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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

The calendar is live for Boston Tech Week's inaugural lineup of events! BU CDS is excited to be hosting AI Ethics: Measuring Real-World Impact in Education with Azer Bestavros, Janet Kang, Wesley Wildman, & Penny Bishop! spr.ly/63328BBPupu #BosTechWeek @bostonu.bsky.social

Boston, we're hosting for Boston Tech Week

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 25/10/2025

The DS+X Hackathon 2025 is officially underway! 💥 Breakfast fueled creativity and collaboration, the opening ceremony set the stage, and teams dove right into hacking, designing, and innovating BU Spark! 🚀 Let’s build something extraordinary together. 🔗 www.bu.edu/articles/202...

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

We’re thrilled to welcome the 2025–26 Faculty Fellows to CDS! Brian DePasquale — Neuroscience & Artificial Intelligence Boqing Gong — Computer Vision & Machine Learning Patrick Keys — Climate Science & Sustainability 🔗 spr.ly/63328AAtGk

A 'New Faculty Fellow Spotlight' features Brian DePasquale, a Faculty Fellow in Computing & Data Sciences and Assistant Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering. His research interests include theoretical neuroscience, NeuroAI, and machine learning.

New Faculty Fellow Spotlight features Boqing Gong, a Faculty Fellow in Computing & Data Sciences and Assistant Professor in Computer Science at the College of Arts & Sciences. His research interests include visual understanding, generation, generalization, and foundation models.

Spotlight on Patrick Keys, Faculty Fellow in Computing & Data Sciences, Assistant Professor of Earth & Environment, College of Arts & Sciences, with research interests in climate futures.

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

🚀 CDS is excited to announce three new courses for Spring 2026, giving students fresh opportunities to explore the frontiers of data science—from LLMs and AI for science to computational biology. 🔗 Learn more about the lineup: spr.ly/63329AAZvD

A Spring 2026 Course Spotlight from Boston University Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences. It lists CDS DS 593: Theory and Applications of Large Language Models with Lauren Wheelock; CDS DS 595: AI for Science with Siddharth Mishra-Sharma; CDS DS 596: Learning From Large-Scale Biological Data with Pawel Przytycki.

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

Congratulations Brian Cleary, Assistant Professor of Computing & Data Sciences, Biology & Biomedical Engineering, on receiving a $2.25M NIH grant for his groundbreaking work in computational biology. 👏👏 🔗 spr.ly/63328A25su

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

Save the date! Social Justice for Data Science Lecture: The Problem of Prediction ✨ Presenter: Ari Waldman, Professor of Law and Professor of Sociology (by courtesy) at the University of California, Irvine School of Law 📅 Tues., Oct. 21 | 3:30–5 PM Learn more: spr.ly/63326Atcn2

A poster advertising the 'Social Justice for Data Science Lecture Series' features 'The Problem of Prediction' with Ari Waldman, Professor at UC Irvine School of Law. It's on Tuesday, October 21, 3:30-5:00 PM at BU Computing & Data Sciences, Room 1101.

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 10/10/2025

Big news from BU CDS 🎉 Doctoral students Heila Precel & Tyler Calabrese—advised by Prof. Allison McDonald—have earned highly competitive fellowships from the NSF & Computing Research Association for their groundbreaking research in AI ethics, digital privacy & computing access. spr.ly/63329Atdkv

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

Meet Our New Faculty! CDS is excited to welcome a dynamic group of scholars—Elizabeth A. Barnes, Kinan Dak Albab, Siddharth Mishra-Sharma, Naomi Saphra & Lauren Wheelock—whose research spans climate science, data systems and privacy, optimization, AI for physics & LLMs. 🔗 spr.ly/63321AUdDX

Spotlight on new faculty at BU Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences: Elizabeth Barnes, Kinan Albab, Siddharth Mishra-Sharma, Naomi Sapra, and Lauren Wheelock. Titles & roles are listed.

