Research That Moves the World Forward
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Faculty Who Are Leaders in Their Fields
Quantum is not competing against machine learning. Quantum is simply an alternative to digital computing... Just like a fighter jet is not a faster Ferrari because it works on a different principle... Quantum computing is not faster digital computing. It actually works on a different physics principle entirely.
Sridhar Tayur \ Ford Distinguished Research Chair and University Professor of Operations Management
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Our professors bring their expertise to classrooms and labs, mentoring students and advancing research across disciplines.
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Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra musicians serve as distinguished faculty in our School of Music to inspire the next generation of talent.
Nobel Prizes
Our faculty and alumni have received this prestigious award, widely recognized as one of the highest honors an individual can receive, in 5 of the 6 possible categories.
The Birthplace of AI
Carnegie Mellon University has been at the forefront of artificial intelligence since its early days, helping to shape the field through bold ideas, pioneering research and visionary leadership. From founding key institutions to launching entirely new areas of study, CMU has played a central role in advancing computing and AI. Today, our work continues to drive innovation and make a lasting impact across industries and society.
First Artificial Intelligence Program
Herbert Simon and Allen Newell create Logic Theorist, a computer program that could solve logic puzzles in the same way a human might in a game of chess.
Terregator pioneered exploration, road following and mine mapping. It was the world’s first rugged, capable, autonomous outdoor navigation robot.
First Language Recognition System
Kai-Fu Lee, Raj Reddy and Roberto Bisiani create SPHINX, the first real-time recognition of speech to programming with AI techniques.
The world’s first doctoral program in robotics is offered at CMU.
First Self-Navigating Automobile
Scientist Dean Pomerleau and Ph.D. student Todd Jochem’s Navlab 5 drives from Pittsburgh to San Diego, the longest continuous test of an autonomous vehicle in a real-world setting.
First Machine Learning Department
Considered the world’s first machine learning academic department.
CMU’s and General Motors self-driving SUV “BOSS” wins the 2007 DARPA Urban Challenge, a driverless car competition.
The first offered by a U.S. university in response to extraordinary technical breakthroughs in AI and the growing demand by students and employers.
CMU announces a new first-of-its-kind Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence Engineering degree, combining AI and machine learning with engineering domain knowledge.
Academics at CMU
Academics at CMU connects classroom learning with cutting-edge research and world-renowned faculty to shape the world’s brightest minds. Students collaborate across disciplines to drive progress in technology, policy, the arts and beyond.
What I love most about the College of Engineering is that everyone you meet carries a genuine passion for making the world a better place.
Shagun Maheshwari\ Materials Science Engineering Graduate, Class of 2025
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At the end of the day, I want to be someone who is helping people in a way that has the broadest impact possible.
Lameck Beni\ Graduate Student and Rales Fellow
Before hearing about CMU, I didn't think it was possible to pursue and thrive in such unrelated fields together. I've learned to use my concentrations to help one another succeed.
Roy Huang\ Recent BXA Graduate