Awards & Honors
Thanks to the new Provost’s Fellowship in Interdisciplinary Computing, several graduate students are able to devote their full attention to cutting-edge research projects in their chosen subject areas. Read more “Six Students use Computing Power to Tackle Complex Problems”
AI + Machine Learning
Forbes magazine writer Hessie Jones worked with the IDSC Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning team under the guidance of program director Dr. Yelena Yesha to produce “Revolutionizing Satellite Security: NASA’s Groundbreaking Project To Integrate AI, Blockchain, & Nanosatellites.” The article begins . . . Read more “Revolutionizing Satellite Security: NASA’s Groundbreaking Project”
Artificial Intelligence
Creativity, confusion, and controversy have defined the introductory stages of artificial intelligence integration (AI) into our society. When it comes to political campaigns and the upcoming 2024 election, this combination is changing the way politicians sway public opinion. Read more “Dr. Yelena Yesha Chats with The Miami Hurricane on AI and the Political Landscape”
Awards & Honors
IDSC Deputy Director Dr. Ben Kirtman, a professor in the Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science, was recently named the inaugural William R. Middelthon III Endowed Chair in Earth Sciences. Joining him are Roni Avissar, center, dean of the Rosenstiel School, and philanthropist William R. Middelthon III (on the right). Read more “Ben Kirtman, Ph.D., William R. Middlethon III, Endowed Chair in Earth Sciences”
Creative Technologies
At the crossroads of visual storytelling, entertainment and new immersive technology, this one-of-a-kind international event invites all curious and tech-savvy audiences to explore the best mind-bending stories in interactive and immersive storytelling. Join us at the University of Miami Lakeside Village on the Coral Gables campus 11/30-12/2, the full Festival runs 11/29-12/3 at multiple locations.
Read more “FilmGate Interactive Media Festival + UM XR Day 11/30-12/2”
Community Outreach
Closing out the presentations portion of the inaugural IDSC Day held on Thursday, September 28, Abigail Fleming, Esq., Associate Director of the University of Miami School of Law’s Environmental Justice Clinic (EJC), unveiled the new Displacement Vulnerability and Mitigation Tool (DVMT) created in collaboration with IDSC’s Systems and Data Engineering team.
Read more “Displacement Vulnerability and Mitigation Tool (DVMT) Unveiled at IDSC DAY”
Creative Technologies
Currently, IDSC has the following openings: Read more “Full-Time JOB OPENING: Lecturer – 3D Modeling/Design”
Events
The Frost Institute for Data Science and Computing (IDSC) is pleased to announce the IDSC Fellows for the 2023-2024 academic year: Madeleine Dawson, Anna Golikova, Tianhao Liu, and Christian Ramsoomair. This is a prestigious designation awarded each year to four graduate or undergraduate students (sophomore level or above) students. Read more “Announcing the 2023-2024 IDSC Fellows! Attend the Launch Symposium 11/28”
Software Carpentry
Software Carpentry helps researchers get their work done in less time and with less pain by teaching them basic research computing skills. This hands-on “R” workshop will cover basic concepts and tools, including program design, version control, data management, and task automation. Read more “Free 2-Day Software Carpentry “R” Workshop at Medical Campus 11/15-16″
AI + Machine Learning
University of Miami Frost Institute for Data Science and Computing (IDSC) Innovation Officer and Director of AI + Machine Learning, Dr. Yelena Yesha will speak on the transition from AI/ML theory to real-world application in the swiftly evolving AI landscape. This lecture is sponsored by the Simons Foundation, Institute of the Mathematical Sciences of the Americas (IMSA), and the University of Miami Read more “Distinguished Lecture “Bridging the Gap: From AI/ML Concepts to Operational Platforms” Yelena Yesha 11/13/2023″