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

🚀 At BU’s Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences, we don’t just welcome students—we launch them! That’s the spirit of DS109: Data Science First-Year Seminar, a course blends academics, advising, community, and practical skills. 👉 spr.ly/63328AbQPo

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

We’re excited to see @nsaphra.bsky.social’s work featured in @quantamagazine.bsky.social—& even more excited that she will be joining the CDS faculty in 2026! Read about Naomi's research via @benbenbrubaker.bsky.social spr.ly/63323AbqfH 📸 Ken Richardson

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

How do you design a graduate program that keeps pace w/one of the fastest-moving fields in the world? At CDS, the MS in Data Science program is doing just that. In this new Q&A, Program Director Thomas Gardos shares how the MSDS is preparing students for an AI-driven future. 🔗 bit.ly/4gwS3hC

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

Social Justice for Data Science Fall 2025 Lecture Series announced! Happening today (9/18) at 3:30 PM: The Immigration Enforcement Reporter: A BU Law × BU Spark! Collaboration. Learn more and view the fall 2025 schedule: bit.ly/4gwQUXl

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

Virtual Event: Thurs., Sept. 18 | 12 PM Level Up Your Career with BU's AI Thought Leaders Join us for a virtual panel moderated by CDS Associate Provost Azer Bestavros, where @bostonu.bsky.social alumni & faculty explore how generative AI is reshaping industries, jobs, & skills. 🔗 bit.ly/4mipeGY

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

🍵 At @bostonu.bsky.social CDS, faculty development is built into our culture. Teaching Tea, developed by Kevin Gold, Professor of the Practice & Preceptor for Instruction, is a conversation space for instructors to connect, reflect and, sharpen their craft together. Read more 🫖: bit.ly/TeachingTea

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

👏 Thank you to EY for hosting a dynamic Tech Talks panel in collaboration w/CDS & BU Spark! @bostonu.bsky.social We’re grateful for EY’s partnership in creating opportunities for #terriers to learn from professionals shaping the field. 🔗 Learn more about the talk & presenters: bit.ly/4n79bNz

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 11/09/2025

“The [CDS] Online Master's in Data Science program has given me the flexibility to pursue my degree while working full time, and the tools to apply data science to real-world challenges.” — James E. Kantor, OMDS student. Learn more and attend a webinar: Wed., 9/17/2025! Details👉 bit.ly/4p7Treu

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 02/09/2025

🍁 Today’s the big day—first day of classes! 🍁 Molly-Kate MacLeod, CDS Director of Student Experience, kicks off the semester with a welcome message celebrating learning, community, and career opportunities. Check out her full post to see what’s ahead this fall. 💻✨ spr.ly/63327A6HsS

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 01/09/2025

An incredible day and an incredible welcome! 🎉🐾 The Class of 2029 has officially joined the CDS community, and tomorrow marks the start of their academic journey @bostonu.bsky.social. 📚✨ Here’s to a successful semester for #TerrierTown — one filled with learning, discovery, and connection! 💻🍁

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 27/08/2025

🚨 Job seekers, beware. Scammers are increasingly targeting students and recent grads with fraudulent job postings. ✅ Check out this CDS guide to learn how to protect yourself during the job search. spr.ly/63322fNXTp @bostonu.bsky.social

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 26/08/2025

🎉🐾 A big Terrier welcome to our newest CDS students! Yesterday’s Orientation was filled with energy—meet & greets, games, insights from our advising panel, a warm welcome from @bostonu.bsky.social CDS Associate Provost Azer Bestavros, and more! We are excited for the year ahead!

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 25/08/2025

📅 Mark your calendars—Classes start on September 2! With dates for classes, breaks, and finals set, our CDS community is ready to dive into a new semester of collaboration, research, and innovation in computing & data sciences! 📚 📚

BU Fall 2025 Calendar: Classes begin Sept. 2; Indigenous People's Day Oct. 13 (no classes); Substitute Monday class schedule Oct. 14; Thanksgiving recess Nov. 26-30; Classes resume Dec. 1; Last day of final exams Dec. 19. Building in the background.

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 20/08/2025

Cheers to Fall 2025! 🎉🍿5 things every CDS first-year should do before classes: 1️⃣ Check your schedule & find your classrooms 2️⃣ Download the BU Mobile App 3️⃣ Get your BU ID + Charlie Card 4️⃣ Grab books & supplies 5️⃣ Connect w/your mentor or CDS groups ✨ Bonus: Don’t forget to enroll in DS109!

