Students across the nation will have new opportunities to explore artificial intelligence and emerging technologies through a $489,183 National Science Foundation award at Missouri State University.

The department of computer science in the College of Natural and Applied Sciences (CNAS) received the three-year award for the “REU Site: Applied Research in Deep Learning” project. The award begins Oct. 1, 2026.

The project is led by principal investigator Dr. Mohammed Belkhouche, with co-principal investigators Dr. Siming Liu and Dr. Mukulika Ghoshe. The REU team also includes professors Dr. Jamil Saquer and Dr. Hui Liu.

The award is the department’s first NSF Research Experiences for Undergraduates Site grant.

“This achievement reflects Missouri State’s growing strength in machine learning research and its commitment to developing the next generation of scientists and innovators,” said CNAS Dean Dr. Magdalena Toda.

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