School of Computing and Augmented Intelligence

School of Computing and Augmented Intelligence
Name	School of Computing and Augmented Intelligence
Established	2022
Type	Public
Parent	Arizona State University
Dean	Ross Maciejewski
City	Tempe
State	Arizona
Country	United States
Website	https://scai.engineering.asu.edu/

School of Computing and Augmented Intelligence. It is an academic unit within the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University. The school was formed to consolidate and advance expertise in core computing disciplines and the emerging field of human-centered artificial intelligence. Its mission focuses on creating synergistic partnerships between human and machine intelligence to solve complex societal challenges.

History

The school was established in 2022 through the reorganization and renaming of the former School of Computing, Informatics, and Decision Systems Engineering. This strategic realignment within the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering was driven by the rapid evolution of AI and its increasing integration with traditional computing fields. The creation underscored Arizona State University's commitment to leading in areas like machine learning, data science, and human-computer interaction. The consolidation brought together faculty and research programs from related disciplines to foster greater collaboration and innovation under the augmented intelligence paradigm.

Academic programs

The school offers a comprehensive suite of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs. Key undergraduate degrees include Bachelor of Science programs in Computer Science, Data Science, Informatics, and Software Engineering. At the graduate level, it provides Master of Science degrees in areas such as Computer Science, Biomedical Informatics, and Human Systems Engineering, alongside a professional Master of Computer Science. Doctoral studies are offered through a PhD in Computer Science with concentrations in fields like Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, and Big Data Systems. Many programs are available through ASU Online, expanding access to a global student body.

Research centers and labs

Research is conducted through numerous interdisciplinary centers and laboratories affiliated with the school. These include the Center for Accelerating Operational Efficiency, a Department of Homeland Security Center of Excellence, and the ACTION Lab, which focuses on AI and analytics for social good. Other significant facilities are the Cyber and Network Security Group, the Data Mining and Machine Learning Lab, and the Syntelligence Lab for human-AI collaboration. The school also contributes to university-wide initiatives like the Global Security Initiative and the Biodesign Institute, applying computing to grand challenges in security and health.

Faculty and research

The faculty comprises renowned researchers and educators recognized by organizations like the Association for Computing Machinery, the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, and the American Association for the Advancement of Science. Research thrusts are organized around core areas including Trustworthy AI, Foundations of Computing, Scalable Systems, and Human-AI Teaming. Faculty regularly secure competitive funding from agencies such as the National Science Foundation, the National Institutes of Health, the Department of Defense, and DARPA. Their work spans fundamental algorithms, applications in healthcare informatics, autonomous systems, and the ethical implications of AI.

Facilities and resources

The school is primarily housed in the Brickyard building in downtown Tempe and the Computing Commons on the Tempe campus of Arizona State University. These facilities contain advanced computing laboratories, collaborative project spaces, and specialized equipment for research in robotics, virtual reality, and high-performance computing. Students and researchers have access to ASU's Research Computing resources, including the Agave cluster and Sol supercomputer. The school also maintains strong ties with ASU SkySong, the innovation center that fosters partnerships with industry leaders in technology and defense.

Notable achievements

Faculty and students have garnered significant recognition, including prestigious awards like the NSF CAREER Award, the DARPA Young Faculty Award, and best paper awards at major conferences such as AAAI, KDD, and CHI. Research breakthroughs have led to advancements in explainable AI, graph analytics, and biometric security. The school's educational initiatives have been recognized for innovation, and its graduates hold influential positions at leading organizations including Google, Microsoft, Intel, and NASA. Its work continues to impact fields from personalized medicine to sustainable urban systems.

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