Emory Report
Weekly Edition | July 27, 2026
Hi, Emory friends!
“The Odyssey” continues to draw crowds at theaters nationwide — and Emory has connections to the story at the Michael C. Carlos Museum. Hear Ruth Allen, curator of Greek and Roman art at the Carlos, explain what they are in a new video series, beginning with a bust of Homer.
Plus, learn how Emory researchers are speeding discovery through AI and meet a Goizueta Business School graduate who’s helping small Appalachian businesses with projects that make a big difference.
Keep scrolling for more highlights and remember you can always visit Emory News for the latest updates.
We’ll see you next week!
— The Emory Report team
This week’s stories
Decoding the walls: What graffiti can teach us about our world
The roots of street art run deep, from the scribblings of ancient Romans to modern-day “style writing.” Julia Tulke, assistant teaching professor in Emory’s Institute for Liberal Arts, shares its significance and Atlanta connections with the Emory community.
Closing the gap for Appalachian small businesses
Appalachian Advisory pairs small business owners across the Appalachian region with teams of students and young professionals for short, project-based work. The pro bono consultancy was begun by Goizueta graduate Amisha Agrawal.
See the Carlos Museum’s connections to ‘The Odyssey’
Audiences continue to pack theaters to watch the movie adaptation of Homer’s classic “The Odyssey.” Join Greek and Roman art curator Ruth Allen as she explores objects related to the movie’s time frame, beginning with a bust of Homer. Follow the Carlos Museum on Instagram to see more videos in the series.
Global misinformation takes center stage at Emory conference
Emory College brought together leading scholars to study propaganda and information manipulation, emphasizing feedback and collaboration over traditional presentations to better address the growing global impact of disinformation.
Emory experts in the news
Emory scientists selected for U.S. Genesis Mission awards to speed discovery through AI
Three Emory researchers earned Genesis Mission awards for two AI-powered projects: an Emory-led effort exploring plasma from the lab to the cosmos, and a collaboration to develop tools to find critical minerals in mine waste.