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International interest in Purdue AI research takes root at 2025 Venice Biennale
Purdue Computer Science Ph.D. student Jae Joong Lee’s project, Tree-D Fusion, transforms a single photo into a dynamic 3D digital twin of a tree, predicting growth, modeling shade, and enabling smarter, greener design. Powered by AI, computer vision, and deep learning, the research was selected for the 2025 Venice Biennale of Architecture, spotlighting Purdue’s leadership in tech-driven sustainability, digital forestry, and interdisciplinary innovation.
Bianchi earns NSF CAREER Award to advance secure patching of outdated software
Professor Antonio Bianchi has been awarded the prestigious NSF CAREER Award to further his research into patching outdated software, improving the security of millions of devices worldwide.
Purdue CS K-12 Outreach: VEX and FIRST Robotics prepare students for their next giant leap
VEX and FIRST Robotics equip students with hands-on STEM experience, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. Purdue's Department of Computer Science supports these efforts through mentorship, outreach, and new K-12 initiatives—bridging early STEM exposure with higher education.
Purdue cybersecurity researchers secure DARPA Contract to study smartphone vulnerabilities
Purdue University’s cybersecurity researchers have been awarded a contract by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to investigate security vulnerabilities affecting modern smartphone and develop methods to improve security.
Spafford Named Distinguished Professor of Computer Science
Professor Eugene H. Spafford was named a Distinguished Professor of Computer Science in recognition of his exceptional impact on the field.
Purdue announces spatial computing hub
Purdue University is partnering with Apple to launch a spatial computing hub using Apple Vision Pro in Fall 2025, advancing research, education, and industry collaboration. As part of the Purdue Computes initiative, this effort expands the university’s leadership in digital innovation by integrating spatial computing with core areas like software engineering and microelectronics. A new graduate certificate in spatial computing will be offered through a joint program with the College of Engineering and the Department of Computer Science, providing students with advanced, hands-on experience in immersive technology. This initiative strengthens the Department of Computer Science’s role in shaping future-ready graduates by placing them at the forefront of spatial computing, artificial intelligence, and next-generation user interfaces.