Nitesh Chawla Honored as Part of Notre Dame's 2024 All-Faculty Team for Transformative Contributions
Frank M. Freimann Professor of Computer Science & Engineering and Founding Director of the Lucy Family Institute for Data & Society
Honor date: Nov 16 vs. Virginia
Professor Nitesh Chawla's research has led to groundbreaking advancements that bridge foundational research with real-world applications, driving innovation and societal impact. This work has earned recognition across four leading scientific societies—AAAI, ACM, AAAS, and IEEE—highlighting its influence in engineering, computing, sciences, and AI.
He has spearheaded global collaborations to ensure that AI serves as a force for good, fostering inclusive advancements that benefit diverse communities. As founding director of Notre Dame's Lucy Family Institute for Data & Society, he and his team are pioneering data-driven and AI innovations that tackle society’s toughest challenges, all while empowering communities through education and innovation.
"Notre Dame’s strategic framework challenges us to be the leading global Catholic research university, distinct yet on par with the world’s best private universities," Chawla says. "This goal inspires us to focus our research on making a societal impact that advances the common good, while also ensuring significant and foundational disciplinary advances. Notre Dame is a place where my personal and professional values align, driving me to ask each day: How am I making a difference today?"
Originally published by the Office of the Provost at provost.nd.edu in faculty recognitions.
Originally published by at niteshchawla.nd.edu on November 18, 2024.
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