KVUE Highlights UT's AI Master's Program, Witnessing Soaring Demand

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05/08/2024 - The University of Texas has introduced a new Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence program, which has received a tremendous response from students. Over 600 students have enrolled in the program's first semester, indicating the growing interest in AI-related jobs worldwide. The university has emphasized the program's focus on developing AI experts for future generations. The curriculum strongly emphasizes ethics to equip graduates with the necessary skills to navigate the ethical aspects of AI technology. Read More

UTPC Team Excels at International Programming Competition

Students on the UTPC team (Left to right) - Ruoshi Dai ('23, M.S.) Jiawei Li (current Ph.D.), and Stanley Wei ('23, Turing Scholar)

Students on the UTPC team (Left to right) - Ruoshi Dai ('23, M.S.) Jiawei Li (current Ph.D.), and Stanley Wei ('23, Turing Scholar)

05/06/2024 - This past month, UTPC competed at the International Collegiate Programming Contest (ICPC) World Finals hosted by the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport in Luxor, Egypt. The competition consisted of teams from 124 regions (approx. 372 students) trying to solve 11 problems in 5 hrs. The first-place team, Peking University, solved 10 problems. The second-place team, M.I.T., solved 9 problems. UT solved 6 problems and came in 53rd place, 9th place in North America. Read More

Transforming Human-Robot Interaction Through Mood Inducing Music

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05/06/2024 - Music has always had the power to stir our emotions, from the exhilaration of a fast-paced rock anthem to the melancholy of a soulful ballad. But, could the music we listen to also affect how we make decisions, especially in our interactions with robots? This intriguing question lies at the heart of a study conducted by UT Austin Assistant Professor Elad Liebman and Professor Peter Stone.  Read More

Five Computer Science Students Named 2024 College of Natural Sciences Dean’s Honored Graduates

UT Computer Science students Alex Burton, Stephane Hatgis-Kessell, Jenn Mickel, Leo Orshansky, and Shankar Padmanabhan tiled in white circles, each inside a colorful square in UT brand colors.
05/03/2024 - Meet the graduating Computer Science seniors being recognized for excellence in research, academics, and improving the community. Read More

Shyamal Mitra Earns Spot in Alcalde's 2024 Texas 10

UT Computer Science Professor Shyamal Mitra

Associate Professor of Instruction, Department of Computer Science, College of Natural Sciences

Photograph by Matt Wright-Steel

04/30/2024 - Professor Shyamal Mitra embodies a lifelong commitment to learning and resilience, transitioning from astronomy and physics to teaching computer science. Despite initial challenges and self-doubt when tasked with teaching a programming language he had yet to master, Mitra embraced the opportunity, learning alongside his students and fostering a culture of shared discovery. Read More

Could a Robot Win the World Cup? UT Experts Explore Future of Automatons

Three Nao humanoid robots lined up on RoboCup practice field.
04/19/2024 - UT Computer Science is at the forefront of robotics innovation, aiming to propel the field forward. Highlighted in a recent article by KXAN, experts like Dr. Peter Stone and Justin Hart showcased their work, including advancements in generative AI, which is integral to tasks ranging from domestic chores to humanoid robot soccer, a part of the RoboCup Federation's ambitious goal of a robot team winning the World Cup by 2050. Read More

Professor Kristen Grauman Elected Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science

Professor Kristen Grauman standing in front of the wood slats of the grand stairway in the Gates Dell Complex
04/18/2024 - UT Computer Science Professor Kristen Grauman is among the eleven faculty members at The University of Texas at Austin who have been elected fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), including prominent figures in artificial intelligence from the university’s Department of Read More

U.S. News Ranks UT Austin Computer Science Among Best in Graduate Program Rankings

Number 7 Best Graduate Computer Science Program in the Nation
04/09/2024 - The 2024-2025 rankings tout computer science at The University of Texas at Austin as among the seven best nationally. Read More

Undergraduate Researchers Help Unlock Lessons of Machine Learning and AI

Four undergraduate students, Prasann Singhal, Nihita Sarma, Shankar Padmanabhan and Jennifer Mickel pose on a staircase near a limestone building at UT.

