INTELLIGENCE IN ACTION

From smarter infrastructure to immersive digital experiences and climate prediction, artificial intelligence opens new possibilities across science and engineering. Discover how Texas State research applies AI to complex challenges with real-world impact.

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Making Roads Smarter with AI

What if road damage could be detected faster and more accurately? By combining 2D pavement images with 3D depth data, AI can help identify cracks, potholes and surface defects. This Texas State research aims to improve how transportation agencies assess road conditions, prioritize repairs and maintain safer roads.

Making this possible requires expertise across artificial intelligence, computer vision and engineering. Drs. Feng Wang, Jelena Tesic, Xiaohua Luo and Yongsheng Bai bring these disciplines together through a collaborative research effort.

Beyond the Screen

Digital experiences depend on more than what appears on a screen. From immersive media to wireless connectivity and computing infrastructure, Texas State researchers examine how AI can enhance the systems behind modern technology.

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Measuring Immersive Reality

Dr. Mylene Queiroz de Farias studies how deep learning can evaluate the visual quality of volumetric video, helping establish more reliable ways to assess immersive 3D experiences.
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Networks That Adapt

Dr. Marcelo Carvalho investigates AI-driven Wi-Fi management, developing approaches that help wireless networks respond to changing conditions and manage resources efficiently.
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Intelligent Research Infrastructure

Behind advanced scientific discoveries lies powerful computing infrastructure. Dr. Hongchi Shi's research strengthens the technological foundation for AI and cybersecurity applications.

Decoding Mathematical Thought

Mathematical proofs reveal more than correct answers. They offer a window into the reasoning behind them. At Texas State, researchers use machine learning and natural language processing to examine mathematical arguments and identify patterns that could advance the study of mathematical thinking.

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Bringing together expertise in mathematics education and computational analysis, Drs. Kate Melhuish, Kristen Lew and Paul Dawkins examine new ways to study mathematical reasoning.

AI at the Frontiers of Discovery

From climate patterns and agricultural landscapes to spacecraft navigation, Texas State researchers bring AI into environments where uncertainty presents unique challenges. Their work opens new possibilities for prediction, analysis and autonomous decision-making.

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Forecasting Earth's Systems

Forecasting environmental changes weeks or months ahead is challenging. Dr. Aniruddha Bora works on agentic AI methods to reduce errors in Earth system predictions.
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Autonomy Beyond Earth

Spacecraft must make critical decisions far from Earth. Dr. Blagoy Rangelov and researcher Evan Jellison study reinforcement learning to advance autonomous spacecraft control.
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Predicting Agricultural Outcomes

Crop yields depend on complex environmental conditions. Dr. Eunsang Cho applies machine learning to agricultural prediction, supporting better insight into crop performance.

Where AI Research Meets Student Discovery

An NSF-funded initiative led by Dr. Damian Valles supports undergraduate research experiences focused on artificial intelligence, data analytics and mixed reality for smart and connected health. The project brings together faculty from multiple disciplines to support student research.

Turn Curiosity Into Expertise

Interested in the science behind artificial intelligence? Explore degree programs that build foundations in computing, mathematics and engineering, preparing students to contribute to emerging technologies and research.