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Work That Matters

Delivering what’s next.

Carnegie Mellon University is where researchers, scholars and artists come together to ask bold questions, solve complex problems and make real change.

From improving health outcomes and enhancing education, to strengthening national security and advancing trustworthy artificial intelligence, our work makes life better for people everywhere. We build new tools and work across disciplines to make sure technology serves society and fuels economic opportunity.

What if all communities were future-ready?

Securing a Healthier, More Resilient World

CMU researchers are working to safeguard lives, secure our future and strengthen national resilience. That means we save lives, help systems adapt in the face of disruption, and engineer life-saving medical breakthroughs. We protect community health, strengthen security and privacy, empower U.S. manufacturing and make streets safer. Whether leveraging energy expertise through AI or preparing for the next global emergency, our work supports a safer, more sustainable future.

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Predicting Shelter Needs

Students develop tool to help American Red Cross after earthquakes

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Cancer in Focus

CMU-built technology could revolutionize how doctors detect, diagnose and understand cancers like lung cancer.

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Improving Air Quality

Low-cost technology could help make indoor air quality sensors last longer and catch unsafe formaldehyde levels sooner.

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What if robotic caregivers could improve independence?

CMU researchers are developing new technology to enable robots to physically interact with people who are not able to care for themselves.

These breakthroughs are being deployed in the real world, making it possible for individuals with neurological diseases, stroke, multiple sclerosis, ALS and dementia to be able to eat, clean and get dressed fully on their own.

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What if every worker was trained for an AI world?

Reimagining the Future of Work, Education and Human Potential

Whether it’s immersive workforce training or AI-powered classrooms, CMU is shaping a future where workforce development, learning science, and human-computer interaction elevate human potential. We’re not just improving learning; we’re strengthening the workforce and supporting economic growth.

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Energy Workforce

As AI reshapes energy systems, researchers are helping ensure the workforce evolves with it.

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Name, Image and Likeness

Researchers found that NIL rules are making college football fairer and more exciting.

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AI and Learning

Research examines the impact of generative AI tools on teaching and learning.

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Spin-Offs Created Since 2004

$ 7B +

Investment Raised After Launch

1,165

Patents Issued Since 2004

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Grid Resilience

Sophisticated models forecast rising demands on America's power grid, guiding the shift to reliable, low-emission and affordable energy systems.

Safe Skies

AI-powered vision system helps drones detect and avoid other aircraft.

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Generative Building

AI-powered tool helps people bring ideas to life with Lego bricks.

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What if we guided AI to ensure we make the world better?

CMU researchers view AI as a powerful tool to improve decision-making and are working to address risks like bias and lack of transparency.

Their mission is to develop AI responsibly, ensuring it drives fair and equitable outcomes that reach and uplift communities.

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What if technology was guided by ethics and the human spirit?

Creating Meaning in the Digital Age

CMU leads with both research and creative practice to guide innovation with intention. Our artists, humanists and technologists work together to explore what it means to live in a digital world through ethical inquiry, inclusive design and expressive technologies that improve the human experience.

Trustworthy AI

Research explains what happens when AI chatbots overestimate their abilities and how humans can build trust.

Misophonia Help

Laurie Heller Is changing how we understand and potentially treat the condition.

Mindful Tech Benefits

Emerging research shows that digital mindfulness tools are proving to be more than just a wellness trend.