

Dr. Gloria Washington, Associate Professor of Computer Science at Howard University and Principal Investigator with RITA, focuses on human-centered computing and deepfake voice detection. Her work protects critical systems while guiding students to combine creativity and technology in their own careers.

Dr. Darsana Josyula, Professor of Computer Science at Bowie State University, was recently awarded the Elkins Professorship by the University System of Maryland. A leader in AI and autonomous systems, she is recognized for both her research and the vibrant community she has built in her lab.

Howard University partnered with Amazon Web Services to host the first-ever AWS Machine Learning University Educator Bootcamp, training more than 200 faculty from 35 institutions to integrate AI and ML into their classrooms.

Florida Memorial Student, Amauri Straford shares his experience working alongside RITA researchers, the guidance he received from RITA staff, and how the internship has shaped

From launching new facilities to hosting innovation challenges and forging national partnerships, Delaware State University is preparing a future-ready workforce, where students gain hands-on experience in AI, data science, and entrepreneurship.

Tuskegee University, in partnership with the U.S. Air Force, unveiled three new T-1 flight simulators, giving students hands-on training opportunities in aviation science and aerospace engineering while honoring the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen.
Marking a new chapter in Howard’s research legacy, the University hosted its first-ever Excellence in Innovation and Academic Achievement Awards Ceremony, honoring faculty for groundbreaking scholarship and visionary leadership that helped secure Howard’s historic R1 status.

Ronald Langrin is currently a PhD student at Howard University working as a Graduate Research Assistant on a RITA project. He is a seasoned computer scientist

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