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Professor Alex Brodsky keynoted the joint session of the ENASE-2026 and ICEIS-2026 International Conferences, to be held in Benidorm, Spain, in May 2026.

Thema Monroe-White received a an award of more than $1 million to examine how Historically Black Colleges and Universities influence economic mobility for Black entrepreneurs.

Fueled by “the love of the game,” a team of Mason Autonomy and Robotics Center students overcame GPS‑free technical challenges to take first place at the 2026 Raytheon Autonomous Vehicle Competition.

George Mason University’s Department of Computer Science researchers earned widespread recognition with numerous paper acceptances at top-tier international conferences, highlighting impactful research across security, systems, networking, artificial intelligence, and human‑centered computing.

Computer scientist Zhicong Lu explores how technology shapes human relationships, whether through live-streamed cultural practices, online communities, or emerging forms of generative AI.

A George Mason junior won $13,000 at the Patriot Pitch Competition for EduVerse, a platform that streamlines hiring by tracking applicants’ skill development.

George Mason University President Gregory Washington has announced the recipients of the 2026 Presidential Awards for Faculty Excellence, honoring George Mason faculty members for their work on behalf of the university, students, and the broader community.

Alumnus Chris McFadden was recognized by the College of Engineering and Computing for his service and support of the college.

Xuesu Xiao won the prestigious "Rising Star” designation as part of the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia's Outstanding Faculty Awards.

A CEC professor's longstanding relationship with NVIDIA is bringing AI leaps to campus.

David Eichinger’s journey from Navy Reservist and federal scientist to graduate researcher in robotics shows how George Mason’s flexible, veteran‑supportive computer science master’s program empowers non‑traditional students to build new careers with confidence.

This software engineering student-athlete turned her opportunities into a graduate degree and a pending job in national security.