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 18/08/2025

Let the countdown begin! 🚀 Another year of discovery, data, and community at CDS is just around the corner. Here is a quick look 📸 at some of the faces, places, and spaces in and around CDS @bostonu.bsky.social. See you soon #TerrierTown #ProudtoBU #CDSatBU #Fall2025 ❤️🐾

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

CDS Research Spotlight: Most LLMs treat users the same. @bostonu.bsky.social CDS Assistant Prof. Aldo Pacchiano has introduced PReF, a method for personalizing ChatGPT-like models using just a few examples—no retraining required. 📖 Read more: www.bu.edu/cds-faculty/...

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 29/07/2025

🚀 Research Spotlight: AI + Behavioral Science 🚀 @bostonu.bsky.social CDS Assistant Prof. Joshua Peterson is bridging AI with behavioral science to better understand human decision‑making and drive interpretable machine learning. 📖 Read more: bit.ly/44UUrdW

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 21/07/2025

In this @bostonu.bsky.social CDS Conversations, August Siu discusses the Online Master's in Data Science program—skill-building, academics, community, and more. “I didn’t think I was a tech person. Now, I’m learning to lead with both data & empathy." Read more 👉: www.bu.edu/cds-faculty/...

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 16/07/2025

☀️ Hot research, 🍂 cool insights—don’t miss The Download, @bostonu.bsky.social CDS’s monthly newsletter. Each issue delivers the latest on groundbreaking faculty research, thought leadership, and more. 🔗 Subscribe today! bit.ly/3UgAtEe

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

📣 @bostonu.bsky.social ranks among the top in the latest Digital Leaders in Higher Education rankings! 🏅 #9 Data Science, AI & Biz Analytics 🏅 #11 Digital Talent 🏅 #12 Comp Sci 🏅 #21 Digital Transformation 🏅 #21 Digital Transformation Mgmt 🔗 bit.ly/4kYSrHd

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

Research Spotlight 💡 @bostonu.bsky.social CDS Assistant Professor Brian Cleary (Bioinformatics, BME, BDC) and collaborators have introduced Perturb-FISH—a new CRISPR-based method that maps gene function in tissue, without disrupting it. Published in @cellpress.bsky.social 🔗 bit.ly/466KafV

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

📊 Thinking about a career move? Data Science continues to top the list of high-growth, high-impact fields. 🎓 Join us for a live webinar and discover how @bostonu.bsky.social Online Master’s in Data Science (OMDS) can help you get there. Learn more and view the webinar schedule: bit.ly/4e4RCtI

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

🎉Congrats to CDS Asst. Prof. Pawel Przytycki, named a Hariri Institute Junior Faculty Fellow! His work is advancing how we use data to understand gene regulation, disease, and complex biological systems. Read more: www.bu.edu/cds-faculty/...

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

Teaching AI to personalize: @bostonu.bsky.social CDS Assistant Professor Aldo Pacchiano introduces PReF, a new method that helps LLMs adapt to you—not just the average user. Fast, lightweight, and surprisingly effective. 🔗 www.bu.edu/cds-faculty/... #AI #LLM #Personalization

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

.@bostonu.bsky.social was honored to welcome Sec. Lauren Jones for the release of the 2025 Workforce Data Report! With BWWC, BU is advancing wage equity through privacy-first data science—built by faculty, powered by students. “Our students are building the tools that power policy.” – Azer Bestavros

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

Join us on Tues., 6/3 at 2 PM for a CDS Seminar w/Prof. Mike Dietze (@bostonu.bsky.social Earth & Environment) on the future of ecological forecasting. He’ll explore how data science is helping us better predict and manage natural systems. Open to the BU community. CDS, 665 Comm. Ave., Room 1646.

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

🎓 Just graduated and wondering what’s next? @bostonu.bsky.social has put together a smart, practical guide for new grads entering the job market. 👉 Read More & Access CDS Career Resources: www.bu.edu/cds-faculty/...

