News & Announcements
UMD Graduate Student Wins Marconi Society Award
Sep 20, 2024 - Nakul Garg, a sixth-year computer science doctoral student advised by Nirupam Roy, was recognized for his work in information and communications technology.
Purcell Runs the MC2 Playbook with Precision and Passion
Sep 18, 2024 - Dana Purcell expertly manages the daily operations at the Maryland Cybersecurity Center, overseeing everything from office space to event coordination with the pride and precision of a winning football quarterback.
Gorshkov Named Finalist for 2024 Blavatnik National Awards for Young Scientists
Sep 12, 2024 - The awards acknowledge the accomplishments and future potential of scientists and engineers who are 42 years old or younger.
Hall Receives $3.5M in Federal Funding for Innovative Gut Microbiome Research
Sep 11, 2024 - The funding supports groundbreaking work in the characterization of microbial enzymes and the development of novel wearable devices for monitoring gut health.
TRAILS AI Institute Announces Second Round of Seed Funding
Sep 10, 2024 - Five interdisciplinary projects, funded with seed grants ranging from $115K to $150K apiece, will advance novel AI research and scholarship that can impact education, transportation, emergency preparedness and health care.
16,648 Reasons to Live
Sep 09, 2024 - Computational linguist Philip Resnik is using machine learning to break down how people found the strength to resist suicide.
Hartree Fellow Uses Cryptography to Test Quantum Physics
Sep 06, 2024 - Using techniques from cryptography and computational complexity theory, Atul Singh Arora is developing methods to certify the properties of quantum systems that are otherwise hard to investigate.
Combining AI and Earth System Research to Improve Climate Forecasting for Underserved Communities
Sep 05, 2024 - Maria Molina and Chris Metzler are developing novel AI-based approaches that can help address systemic inequities and improve the lives of populations that are vulnerable to extreme weather events.
Innovative Approach to Cryptography Makes Privacy More Personal
Aug 26, 2024 - Gabe Kaptchuk is developing privacy systems that go beyond traditional, abstract methods, emphasizing a human-centered approach that responds to how people actually interact with technology.
TRAILS Faculty Launch New Study on Perception Bias and AI Systems
Aug 26, 2024 - The researchers are conducting a series of studies to determine the level of bias that users expect from AI systems, and how AI providers explain to users that their systems may include biased data.