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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
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June 3, 2024

Mar Hicks Selected as Shannon Center Mid-Career Fellow

The Shannon Fellowship will provide funding to support Hicks' research, scholarship, or special projects over a three-year period.

Academics Research
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May 30, 2024

Prince Afriyie Discusses Generative AI in Education on CBS19 ‘Inside The Numbers’

Prince Afriyie talks about the use of artificial intelligence in the classroom and how he thinks it’s an opportunity to help students learn.

Artificial Intelligence Data Ethics Deep Learning Machine Learning Multimedia Research
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May 22, 2024

Data Science Professor Receives NSF Grant to Explore How Generative AI Can Generate K-12 Test Questions

The research team is led by Sheng Li, a Quantitative Foundation Associate Professor of Data Science.

Artificial Intelligence Research
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May 6, 2024

Paper from School of Data Science Researchers Accepted by Prestigious Machine Learning Conference

The International Conference on Machine Learning is one of the most prestigious annual artificial intelligence and machine learning gatherings.

Artificial Intelligence Deep Learning Machine Learning Research
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April 30, 2024

On Momentous Day, Dean Phil Bourne Receives Unexpected Gift and Moment of Joy

Amid the pageantry of the opening of the School's new building, no moment was more meaningful for Phil Bourne than an unexpected gift from a family member.

Building and Facilities
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April 25, 2024

Dean's Blog: Toward a Maturity Model for Education

In his latest blog post, Dean Phil Bourne reflects on the components of a maturity model for education.

Academics Admissions Student Life