UMD astronomer Eliza Kempton says exoplanet GJ 1214b is too hot to be habitable but likely contains water vapor.

UMD-led study suggests that the mechanism responsible for how immune cells “sense” harmful particles like asbestos fibers may play a role in how cancers develop in humans.

Geology Professor Laurent Montési hopes to apply his knowledge of Earth’s tectonic and volcanic activity to Venus and planets beyond.

Julienne pioneered the field of ultracold matter.

NSF CAREER awardee Jinwoo Lee looks forward to continuing his investigations into the Lassa virus and other infectious diseases when he moves into the new Chemistry Building.

The Mike and Jan Doyle Seminar Room will be located on the first floor of the new wing.

Serial tech entrepreneur Zeki Mokhtarzada (B.S. ’01, computer science and mathematics) will be the keynote speaker and Junyi “Julie” Liu (B.S. ’22, biological sciences) will be the student speaker.

The institute will take a holistic approach, integrating broader participation in artificial intelligence design, new technology development, and more informed governance of AI-infused systems.

Di Zou (B.S. ’09, mathematics) helps the Baltimore Orioles make data-driven decisions as the team’s director of baseball systems.