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The Path Forward: Penn Engineering 2030

Jan 13, 2026 - The cover story of the 2025-2026 issue of Penn Engineering magazine explores Penn Engineering 2030, the School’s new strategic plan, which charts a bold, collaborative path forward in this new era for higher education.

The Path Forward: Penn Engineering 2030

AI-driven weather forecasts for climate adaptation in India

Jan 8, 2026 - Advanced monsoon onset prediction with multi-week lead time via an artificial intelligence (AI) weather model helps smallholder farmers adapt to a changing climate.

AI-driven weather forecasts for climate adaptation in India

‘I rarely get outside’: scientists ditch fieldwork in the age of AI

Jan 7, 2026 - In the race to embrace new technologies, some ecologists fear their field is losing touch with nature.

‘I rarely get outside’: scientists ditch fieldwork in the age of AI

UVA Data Science Expands MSDS Residential Program with Four New Concentrations

Jan 7, 2025 - UVA Data Science announces four new MSDS concentrations — AI, Data Viz, Genomics and Sports Data Science — unlocking focused pathways to high-impact careers.

UVA Data Science Expands MSDS Residential Program with Four New Concentrations

Pathways to Doctoral Degrees in Computing - 2025

Jan 12, 2026 - Consensus Study Report by NASEM

Pathways to Doctoral Degrees in Computing - 2025

Charting a course for the National Academies and the nation we serve

Jan 6, 2026 - Charting a course for the National Academies and the nation we serve.

Charting a course for the National Academies and the nation we serve

CADS TXST AI Research Pathways: AI-Ready

Jan 12, 2025 - CADS, in collaboration with other university units, will co-lead a coordinated, scalable approach to AI research literacy; from introductory awareness to advanced methodological development.

CADS TXST AI Research Pathways: AI-Ready

AIs are biased toward some Indian castes — how can researchers fix this?

Jan 12, 2026 - Benchmarks reveal how artificial-intelligence systems reinforce discriminatory social hierarchies.

AIs are biased toward some Indian castes — how can researchers fix this?

Maastricht - Nava Tintarev takes a leading role in national computer science platforms

Jan 5, 2025 - In her everyday work at DACS, Tintarev leads a research programme specialising in explainable and human-centred artificial intelligence.

Maastricht - Nava Tintarev takes a leading role in national computer science platforms

UC Irvine Gene Tsudik Receives 2025 Humboldt Research Award

Dec 22, 2025- Gene Tsudik, UC Irvine Distinguished Professor of Computer Science and ICS alumnus, has been named a recipient of the 2025 Humboldt Research Award

UC Irvine Gene Tsudik Receives 2025 Humboldt Research Award

Amplify 2.0 ushers in a new era of AI-powered productivity at Vanderbilt

Jan 6, 2025 - This spring, Vanderbilt is launching Amplify 2.0, a significant expansion of the university’s generative AI platform that will give every user access to a personal AI email assistant, scheduling agent, and intelligent note-taker.

Amplify 2.0 ushers in a new era of AI-powered productivity at Vanderbilt

UU SCII - Rohan Basu Roy Recipient of Computing’s Top 30 Early Career Professionals for 2025

Dec 23, 2025 - This esteemed group of rising stars earned this honor for their exceptional early-career achievements and role in driving advancements across the computing landscape.

UU SCII - Rohan Basu Roy Recipient of Computing’s Top 30 Early Career Professionals for 2025

TAMIDS Fall 2025 Semester in Review

Dec 19, 2025 - TAMIDS continued to grow the data science community through workshops, seminars, and outreach events, whether with new collaborations or long-standing partnerships.

TAMIDS Fall 2025 Semester in Review

AI Tool Promises Faster, More Accurate Cervical Cancer Treatment Planning

Jan 8, 2025 - UC San Diego researchers have developed a groundbreaking “one-click” AI tool that could transform how doctors plan specialized radiation treatments for cervical cancer, saving physician time, reducing patient discomfort and minimizing the risk of human error.

AI Tool Promises Faster, More Accurate Cervical Cancer Treatment Planning

Kent Livesay Discusses Making Data Science Approachable on CBS19 for ‘Inside The Numbers’

Jan 7, 2025 - Online MSDS student Kent Livesay discusses the importance of digital safety and protecting your data on "Inside the Numbers."

