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Pittsburgh’s AI-Powered Renaissance

CMU experts explain why Pittsburgh is poised to lead the industrial revolution in human-first AI

Oct 14, 2024

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Zico KolterValerie KarplusAmeet TalwalkarIra MoskowitzMichael MattarockMeredith Grelli

Carnegie Mellon University’s artificial intelligence experts come from a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives, representing fields including computer science, sustainability, national security and entrepreneurship.


Ahead of the AI Horizons Summit highlighting the city's commitment to responsible technology, CMU experts weighed in on why they see Pittsburgh as a hub for human-centered AI.


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Zico Kolter

Zico Kolter

Associate Professor and Director of Machine Learning

Zico Kolter researches how to make deep learning algorithms more robust, safer, and understand how data impacts how models function.

ElectionsLarge Language Models, Generative AINeural NetworksDeep LearningMachine Learning
Valerie Karplus

Valerie Karplus

Associate Professor

Valerie Karplus studies resource and environmental management in organizations operating in diverse national and industry contexts.

StrategyPolitical EconomyGlobalizationEnergyEconomic Development
Ameet Talwalkar

Ameet Talwalkar

Associate Professor, Machine Learning

Ameet Talwalkar's work is motivated by the goal of democratizing machine learning.

Machine LearningAlgorithmsComputational BiologyBioinformaticsData Mining
Ira Moskowitz

Ira Moskowitz

CEO, Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing (ARM) Institute

Ira Moskowitz is a seasoned executive with 30+ years of experience in initiating and sustaining world-class technologies and manufacturing.

Artificial IntelligenceSemiconductor ManufacturingSupply Chain ManagementGovernment RelationsRobotics
Michael Mattarock

Michael Mattarock

Executive Director, National Security Research

Michael Mattarock develops and implements strategies to enhance the national security research portfolio.

Data Security and PrivacySecurity of AI and MLAI EngineeringCybersecurityNational Security
Meredith Grelli

Meredith Grelli

Assistant Teaching Professor of Entrepreneurship

Meredith Grelli is dedicated to helping people navigate business development, no matter the stage.

Venture CapitalEntrepreneurshipArtificial IntelligenceFamily Business SuccessionNon-Profit Organizations

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