News: Computer Science

Read the latest news from the College of Natural Sciences at The University of Texas at Austin

Research

With Evolutionary AI, Scientists Find Hidden Keys for Better Land Use

Researchers say the AI system can lead to better decision-making around a wide range of complex policy choices.

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Announcements

Distinguished Alum, Author and Serial Entrepreneur to Address Class of 2025

Amir Husain (B.S. ’98 Computer Science) will address graduates of the College of Natural Sciences at ceremonies for undergraduates.

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Announcements

Science and STEM Camps at UT Austin this Summer

UT Austin has a wide range of offerings for young people interested in exploring technology and science learning this summer.

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Research

Researchers Achieve Quantum Computing Milestone, Realizing Certified Randomness

A team including Scott Aaronson demonstrated what may be the first practical application of quantum computers to a real world problem.

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UT News

UT Austin and MD Anderson Launch Joint Initiative to Advance Breakthroughs in Cancer Research

Interdisciplinary research teams involve UT Austin faculty in the life sciences, computer science and chemistry.

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Announcements

Cross-Border University Collaboration Will Expand Research to Advance Precision Medicine

The OriGen Health Research Center will mine a massive biobank of genetic, clinical and epidemiological information to develop customized disease treatments.

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Announcements

Gurley Investment Will Sustain Texas Robotics’ Undergraduate Program as Leader

A matching gift from venture capitalist Bill Gurley supports the first undergraduate robotics program in the country admitting freshmen.

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Department of Computer Science

Robots, Research, and the Road to Texas: Q&A with Volkan Isler

Isler, who has built robots to track invasive fish and monitor crop yields, is now setting up a new lab at UT Austin.

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Features

Quantum Science and Technology Turn 100

The College of Natural Sciences is celebrating a century of quantum science and technology.

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Accolades

Six UT Faculty Members Awarded Prestigious Sloan Research Fellowships

The annual award recognizes early-career scientists whose work demonstrates exceptional promise.

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