UT College of Natural Sciences undergraduates Prasann Singhal, Nihita Sarma, Shankar Padmanabhan and Jennifer Mickel are conducting research into AI and its applications.

03/20/2024 - From large language models to brain-machine interfaces, students work with faculty on cutting-edge research. Read More

Alzheimer’s Drug Fermented With Help From AI and Bacteria Moves Closer to Reality

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03/14/2024 - An innovative approach uses artificial intelligence and biosensors to pave the way for faster drug development. Read More

UT Programming Team Advances to ICPC North America Championship Following Strong Regional Performance

The UT Programming Team gathered together for a photo in a restuarant. Eight students and three faculty coaches stand in the back row. Four students sit in the front row.
02/29/2024 - On Sat, February 24, 2024, the UT Programming Team competed in the ICPC South Central USA Regional Competition. As a result, one team will advance to the ICPC North America Championship on Monday, May 27, 2024.   Read More

New Virtual Master’s Program in AI Breaks Traditional Learning Methods

robotic person in glowing Tron-like suit on desktop computer with binary code and UT seal on screen.

by Cassandra Ozuna

02/20/2024 - The newly introduced Online Master's in Artificial Intelligence (MSAI) program at the University of Texas at Austin is strategically designed to meet the dynamic needs of the AI sector while placing a strong emphasis on ethical considerations. Throughout the program, students are immersed in challenging coursework, including a compulsory "Ethics in AI" course that underscores the importance of responsible AI utilization, incorporating assignments featuring AI tools such as ChatGPT. Read More

Inaugural Class of AI Master’s Students Tackle a Transformative Moment in Tech

The University of Texas at Austin has welcomed its first cohort of students in the new, affordable, online artificial intelligence graduate degree program.

Owen McCormack in Boston is one of the students in the inaugural class of the artificial intelligence master’s degree program offered by The University of Texas at Austin. Courtesy: Owen McCormack.

02/09/2024 - The University of Texas at Austin has welcomed its first cohort of students in the new, affordable, online artificial intelligence graduate degree program. Read More

Understanding the Mathematical Foundations Behind Challenging Puzzle Design

image of a disentanglement puzzle. A blue square with a three by three grid with a red donut looped around one of the grid lines of the square. View from top and view from bottom.
02/01/2024 - Researchers from The University of Texas at Austin and McGill University delve into the mathematical intricacies of wire puzzle design. Focusing on geometrical aspects, they establish criteria for puzzle characteristics, emphasizing the importance of a challenging experience. The team introduces quantitative metrics to assess tunnel-bubble structures, demonstrating their effectiveness in distinguishing puzzles from non-puzzles. Their findings provide a foundation for an optimization model, shaping the future of wire puzzle design. Read More

New Texas Center Will Create Generative AI Computing Cluster Among Largest of Its Kind

Alex Demarkis, right, and Adam Klivans, left, in front of the GPU computing cluster powering the Center for Generative AI.

Adam Klivans and Alex Dimakis. Photo credit: Jack Myer.

01/25/2024 - The University of Texas at Austin is creating one of the most powerful artificial intelligence hubs in the academic world to lead in research and offer world-class AI infrastructure to a wide range of partners. Read More

Aditya Akella and Emmett Witchel Selected as 2023 ACM Fellows

UT Computer Science Professors Aditya Aella and Emmett Witchel against a blue background.

Emmett Witchel and Aditya Akella

01/24/2024 - Computer Scientists Aditya Akella and Emmett Witchel have been named 2023 Fellows of the Association for Computing Machinery. Read More

Zuckerman Receives the NAS Michael and Sheila Held Prize

Professor David Zuckerman sitting at his desk in his office writing on a tablet of paper.

