Dr. Zuo will be leading a new project on "Modernizing Cities via Smart Garden Alleys with Application in Makassar City" funded by the National Science Foundation. This project is in collaboration with the US Department of State, Virginia Tech and Gadja Mada University to integrate innovations in smart and connected communities with creative gardens within the city alleys of Makassar City, Indonesia. Congratulations to Dr. Zuo for receiving the funding for this project!