Discovery. Impact. Momentum.
At the University of Maryland Institute for Advanced Computer Studies (UMIACS), we use an interdisciplinary approach and powerful computing resources to address grand challenges that can impact science and society.
human-computer interaction, natural language processing, software engineering, data-driven modeling, spatial data structures, deep learning, smart transportation, and more
blockchain & cryptocurrency, human-centered security, post-quantum cryptography, cloud security, autonomous systems, programming languages, and more
computer visualization, immersive media for medical training, pathogen genomics, molecular evolution, combinatorial optimization, and more
quantum information science, trustworthy AI, microbiome research, autonomous robotics, computational cognitive science, neuromorphic engineering, and more
Latest News
Making AI More Understandable—and Controllable
Sarah Wiegreffe is investigating the internal workings of LLMs, focusing on AI safety, reliability and giving users tangible control over how AI generates text.
TRAILS Announces 11 Broader Impact Awards to Cultivate Next Generation of Trustworthy AI Leaders
The funding incentivizes a wide range of stakeholders to engage with and influence the future of AI.
Developing a Better Understanding of Global Participation in AI
UMD’s Maria Isabel Magaña talks about socio-cultural influences in AI development and governance.
What Powers UMIACS
We link cutting-edge technology with the brightest scientific minds to advance research, scholarship and innovation that can benefit society.
State-of-the-Art Facilities
For more than four decades, UMIACS computational resources have powered new discoveries that will have an impact.
Expert Faculty & Stellar Support
We recruit and retain top faculty on the UMD campus, who are supported by exemplary staff and talented graduate students.