At UIS, we are leading transformative research that explores the frontiers of AI and its integration with liberal arts, ethics, data analytics, and interdisciplinary fields. Our initiatives prepare students to navigate and shape the future of technology and society through innovative AI-driven learning and research environments. All UIS students, faculty, and staff can Submit your Research Project to showcase your AI Research project (login with your NetID required).

Title Research Abstract Lead Researcher(s) Assistant Researcher(s) Department(s) Keywords
Trustworthy AI Potentials: A Reserach Agenda Trustworthy AI project aims to survey and uncover relevant dimensions and factors in businesses or organizations. The initial stage involves a systematic literature review with bibliometric analysis, with impactful insights leading to…
  • Mike Chuang
 Management Information Systems
  • Trustworthy AI
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Application of Language Models in Protein Engineering The advancement of machine learning (ML), particularly deep learning (DL) and natural language processing (NLP) technologies, along with increased computing power, has further enhanced biotechnological applications, including protein…
  • Elham Buxton
  • Maryam Raeeszadeh Sarmazdeh
  • Kalanther Meerasa, Iftikhar
 Computer Science
  • Protein Language Models
  • Antibody Design
  • Machine Learning (ML)
  • Natural Language Processing (NLP)
AI and IoT curriculum Development for K-12 A few states (e.g., Maryland, Georgia, and Florida) have begun integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into K-12 education, while others continue to rely on informal learning spaces to foster AI literacy. This project aims to design a…
  • Elham Buxton
  • Elahe Javadi
 Computer Science
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • AI Literacy
  • Internet of Things (IoT)
High-Performance Computing Array Building a high-performance computer (HPC) involves carefully designing, assembling, and configuring a system to deliver exceptional computationalpower. Key stages include assessing needs, selecting hardware, assembly, software…
  • Joshua Smith
  • Brian Rogers
  • Mihir Thosar
  • Tayson Neely
 Computer Science, Orion Lab
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • High-Performance Computer
  • Machine Learning (ML)
  • Data Analytics
  • Natural Language Processing (NLP)
AI towards AGI and Digital Transformation 5.0 Book abstract.AI progressing into AGI creates conditions for the real Industrial Revolution 5.0, thus enabling Digital Transformation 5.0The goal is to explore productive links between Artificial General Intelligence, and Digital…
  • Peter Boltuc
 Computer Science, Mathematical Sciences and Philosophy
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Application of Generative AI (GenAI) Integration in Business Education: A Cross-Cultural Perspective This study investigates the integration of Generative AI (GenAI) in business education from a cross-cultural perspective, focusing on its impact on student performance and learning outcomes. The research involves a controlled experiment…
  • Jessica Baumberger
  • Mohammed Mohi Uddin
  • Malgorzata Marchewka
  • Krzysztof Woźniak
  • Jorge Fernando
 Accounting, Economics and Finance, Web & Digital Strategy
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Higher Education
  • Business
Trip Distribution Post-Pandemic and Disparate Impacts of Work from Home on Demands for Transit Services in Chicago: Evaluating Mobility Network Patterns from Mobile Phone Tracing Data Across the United States, transit ridership has recovered to about 71 percent of pre-COVID-19 pandemic levels. The slow ridership recovery translates into less farebox revenue and large budget gaps for the nation’s largest transit agencies…
  • Richard Funderburg
  • Tong Ye
  • Chen Xie
 School of Public Management and Policy
  • Machine Learning (ML)
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)