We are continually expanding our internationally recognized research programs in Computer Science and its interactions with other fields; contributing to fundamental advances in Computer Science needed to address grand challenges in environment, agriculture, health, energy, safety and security, social implications of autonomous algorithms and computing technology; and to increase the economic competitiveness of Iowa and the nation.

Our department strives to engage in world-class research and to lead in key areas of computing such as Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Theoretical Foundations, and Computer and Networking Systems, and in areas of national priority such as cybersecurity, quantum computing, robotics, and autonomous systems.

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Students play a significant role in the department's commitment and focus of discovery, research, and creative work.  They work alongside top-notch faculty who are exploring emerging data-rich and informatics-enabled disciplines and contributing to those fundamental advances needed to address challenges in the environment, food, health, energy, and security and increasing the competitiveness of Iowa and the nation. They are part of the team and gain firsthand experience while connecting with other students who have adventurous minds. 

Getting involved in research offers students a valuable opportunity to gain skills, to learn more about a field of study, and to make a difference in today's world.