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Sheng Li and Heman Shakeri
August 6, 2024

Two Data Science Faculty Named UVA Research Communications Fellows

The six-month program, run by UVA's Office of the Vice President for Research, provides media training to participating faculty.

Academics Research
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August 5, 2024

Gianluca Guadagni on the Opportunities and Future of Open-Source AI

Guadagni, an associate professor of data science, discussed the many issues involved with open-source AI and whether he is optimistic about the path ahead.

Artificial Intelligence Research
Ellen Simpson
August 5, 2024

UVA Research Group Examining AI and Job Recruitment Expands

Ellen Simpson, who recently received a Ph.D. in information science from the University of Colorado, has been hired as a postdoctoral researcher.

Artificial Intelligence Research
Computer data
August 2, 2024

NSF Awards New Funding to Bolster UVA Research Computing Project

The ACCORD program has helped students and faculty at universities across Virginia gain access to critical research computing resources.

Academics Research
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July 29, 2024

Data Justice Academy Receives New Funding from NSF

Established in 2021, the Data Justice Academy provides a 10-week residential experience in which undergraduate participants perform mentored research.

Data Ethics Research
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June 26, 2024

Sue Haas, First IT Director for the School of Data Science, Retires

Haas, the first director of information technology at the School of Data Science, is retiring following a four-decade career in the field.

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June 20, 2024

Data Base: Why Its New Building Is a ‘Game Changer’ for the School of Data Science

In a new feature story, the UVA Office Advancement talks to two School of Data Science faculty about why the new building could be transformative.

Academics Building and Facilities
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June 20, 2024

Dean's Blog: The Human in the Loop

In his latest blog post, Dean Phil Bourne recounts his recent 3000-mile motorcycle journey and how, even amid a world of AI, the human experience is vital.

Artificial Intelligence Research
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June 14, 2024

Who Gets to Decide What Counts as ‘Disorder’?

Assistant Professor of Data Science Jess Reia examines how surveillance, control and repression are at odds with spontaneity, creativity and connection in public spaces.

Artificial Intelligence Data Ethics Government and Democracy Research
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June 13, 2024

Bridging Academia and Real-World Impact: Insights from LMI’s Executive in Residence

Brant Horio, vice president of applied research and partnerships at LMI, discussed capstone projects with MSDS students in partnership with Career Services.

Academics Artificial Intelligence Careers Deep Learning Machine Learning MSDS Student Life
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June 13, 2024

Association for Computing Machinery Honors Professor Aidong Zhang

The School of Data Science is pleased to announce that professor Aidong Zhang is the recipient of the 2023 Distinguished Service Award.

Academics Machine Learning Research
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June 7, 2024

New Study Explores the World of Philanthropy and Research Funding

Research co-authored by Alex Gates, an assistant professor of data science at UVA, aims to illuminate this critical element of the U.S. scientific landscape.

Machine Learning Research