Artificial Intelligence

Yang Zhou Optimizes AI Systems by Building a Better Backend

As a new assistant professor of computer science at UC Davis, Yang Zhou will create healthier software ecosystems that manage communication between GPUs to enhance performance and lower costs in technologies like machine learning and AI.

California and AI

This conference, hosted by Capitol Weekly and the University of California Student and Policy Center, brought together California lawmakers and experts in AI technology and policy to discuss California’s role as a global leader in AI, specifically in creating legislation and regulations that will help the state maintain leadership in the emerging industry and protect Californians.  

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New Research Points to Improved Nitrogen Management in Almond Production

Researchers at UC Davis are using drone imagery and advanced modeling to track nitrogen levels in almond orchards — a step toward more efficient farming. This approach could help growers optimize fertilizer use, protect water quality and improve sustainability in California agriculture

AAAS Elects Raissa D’Souza as Fellow

The American Association for the Advancement of Science has elected Raissa M. D’Souza, associate dean of research for the College of Engineering at UC Davis, to its 2024 class of fellows for her distinguished efforts to advance science and its applications.

Targeting Next-Gen Food Systems with AI-Powered Nutrition

Ilias Tagkopoulos, director of the AI Institute for Next-Generation Food Systems at UC Davis, is harnessing AI to revolutionize food and health. From mapping food chemistry to optimizing sustainable production, his research aims to create smarter, healthier and more accessible nutrition for all.