College of Engineering and Computing

Research Interests: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Educational Technology, Personalized Learning

Assistant Professor Zhuangdi Zhu is collaborating with the University of Virginia’s Wajih Ul Hassan to develop scalable host-based intrusion detection systems using federated learning, enhancing cybersecurity while ensuring data privacy.

A multidisciplinary team of George Mason researchers has secured a $1.7 million grant from the Army Research Lab to develop an AI framework for coordinating teams of autonomous robots in complex and uncertain environments.

George Mason students, funded by the Commonwealth Cyber Initiative, are developing innovative VR tools and applications at Great Victory Legends, a startup founded by Associate Professor Craig Yu, gaining invaluable experience for future tech careers.

The College of Engineering and Computing celebrates mechanical engineering student Peter Pringhayune and alum Jaden Newman’s acceptance into the prestigious Naval Research Enterprise Internship Program (NREIP) for summer 2025.

Missy Cummings is among those quoted.

George Mason researcher Weiwen Jiang received a prestigious NSF CAREER award for his work in quantum computing.

Jamie Wheeler brings years of real-world experience to the George Mason Cyber Security capstone course.

The intersection of art and technology has long been a space for innovation, creativity, and exploration. At George Mason’s Mason Autonomy and Robotics Center (MARC) located within the College of Engineering and Computing, this connection has taken center stage with the Integrating Art and Tech Project.

George Mason’s EAGLE program, funded by a $3.9 million NSF grant, will support cybersecurity students aiming to work for U.S. government agencies after graduation. The program offers substantial financial support, expert guidance, and hands-on experience through internships.