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An illustration of the types of technology research projects underway in the School of Computing and Augmented Intelligence

Technology research matters

New NSF rankings show ASU’s expanding impact in industrial engineering and computer science.
School or unitArtificial intelligenceManufacturingRoboticsSecurity
Dave Mills, Aashritha Machiraju and Leo Francis take a break from walking their dogs

Stellar student finds friendship is the best algorithm

An emerging biomedical informatics researcher and computer science grad brought curiosity, compassion and innovation to her work at ASU.
5 miners at the Resolution Copper mine

Inside a mine’s digital doppelgänger

Deep underground, ASU students are using computer science to predict heat and water risks in a copper mine, helping make dangerous work safer.
School or unitData science
Jesus Aguilar

Computer science student tailors AI for fashion

By bridging computer vision and fashion, new tools aim to reduce waste, speed design and make digital clothing feel real.
School or unitArtificial intelligence
A portrait of U.S. Space Force Major Tyler T. Williams.

Major in motion

ASU graduate student and active-duty officer merges military expertise with advanced research to strengthen the nation’s cyber defense.
School or unitArtificial intelligenceSecurity
Pooyan Fazli and Hasti Seifi

2025 Year in review

Throughout the year, the Fulton Schools community remained focused on innovation with purpose, responsibility at scale and impact that extends from student success to global communities and beyond.
Abhirup Vijay Gunakar speaking

Tech dreams accelerate as Abhirup grows through Google Developer Group

Abhirup Vijay Gunakar discovered new passions and practical skills through engaging events and teamwork that continue to guide his aspirations.
Jameela Kauser at the 2025 Grace Hopper Celebration

Imagining new futures at the Grace Hopper Celebration

Computer science students share how standout sessions, industry insights and moments of connection shaped their outlook on tech.
students with Steven Osburn

Holiday tradition fosters global community

The annual Fulton Schools Thanksgiving celebration is a welcome space for anyone seeking community and a home-cooked meal.
Portraits of Jeff Ehret, Vani Kola, Harriet Nembhard and His Excellency Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansoori

Four alumni honored at 2025 Fulton Schools Hall of Fame

The Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University celebrated four exceptional alumni during the 2025 Hall of Fame ceremony.
An illustration of a student working on a computer

When facts aren’t enough

By analyzing rhetoric instead of facts alone, Skeptik teaches users to question how information shapes what they believe.
School or unitArtificial intelligence
A portrait of Hannah Kerner

ASU’s Hannah Kerner recognized among top global AI innovators

Turning data into decisions, Kerner is showing how artificial intelligence can help people and the planet thrive together.
School or unitArtificial intelligenceEnvironment
Saurav Kumar and Ahadu Assegued

Meet students researching implants, manufacturing and more

Students in the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at ASU conduct use-inspired research to address real-world challenges.
Pooyan Fazli and Hasti Seifi

AI-guided care spans from space to the Sonoran Desert

When every second counts, new AI-driven AR glasses may help save lives by delivering real-time medical instructions with no internet required.
School or unitArtificial intelligenceHealth
A graphic shows people protesting while holding signs.

When speaking out feels risky

ASU researchers developed a model showing how fear, boldness and surveillance interact to shape when people choose to speak up or stay silent.
School or unitSecurity
An oil pipeline.

Smarter fuel pipelines, safer communities

ASU researchers are using robotics and AI to reimagine infrastructure inspection.
School or unitArtificial intelligence
Hindu YUVA students on the steps of Old Main at ASU

Helping international students feel at home

ASU faculty members and students foster belonging across cultures.
A graphic showing Ben Mixon-Baca in front of racks of servers.

Think your VPN keeps you safe? Think again

ASU doctoral student shows how privacy apps can become surveillance tools.
School or unitSecurity

Date range January 2026 – October 2025