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

🎉 Congrats to this year’s CDS Student Awardees! The Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences @bostonu.bsky.social honored students for excellence, leadership & community impact and celebrated their achievements at the May 17 Convocation.👏 👏 Read all about it ⬇️ 🔗 www.bu.edu/cds-faculty/...

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 26/05/2025

Today, we pause to honor the brave individuals who gave their lives in service to our country — including members of the @bostonu.bsky.social community. We remember their sacrifice with deep gratitude. 🇺🇸 www.bu.edu/articles/202... #MemorialDay #HonorAndRemember #ProudtoBU

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

🎉 Congratulations to this year’s CDS Student Awardees! Each year, the Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences @bostonu.bsky.social recognizes students who exemplify academic excellence, leadership, and a strong commitment to community. Read more: www.bu.edu/cds-faculty/...

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

Grateful to Marjorie Hsu (ENG’86, Questrom’93) for delivering a visionary keynote at our 2025 CDS Convocation. Her reflections on leadership, values, and emerging technologies deeply resonated with our community. Full recap (speeches, photos, video, and more) ➡️ www.bu.edu/cds-faculty/...

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 17/05/2025

🎓 Congratulations to the CDS Class of 2025 @bostonu.bsky.social! You've asked bold questions, tackled complex challenges, and grown into data-driven leaders ready to make an impact. We’re proud of all you’ve accomplished and can’t wait to see where your journey takes you next. Way to go! 🚀 🚀

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

🎓 The countdown is on! 🎓 The Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences @bostonu.bsky.social is thrilled to celebrate🎉 the Class of 2025 at this year's CDS Convocation Ceremony on Saturday, May 17, at 10 AM at BU's Case Gym. Graduating Seniors: Access the full toolkit 🧰 here: www.bu.edu/cds-faculty/...

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 12/05/2025

We're proud to welcome Marjorie Hsu (ENG’86, Questrom’93) as our 2025 CDS Convocation Speaker! A tech exec with global impact, Marjorie embodies leadership, innovation, and BU pride. Learn more: www.bu.edu/cds-faculty/...

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 05/05/2025

🚨New Course Alert @bostonu.bsky.social 🚨 CDS is excited to offer a cutting-edge course at the intersection of algorithms and strategy: DS 574 – Algorithmic Mechanism Design, taught by CDS Assistant Professor @kiragoldner.bsky.social. Get the details 👉 bit.ly/43eXZ9T

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 28/04/2025

As a CDS freshman @bostonu.bsky.social, Nemai Anand is already making an impact. His paper, "Enhancing Machine Learning Accuracy for Frog Call Recognition," co-authored with his father, was published in the Journal of Emerging Investigators. Read more (and listen 🐸): www.bu.edu/cds-faculty/...

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

A big thank you to David Bau of Northeastern University for an insightful and thought-provoking 'Industry Connections' talk last Friday at @bostonu.bsky.social Computing & Data Sciences! His insights sparked deep questions on agency, knowledge, and policy. More: bit.ly/4i0c67f

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

🚀 Break into one of the fastest-growing six-figure careers—data science (@forbes.com). Attend BU’s Online MS in Data Science (OMDS) webinar and get your questions answered! 🗓 Apr 24 (12–1 PM) or Apr 29 (6–7 PM) 🔗 Learn more about the $25K and 100% online program: www.bu.edu/cds-faculty/...

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

🚨 CDS is Hiring! 🚨Are you passionate about pedagogical innovation in the age of AI? The Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences @bostonu.bsky.social is inviting applications for multiple faculty positions. 🔗 Learn more: www.bu.edu/cds-faculty/...

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

Join us for an Industry Connections talk 'Meeting the Challenge of Cracking Open Large-Scale AI' featuring Northeastern University's Prof. David Bau, as he explores how we can open the black box of large-scale AI. Details: Fri., April 18 | 2 PM | CDS 1646 Register: bit.ly/4adNyEN

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Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University @bucds.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

AI and the Humanities: Research on Tap @bostonu.bsky.social: An interdisciplinary panel explores the cultural + societal impacts of AI, moderated by Wesley Wildman + Margarita Guillory. 📅 Wed., April 16 | 🕓 4–6 PM 🔗 www.bu.edu/research/202... Open to BU faculty, staff, postdocs, + grad students.

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