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Tzuhao Chen, a PhD student at the Rockefeller College of Public Affairs and Policy is studying how AI can be applied to a host of issues in the public sector, with the goal of transforming public services for the betterment of society.

Throughout the Fall 2022 semester, Rockefeller College will be hosting a Lunch and Learn Series, featuring interesting and impactful faculty research. Each session will include a faculty presentation on their research topic of choice followed by a Q&A with the virtual audience. All are welcome to attend. Registration is required to receive the Zoom links.

Researchers at UAlbany’s Center for Technology in Government have co-authored a study aimed at answering how AI techniques can be used to boost government decision-making by gearing public spending toward increasing GDP, decreasing inflation and reducing income inequality.

The “Cyber 9/12 Strategy Challenge” provides student teams with a deeper understanding of the policy and strategy challenges associated with management of a cyber crisis.

Rockefeller College of Public Affairs & Policy is sad to announce that Robert “Bob” Mauro, PhD ’09 passed away on October 31 at the age of 46 after an extended illness. Bob was an alumnus and active member of Rockefeller College’s Advisory Board. He also earned the University at Albany Alumni Association’s Excellence in Education Award in 2016.

The University at Albany will add an unprecedented 27 new faculty members specializing in artificial intelligence in the coming months, marking the next critical phase in the University’s ambitious plan to incorporate elements of AI teaching and research across all academic programs. The 27 new hires — the largest cluster hire in the University’s history — are among 49 new faculty members expected to join UAlbany next year and will help lay the foundation for the University’s new AI academy.

In advance of the 2022 midterms, UAlbany is hosting viewing parties and panel discussions, while students, faculty and staff are contributing to the discussion through contributed research, commentary and policy briefs on election-related issues.

With a focus on advancing engagement and service, UAlbany’s Institute of Nonprofit Leadership and Community Development hosts the Emerging Nonprofit Leadership Accelerator (ENLA), a rigorous leadership and development program that aims to cultivate the next generation of nonprofit professionals.