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SEPTEMBER 2024
The Monthly Build
A newsletter for the alumni, students, faculty, staff and friends of the University of Maryland's Department of Computer Science.
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Department of Computer Science Welcomes Students to the Fall Semester at Annual Welcome Social
The annual event helps students build connections, introduces departmental initiatives and offers insights into academic opportunities. Read More » |
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Andrew Childs Awarded 2024 Kirwan Faculty Research and Scholarship Prize
Childs will receive the award for his work in quantum algorithms at the September 18 Convocation. Read More » |
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UMD Concludes 12th Annual REU Summer Program
The National Science Foundation-sponsored program offered practical computer science research experience to students from across the nation. Read More » |
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Faculty & Research
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Fumeng Yang Joins Computer Science Faculty as an Assistant Professor
Yang’s research focuses on data-driven computational models and human-computer interaction. READ MORE » |
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Runzhou Tao Joins Computer Science Faculty to Expand Quantum Computing Research
Tao’s research focuses on quantum computing and programming languages. READ MORE » |
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Gabriel Kaptchuk Joins Computer Science Faculty with Expertise in Cryptography
Kaptchuk will advance research in cryptography and privacy. READ MORE » |
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Institute for Trustworthy AI in Law & Society Seed Grant Funds Study on Perception Bias and AI Systems
Michelle Mazurek will conduct a series of studies to determine the level of bias that users expect from AI systems and how AI providers explain to users that their systems may include biased data. READ MORE » |
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Maryland Officials Alert County Agencies to Malware Threat in Public Information Act Requests
Dave Levin discusses malware threats and the risks they pose to county and state agencies. READ MORE » |
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'It's Not a Bug, It's a Feature': Are Companies Becoming Too Complacent with Software Defects?
James Purtilo warns against treating cybersecurity as separate from software development. READ MORE » |
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Department of Computer Science Hosts Annual Research Day
The event introduces incoming graduate students to faculty research across diverse areas. READ MORE » |
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UMD Offers New Minor in Quantum Science and Engineering
The new program expands quantum course offerings, allowing students to explore the field from multiple angles. READ MORE » |
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CS Ph.D. Student Geonsun Lee: Rising Star in Computer Science
Lee explores the future of communication through extended reality and shares her WiGRAPH Rising Stars experience. READ MORE » |
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CS Ph.D. Student Daniel Nichols Awarded 2024 ACM-IEEE CS George Michael Memorial HPC Fellowship
Nichols is recognized for contributions to machine-learning performance modeling and the application of large language models in high-performance computing. READ MORE » |
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CS Ph.D. Student Levi Burner Balances Research, Service and Mentoring
Burner serves as the lab manager for the Perception and Robotics Group. READ MORE » |
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AI Detection: What It Is, How It Works and Top Tools to Know
Ph.D. student Vinu Sankar Sadasivan discusses the complexities of AI detection, exploring its mechanisms and key tools in the field. READ MORE » |
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TRAILS AI Summer Academy Empowers Future AI Innovators
Twenty-six Maryland high school students completed a two-week AI and programming camp at UMD. READ MORE » |
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EVENTS |
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Computer Science Career & Internship Fair
Employers hiring for internships, part-time and full-time positions are invited to attend and connect with computer science undergraduate and graduate students. Learn More » |
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Terps in Tech x Grace Hopper Celebration
Science Terps working in tech and/or attending the conference in Philadelphia are invited to a networking reception. Learn More » |
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Technica
Join us for the world's largest annual hackathon for underrepresented genders. Alumni are invited to serve as sponsors, mentors and volunteers. Learn More » |
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We are grateful to alumni and friends whose generosity supports current and future students. To learn more about how you can make a difference, please visit cs.umd.edu/giving. |
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