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Assistant Professor Ha-Kyung Hidy Kong is exploring how artificial intelligence and data visualization can be used to help researchers analyze qualitative data by identifying patterns, reducing workload, and retaining control over their findings.

Ryan Kenward leverages machine learning to reduce satellite collision risk. 1Aardvark, the space and missile defense software company he founded, was recently acquired by CesiumAstro.

Victor Lockwood is gaining hands-on lab experience with the Nao robot, building conversational programs that allow users to chat with the robot verbally.

Spectrum News speaks with Garret Arcoraci, principal lecturer in the School of Information, and students in RIT's artificial intelligence program about AI ethics, potential risks, government oversight, and preparing students to develop and use the technology responsibly.

WROC-TV speaks with Erik Golen, principal lecturer and director of RIT’s artificial intelligence bachelor’s degree program, about how AI works and its expanding applications and the importance of safeguards as the technology advances.

RIT is hosting four Research Experience for Undergraduate (REU) program sites this summer, which are designed for students to develop a passion for research and receive guidance for pursuing graduate careers. The university has a longstanding history hosting REU sites, which are funded by grants from the National Science Foundation.

Driven by a desire to make accessibility available to everyone, Charles Coleman Jr., a graduating computing and information technologies student from Ghana, has dedicated his studies to the fields of accessibility, inclusion, and instructional technology.

Spectrum News speaks to T.J. Borelli, principal lecturer of computer science, and Sharon Mason, director of the School of Information, about the university’s new bachelor’s degree in artificial intelligence and growing student interest in the field.

RIT now offers a bachelor’s degree in artificial intelligence. The interdisciplinary undergraduate program blends core programming and algorithmic principles with the chance for specialized study in areas like agentic AI and robotics.

Aaron Foss has spent the last decade volunteering and supporting Defy Ventures, a national nonprofit grounded in criminal justice reform through entrepreneurship.

Tech expert and media star Katie Linendoll, an RIT information technology alumna, started her own media production and consulting company.

RIT is teaming up with Gallaudet University to prepare the next generation of artificial intelligence researchers and practitioners who will develop AI for everyone.