Research Themes in AI

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AI Foundations

Penn researchers explore the mathematical and algorithmic foundations of AI to understand why methods succeed or fail and to uncover the fundamental principles that will power the next generation of AI algorithms.

AI + Business

AI stands to revolutionize industries, boost productivity, and transform our relationship with work itself. What new opportunities and challenges will this bring?

AI + Health

Penn scientists use AI to push the frontiers of genetic disease prediction, healthcare optimization, population health analysis, treatment personalization, and more.

AI + Science

Our understanding of human cognition, language, and perception is being transformed by AI. Penn researchers are using AI to identify new materials, study protein structures, and model climate systems.

AI + Society

AI is reshaping our society. Penn researchers are developing AI algorithms that can be trusted by humans, assessing the societal impact of AI algorithms, and using AI to understand the human condition and how it has changed over time.

AI Discovery Map

Penn researchers are advancing and applying AI across fields and disciplinary boundaries. Explore the faculty driving these innovations through the University Atlas project’s interactive map of Penn’s AI-related research.

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Screenshot of interactive map with colored dots indicating AI research projects across Penn
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