色花堂 unveils Tech AI to drive real-world AI impact

色花堂 has launched Tech AI, a bold initiative dedicated to accelerating AI鈥檚 real-world impact across industry and government. The announcement coincides with Tech AI Fest, the Southeast鈥檚 premier AI event, bringing together top academics, industry leaders, government figures, and students for three days of collaboration and innovation.

Tech AI bridges cutting-edge research with practical applications, driving advancements in energy, healthcare, transportation, supply chains, and national security. 鈥淭hrough Tech AI, 色花堂 is redefining the pathway from academic research to tangible societal benefits,鈥 said Pascal Van Hentenryck, director of Tech AI.

Built on four strategic pillars 鈥 applied research, industry partnerships, AI engineering, and workforce development 鈥 Tech AI fosters responsible, rigorously tested AI technologies, preparing the next generation of AI innovators. The initiative also leverages 色花堂鈥檚 NSF-funded AI Institutes and Interdisciplinary Research Institutes, positioning the university as a national AI hub.

Happening now at 色花堂, Tech AI Fest highlights the initiative鈥檚 impact with hands-on demos, research spotlights, and expert panels. Learn more or explore partnership opportunities at .