TRAILS AI Institute Initiates Groundbreaking Research with Inaugural Seed Grants
The eight funded projects, totaling just over $1.5 million, will advance cutting-edge research and scholarship that spans AI design, development, and governance.
Department News
Moving Beyond an App-centric Approach to Support Vulnerable Populations' Privacy
In a new grant, Dr. Lucy Simko and Yasemin Acar from GW Engineering will work alongside researchers from George Mason University, the University of Maryland, and the University of Michigan to tackle...
Navigating the Evolution of Natural Language Processing: A Reflection by Rebecca Hwa
The chair of GW Engineering's computer science department has studied natural language processing since the 2000s.
Using XR Technology to Solve Challenges Facing D.C.-based Small Businesses
Computer science alumnus Junhao Chen, M.S.’23, took home 3rd place at the 2023 DC XR Innovation Challenge for his XR solution that addresses several critical staff training challenges in small...
Furthering the Discussion Around Ethics in Computer Security Through Philosophy
Through the paper, “Ethical Frameworks and Computer Security Trolley Problems: Foundations for Conversations," CS Research Assistant Professor Yasemin Acar provided philosophy-based considerations to...
Computer Science Students Forge Connections at Grace Hopper Celebration
Computer Science undergraduate students attended the 2023 Grace Hopper Celebration where each woman was able to learn from leaders in the field about exciting topics in computing, find mentors,...
Introducing Students From Across GW to Careers in Cybersecurity
On November 3, the Cyber Security and Privacy Research Institute and Computer Science Department organized a Cybersecurity Pathways Information Session for students interested in careers in...
Recognizing and Celebrating the GW Engineering Community
On November 15, Dean Lach named the 2023 Engineering Faculty Excellence Awardees and the first-ever Staff Excellence Awardees to recognize faculty and staff who go above and beyond. Professor Bhagi...
GW Engineering Hosts Multidisciplinary Discussion on the Powers and Perils of AI
Faculty at GW are taking a holistic approach to AI research and education to address both its powers and perils, as demonstrated by the panel "The Multifaceted Landscape of AI" during the 2023 GW...
Computer Science Major Reflects on Impactful Journey with Math Matters
Junior Issouf Diarrassouba is the lead tutor for Math Matters, a high-impact tutoring program with D.C. Public Schools.