Kent Livesay Discusses Making Data Science Approachable on CBS19 for ‘Inside The Numbers’

UChicago Researchers Help Launch First International Conference on AI Scientists in Beijing

Jan 5, 2025 - The conference brought together seven Nobel laureates and leaders in AI-driven science for a groundbreaking event exploring the future of automated scientific discovery

UChicago Researchers Help Launch First International Conference on AI Scientists in Beijing

2026 Data Science Seed & Collaborative Grants

Jan 6, 2025 - DSI is pleased to announce the recipients of our 2026 Data Science Seed & Collaborative Grants, whose projects from across the university will stimulate innovation and support education in data-driven fields.

2026 Data Science Seed & Collaborative Grants

Oregon public universities consider controversial moves to achieve financial stability

Jan 7, 2025 - A university spending efficiency report concludes that to serve students and thrive financially, Oregon’s public universities must break from the status quo.

Oregon public universities consider controversial moves to achieve financial stability

How many graduate borrowers will be impacted by the looming lending limits?

Jan 9, 2025 - A new analysis finds that roughly 28% of graduate borrowers in recent years have borrowed above the new caps taking effect in July.

How many graduate borrowers will be impacted by the looming lending limits?

Smartphone use cuts into school hours, with social media leading the way

Jan 7, 2026 - Teenagers spend about 8.5 hours a day on screen-based entertainment, and whether that is “good” or “bad” ultimately comes down to what they would be doing instead.

Smartphone use cuts into school hours, with social media leading the way

The book only gets 3 stars... but is considered great literature

Jan 6, 2026 - A new study from Aarhus University shows that star ratings of books are not always accurate.

The book only gets 3 stars... but is considered great literature

Rising dual enrollment for high schoolers contributes to Wisconsin technical college growth

Jan 6, 2026 - The Wisconsin Technical College System is growing at a time when four-year universities are largely struggling with enrollment. Dual enrollment programs are one reason.

Rising dual enrollment for high schoolers contributes to Wisconsin technical college growth

6 higher education trends to watch in 2026

Jan 8, 2026 - With a new year comes new enrollment challenges, shifting federal policies and increased pressure on college leaders to stand up for their institutions.

6 higher education trends to watch in 2026

Local Higher Ed Leaders Discuss Adjusting to Workforce 'Uncertainties' Created by Artificial Intelligence

Jan 7, 2026 - Artificial intelligence is top of mind in higher ed, as leaders discuss how to prepare students for a workforce influenced by the technology.

Local Higher Ed Leaders Discuss Adjusting to Workforce 'Uncertainties' Created by Artificial Intelligence

Florida bill would ban public colleges from admitting undocumented students

Jan 5, 2026 - Undocumented immigrants in Florida won't be able to attend public universities if a sweeping new education bill passes the state legislature.

Florida bill would ban public colleges from admitting undocumented students

Government abandons RIFs impacting Education Department employees during shutdown

Jan 7, 2026 - A timeline tracing the Trump administration's efforts to slash half of the U.S. Department of Education's workforce.

Government abandons RIFs impacting Education Department employees during shutdown

NIH cap on indirect research costs struck down on appeal

Jan 6, 2025 - The agency announced a 15% across-the-board limit on overhead reimbursement in February, which judges so far have concluded was illegal.

NIH cap on indirect research costs struck down on appeal

AI chatbots miss urgent issues in queries about women's health

Jan 7, 2026 - AI models such as ChatGPT and Gemini fail to give adequate advice for 60 per cent of queries relating to women’s health in a test created by medical professionals

AI chatbots miss urgent issues in queries about women's health

What Americans think are the best majors for students entering college today: nursing and engineering

Dec 30, 2025 - The majors that the largest shares of Americans say they would personally find interesting — from a list of 40 included in the poll — aren’t exactly the same as the list Americans would recommend to students, and include history, psychology, and criminal justice.

What Americans think are the best majors for students entering college today: nursing and engineering

How the University of Maine is planning its future while dealing with an $18 million budget deficit

Jan 3, 2026 - The state's flagship university is undergoing a major strategic planning process intended to respond to today's challenges in higher ed, from revenue struggles to academic shifts.

How the University of Maine is planning its future while dealing with an $18 million budget deficit