons, quizzes, and assignments into interactive levels, it enhances student engagement and makes learning more immersive and rewarding.

The Digital Innovation Foundry (DIF) has partnered to support the development of Edulore AI. This collaboration reflects a forward-thinking approach to modern education by integrating innovative digital technologies into student learning. The project is currently being carried out by Moa Al Balushi and Elizabet Uritsky, both Management Information Systems majors, under the guidance of Manoj Chacko for DIF.

DIF will assist with project setup, including system architecture and database design, and support the development of a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) across backend, frontend, and API integration.

AI Aware Writing Environment (AAWE) Project

Fostering Ethical and Scalable AI Use in Education

The AI Aware Writing Environment (AAWE), founded by Dr. Megan Kane and Stephen Malkowicz, is designed to help students responsibly use AI tools under instructor-set guidelines. AAWE provides instructors with flexible assignment controls and insights into student engagement and AI use, both authorized and unauthorized.

In partnership with the Digital Innovation Foundry (DIF), AAWE is working to enhance its capabilities. Moa Al Balushi, a management information systems student guided by Manoj Chacko, is currently helping advance the project.

Key goals include building a scalable AWS cloud infrastructure for 1,500+ users and improving AI detection and feedback algorithms to ensure high-quality results and academic integrity.

Measure and structure dental school student development

DIF is partnering with Temple’s Kornberg School of Dentistry to implement the PRO platform, to measure, structure, and motivate the professional development of dental students. The DIF team includes Manoj Chacko, Laurel Miller, and Munir Mandviwalla, co-founders of PRO Community LLC, a Temple University spin-off company that arose from the first DIF project.

At Kornberg, according to Dean Amid Ismail: “Student development is a critical part of our mission. Professional development of students can be advanced by PRO that document and allow faculty to measure the professional development and experience of students.”

Currently, an extended soft release is underway, with the platform set to become mandatory for all students starting in fall 2024 (see PRO Platform for more information).