Physics Launches New Master’s Degree Program
The Master of Science in Modern Physics program is intended to help students successfully apply to Ph.D. programs later and develop needed job skills.
Andy Awards Highlight CMU Staff for Exceptional Contributions
Six staff members and two teams were recognized for their meaningful contributions at Carnegie Mellon University’s 30th Annual Andy Awards ceremony, held Tuesday, October 15, 2024.
Furthering Traumatic Brain Injury Research
Allegheny Health Network’s Neuroscience Institute, in collaboration with Carnegie Mellon University, has secured funding from The Chuck Noll Foundation for Brain Injury Research to study the use of deep brain stimulation for treating traumatic brain injuries.
Researchers Develop First AI-Enabled Wearable Camera To Detect Drug Errors
A team including a researcher from Carnegie Mellon University has developed the first wearable camera that uses artificial intelligence to help prevent errors associated with injectable medications.
Safe AI for Safe Streets
Ding Zhao is teaming up with the City of Pittsburgh to improve road safety and eliminate traffic fatalities using AI.
New Course Teaches Core Skills at Carnegie Mellon
Carnegie Mellon University has introduced a new course, Core@CMU, that helps undergraduates develop the skills that serve as a foundation for their education at the university.
Rachel Mandelbaum Named APS Fellow
CMU Physics Professor Rachel Mandelbaum has been elected a fellow of the American Physical Society (APS), as recommended by the Society’s Division of Astrophysics.
What Voters Need to Know About Climate Policy as the Election Approaches
Karen Clay discusses the environmental issues she believes policymakers — and voters — should focus their attention next.
CMU Study Abroad Program in Costa Rica Combines Biodiversity, Spanish and Statistics
Two Dietrich College departments are partnering with the Monteverde Institute in Costa Rica to offer a study abroad and experiential learning program that immerses students in tropical ecology, statistics and cultural studies.
How to Spot AI Deepfakes that Spread Election Misinformation
Generative AI systems, such as ChatGPT, are trained on large datasets to create written, visual or audio content in response to prompts. When fed real images, some algorithms can produce fake photos and videos known as “deepfakes.”
CMU Artists and Scholars at Risk Program Supports Academic Freedom Worldwide
CMU's Artists and Scholars at Risk (ASAR) program began in 2022. The program brings individuals from a variety of backgrounds to share their perspectives as visiting research faculty.
AI Horizons and Beyond: CMU Welcomes Revolution in Human-First AI to Pittsburgh
This week, the steel city hosted innovators, national tech leaders and policymakers for the AI Horizons Pittsburgh Summit.