School of Computer Science

Carnegie Mellon University has received a $500 million gift earmarked for expanding its computer science program, one of the largest donations in the university's history. The funds are set to support the next era of research and education in computing at the Pittsburgh institution, which is widely regarded as a global leader in the field.

Allon Klein, a researcher at Harvard Medical School, has been named a 2026 Schmidt Science Polymath. The award, run by Schmidt Sciences, supports exceptional early-career scientists who work across multiple disciplines, providing multi-year funding for ambitious, unconventional research programs. Klein is known for work in computational and systems biology. The announcement places him among a select group of scientists recognized for the breadth and originality of their research.

SUNY Polytechnic Institute and the Whitesboro Central School District have announced a partnership to expand artificial intelligence and computer science learning for students. The collaboration aims to bring university-level expertise and resources into local classrooms, preparing students for careers in technology. The regional announcement has drawn attention from the local news outlet WKTV.