Artificial Intelligence

The Vanderbilt Data Science Institute (DSI) is proud to announce the launch of “Deep Research Assist,” a new initiative that will help faculty approach research development and grant writing across the university. This innovative program harnesses the power of advanced AI reasoning models and agent systems to dramatically accelerate the research process. Accelerating Discovery Through […]

With just one week until Vanderbilt’s premier AI event, several major announcements heighten anticipation as final preparations take shape. March 5–6, 2025 Vanderbilt University Student Life Center Come with an Idea. Leave with a Solution. Register Today Breaking Developments As we count down the final days to Vanderbilt AI Days 2025, we’re thrilled to share […]

Shaping the Future of Data Science: DJ Patil’s Visit to Vanderbilt A Pioneer in Data Science Leadership On October 25th, Vanderbilt Data Science Institute welcomed DJ Patil, General Partner at GreatPoint Ventures and the first United States Chief Data Scientist under the Obama administration, to the DSI building. The 90-minute session brought together students, faculty, […]

AI Summer 2024: A Month of Learning and Innovation Watch Here Event Overview AI Summer 2024 at the Data Science Institute (DSI) was a monthlong virtual workshop designed to immerse participants in the world of AI models and programming. This free event welcomed researchers, students, and the broader Vanderbilt community, providing a comprehensive introduction to […]

  Professor Alex Christensen Wins the Inaugural ‘Innovation in Teaching: Generative AI Award’ Recognizing Innovation in Education On April 11, at the Spring Faculty Assembly, Chancellor Daniel Diermeier and Faculty Senate Chair Andrea Capizzi of Vanderbilt University took a moment to acknowledge and celebrate the remarkable contributions of its faculty. Among the honorees, Professor Alex […]

AI Training Day: A Gathering of Minds We’re delighted to share the success of our AI Training Day, held on March 5th, 2024, at the VU Student Life Center. This event was a deep dive into AI model development, training techniques, and architectural innovations. With over 300 participants, including researchers, educators, and practitioners, […]

Spotlight on “Freequalizer”: A Beacon of Mentorship and Innovation at DSI As we continue to champion data-driven solutions for societal challenges, DSI proudly highlights the success of the “Freequalizer” project, led by Karol Sadkowski. Unveiling the “Freequalizer” Initiative This project, a partnership between the Future of Free Speech Project and DSI, aimed to tackle the […]

  Reflecting on the AI Winter Workshop: A Journey Through Generative AI As we bid farewell to the four-day AI Winter Workshop, we’d like to bring you a comprehensive recap of the event. Our journey through the world of generative AI was an interactive and collaborative experience, thanks to our attendees and speakers. A Look […]

A Big Thank You for Joining Us at the AI Showcase! We are delighted to share the success of our recent AI Showcase held on Friday, December 1st, at the Data Science Institute. The event was a success, thanks to the participation of brilliant students across Vanderbilt University and the enthusiastic attendees. Event […]

Jules White, a distinguished computer scientist and expert on large language models and prompt engineering, has been named senior advisor to Chancellor Daniel Diermeier for generative AI in education and enterprise solutions. White’s appointment, which became effective Nov. 1, will build on Vanderbilt’s growing reputation as a world leader in innovation within the generative AI […]