David Zuckerman. Credit: Nolan Zunk.

01/22/2024 - David Zuckerman is a professor of computer science whose research focuses primarily on pseudorandomness and the role of randomness in computing. Read More

Professor Vijay Chidambaram Creates Free Resource for Aspiring Computer Science Professors

Professor Vijay Chidambaram leaning against the GDC stairway smiling. A slanted orange overlay with text reads, 'The CS Assistant Professor Handbook: Essential know-how for new and aspiring computer science professors by Vijay Chidambaram'
11/15/2023 - Academia can be opaque from the outside to folks who wonder what being a professor is like. This can be a hurdle for aspiring graduate students, who are interested in the role, but are anxious about all the different things that are required as a professor. Vijay Chidambaram, Professor of Computer Science at UT Austin, has authored a book, "The CS Assistant Professor Handbook: Essential know-how for new and aspiring computer science professors", to tackle this challenge. Read More

Unlocking the Power of Bilevel Optimization: BOME

A night view of a city scene with multiple highway overpasses overlapping.
11/08/2023 - In mathematical optimization, a new approach is emerging, promising to transform how we tackle intricate challenges across various domains. Consider the complexity of bilevel optimization, a problem that has confounded experts in machine learning, engineering, and other fields. Recent advances are providing new insights into this intricate landscape, presenting a streamlined technique that has the potential to significantly enhance our ability to navigate these complex problems.  Read More

The Role of Domain-Specific Pretraining in Digital Discourse Analysis

11/02/2023 - Smriti Singh spends a lot of time on social media. But, not in the way most students do.  Read More

Celebrating 20 Years of Turing Scholars

Professor Calvin Lin with current Turing Scholars Honors students in fall 2023

Professor Calvin Lin, Director of the Turing Scholars Honors Program, with current Turing Scholars (Fall 2023).

10/26/2023 - This year, the Department of Computer Science is celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Turing Scholars Honors Program, a milestone that recognizes the many talented students the program has seen since its inception. Over the years, the program has established itself as one of the premier computer science honors programs in the country, leaving a lasting impact on its graduates’ academic and professional journeys. Read More

Keshav Pingali Receives ACM-IEEE Ken Kennedy Award for High Performance and Parallel Computing

UT Computer Science Professor Keshav Pingali in front of the Gates Dell Complex at The University of Texas at Austin
10/04/2023 - It’s 4 a.m. in Italy. Jet lagged before a conference, Keshav Pingali, professor of Computer Science and core faculty member at the Oden Institute for Computational Engineering and Sciences, found himself unable to sleep. His response to this restlessness will feel familiar to many a reader: he opened his laptop to check his email. Read More

Simon Lam Inducted into Internet Hall of Fame

UT Computer Science Professor Emeritus Simon Lam

Simon Lam, a UT Austin Professor Emeritus of Computer Science, created the first secure sockets layer in 1993 for Internet applications.

09/29/2023 - Simon Lam has been inducted into the Internet Hall of Fame for creating the first secure sockets layer in 1993 for internet applications. Read More

Paving the Way for a New Era in Crash Consistency Testing

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09/27/2023 - The work of researchers from The University of Texas at Austin’s Department of Computer Science in crash consistency has yielded a breakthrough innovation—the Chipmunk system. At its core, Chipmunk zeroes in on a crucial mission—meticulously testing file systems to identify and tackle crash consistency bugs that can significantly impact data integrity and system reliability. The UT Austin team has produced a promising solution that could pave the way for a new era in data storage and stability. Read More

Don Fussell's Leadership Recognized with CNS Rom Rhome Award

UT Computer Science Professor and Department Chair Don Fussell
09/15/2023 - Don Fussell, Department Chair and Professor of Computer Science, has received the prestigious CNS Rom Rhome Leadership Award from the College of Natural Sciences at UT Austin. This award celebrates his outstanding contributions to the field and exemplary service as an academic leader. Read More

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