Penn State is advancing AI research across disciplines, with faculty, staff, and students exploring everything from foundational methods to real‑world applications in science, health, sustainability, education, and the arts.

These efforts are coordinated through the AI Research Hub, led by the Institute for Computational and Data Sciences (ICDS) with support from Penn State’s Office of the Senior Vice President for Research. The Research Hub connects researchers, supports collaboration, and serves as a forum for organizing and promoting AI‑related activity across the University, helping to energize the Penn State community and accelerate AI‑driven discovery.

Apr

17

2026 AI Awards Nominations Due

Date & Time: April 17, 2026, 12:00 am–5:00 pm

Location: Online

2026 AI awards poster

Apr

22

ICDS Quantum Hub Poster Competition

Date & Time: April 22, 2026, 12:00 pm–5:00 pm

Location: Bank of America Career Services Building, 566 Eisenhower Road, University Park, PA, 16802

May

19

industryXchange Poster Session

Date & Time: May 19, 2026, 5:30 pm–7:00 pm

Location: The Nittany Lion Inn, 200 W. Park Avenue State College, Pennsylvania 16803

Engineering Innovation with AI - May 19-20, 2026