Impact Areas

Coordinated Science Laboratory teams are revolutionizing global solutions through bold cross-disciplinary collaboration and innovation.



AI & Digital Transformation

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming industries—from translating languages to diagnosing diseases.

A TerreSentia robot like the ones McAllister will continue to work on throughout the summer.

Autonomy & Robotics

From self-driving cars to robotic assistants and remote surgery, autonomous technologies are reshaping how we live and work.

Cybersecurity

As digital threats grow in frequency and sophistication, cybersecurity has never been more critical.

Health Informatics

Healthcare is rapidly evolving through informatics—applying technology to manage and use data to improve care. 

Hybrid Cloud

As demand for flexible and scalable IT infrastructure grows, hybrid clouds—blending private servers with public cloud services—have become essential across the computing stack.

Internet of Things

From smart homes to autonomous vehicles, the Internet of Things (IoT) is reshaping how we live, work, and connect with technology. At CSL, researchers are leading innovations that power this transformation.

 

Microelectronics & Semiconductors

As the U.S. works to regain leadership in microelectronics, success depends not just on manufacturing, but on innovation in design, materials, and data-driven fabrication. 

Emerging Computing Platforms

The transformative power of computing, driven by advances in microelectronics and silicon-based transistors, has reshaped our world and economy.