Topic

Artificial intelligence

Artificial intelligence (AI) refers to the development of computer systems that can perform tasks typically requiring human intelligence, such as learning, reasoning and problem-solving. It encompasses technologies like machine learning, natural language processing and computer vision. AI is transforming industries by enabling automation, improving decision-making and enhancing user experiences across various domains.

Hannah Kerner speaks at the U.S. award ceremony for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Science Prize for Innovation, Research and Education
July 3, 2026
Hannah Kerner recognized for advancing AI that improves food security and disaster resilience.
John Rudolph, Lisa Depew and Christopher Bailey
June 26, 2026
Supported by Intel, ASU and Rio Salado’s summer institute gave Arizona teachers an inside look at the chips, careers and opportunities of the AI era.
collage of portraits of five award recipients
June 18, 2026
Fulton Schools faculty recognized for advancing inclusive excellence and AI-enhanced learning.
Jiaqi Gu
June 15, 2026
Jiaqi Gu receives CAREER Award to develop AI-powered design tools that could accelerate the creation of faster, more energy-efficient electronic-photonic chips.
Jia Zou on a yellow background surrounded by spare computer parts.
June 11, 2026
Jia Zou’s systems rethink how databases and AI models work together to reduce computational waste.
Lei Yu
June 10, 2026
The GDIT executive says future graduates must learn to collaborate with AI systems.
Eirini Eleni Tsiropoulou

Making hidden networks smarter

Eirini Eleni Tsiropoulou is developing intelligent systems that help future networks and autonomous technologies make decisions under uncertainty.
School or unitECEE
man spraying liquid on a rocky slope in the woods

Recovering critical minerals from waste

ASU researchers develop ways to refine and reuse discarded materials to reduce reliance on imports.
School or unitSSEBE
Mirali Purohit

12 million images later, Mars starts to make sense

A new AI model from the Kerner Lab helps scientists analyze the Red Planet at a planetary scale.
School or unitSCAI
Agilan Kumara, a Fulton Schools student, works with colorful wires and electronic equipment in an engineering lab while smiling down at a circuit setup. An oscilloscope and other testing instruments are visible on the table.

Innovation Showcase opens doors for students

Innovation Showcase connected future engineers and technologists through projects displaying the hands-on learning that takes place each semester.
School or unitFulton SchoolsMSNPOLYSCAI
Rakibul Hasan

The fight to protect student data in the age of AI

Rakibul Hasan receives an NSF CAREER Award to build tools that help universities use student data responsibly without turning it into a surveillance system.
School or unitSCAI
AI generated image showing binary code transforming into medical technology

Engineering the future of intelligent health

The School of Biological and Health Systems Engineering expands AI research and launches new graduate degree.
School or unitSBHSE
graphic of Yan Shoshitaishvili and Adam Doupé

When hackers are no longer human

As AI accelerates cyber threats, a first-of-its-kind conference examines how research must evolve to stay ahead.
School or unitSCAI
A portrait of Vivek Gupta.

Outsmarting AI in the classroom

Instead of chasing AI use, ASU researchers are building tools that make shortcuts visible from the start.
School or unitSCAI
Aman Arora

The hardware revolution behind AI

AI is outgrowing its hardware, and an ASU researcher is developing adaptable chips to meet the challenge.
School or unitSCAI
Yezhou “YZ” Yang

ASU researcher pushes standards for AI-generated media

YZ Yang is helping unite researchers, tech companies and policy groups to create reliable ways to detect and even forget AI-generated images.
School or unitSCAI
Three robots operate in a test field of tomato plants.

Rising Star builds AI for clinics and crops

ASU doctoral student Zhen Tan designs explainable AI systems for interdisciplinary domains.
School or unitSCAI
Richard d’Arcy and Fatemeh Kashani Asadi Jafari

ASU researcher aims to make nanomedicine mainstream

Richard d’Arcy receives the 2026 National Science Foundation Faculty Early Career Development Program (CAREER) Award.
School or unitSEMTE

Date range July 2026 – March 2026