News by Topic: Research

RIT researchers value citizen science, where making data available to everyone not only accelerates research but also fosters education, trust in science, and worldwide collaboration.

RIT faculty members are tackling some of AI’s most pressing challenges with support from the National Science Foundation’s prestigious CAREER Award program, which recognizes early-career scholars who integrate cutting-edge research with student education.

RIT imaging science endowed assistant professor Dimah Dera has received an NSF CAREER Award to engage students to develop trustworthy AI.

RIT assistant professor Ke Xu received a NSF CAREER Award to work with students to build AI hardware using edge computing technology.

RIT computer science professor Weijie Zhao has earned a National Science Foundation CAREER Award to defend machine learning from adversarial threats.

Nearly one year ago, the COSMOS-Web research team released the largest view ever of the universe. Now, scientists have released a map showing more detail on the density of galaxies in the universe.

WXXI speaks to Ryne Raffaelle, vice president for Research, about RIT’s continued growth in doctoral education and research funding, as the university prepares to award a record number of Ph.D. degrees.

Harvey J. Palmer Professor Karin Wuertz-Kozak is researching how CRISPR gene editing and stem cells could transform the future of regenerative medicine therapy for degenerative disc disease, a major cause of chronic back pain.

Valeria Marin Montealegre is completing her Ph.D. in mechanical and industrial engineering. She plans to expand a custom, implantable device company she co-founded.

Imagine RIT: Creativity and Innovation Festival on Saturday features more than 450 exhibits, including electric vehicles, AI robots, and assistive technology.

The Conversation features research from Panteha Torabian, biomedical and chemical engineering Ph.D. student, examining how certain antibiotics can trigger bacteria to release particles that may increase inflammation, with implications for treating severe infections.

Assistant Professor Benjamin Chin's research is giving new clarity on what color helps eyes focus best.