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By Tracy Camp, Executive Director and CEO, CRA The computing research community is facing a period of profound uncertainty. Recent executive actions, including potential NSF budget cuts and restrictions on federally funded programs, raise serious concerns about the future of U.S. research leadership, workforce development, and innovation. As these policies evolve, CRA remains committed to […]
By Matt Hazenbush, Director of Communications NSF Budget Cuts Threaten U.S. Innovation and Security CRA warns that proposed NSF budget cuts and workforce reductions would undermine U.S. leadership in computing research. NSF funds nearly 80% of fundamental computing research at U.S. institutions, supporting advancements in AI, cybersecurity, and quantum computing. CRA urges Congress to reject […]
By Matt Hazenbush, Director of Communications Happy New Year! As we dive into 2025, we’re excited to bring you fresh ways to connect, contribute, and stay informed about CRA’s initiatives. Starting this year, each issue of Computing Research News will include an “In Case You Missed It” (ICYMI) section, ensuring you’re up to date with […]
By Petruce Jean-Charles, Communications Associate, CCC In a series of six engaging roundtable discussions led by the Computing Community Consortium (CCC), 40 computing research experts from academia, industry, and government explored the complexities of interdisciplinary computing. Their goal: to pinpoint the hurdles and needs for fostering effective cross-disciplinary research. The consensus? Each team member brings […]
By Matt Hazenbush, Director of Communications On February 22-23, the Computing Research Association (CRA) hosted its annual February Board of Directors Meeting in Washington, DC. To keep you in the know, below is a summary of the many discussions that took place amongst the CRA Board members, CRA staff, society leaders, and distinguished guests who […]
By Matt Hazenbush, Director of Communications CRA members have elected four new individuals to its Board of Directors: David Bader (New Jersey Institute of Technology), Bruce Hendrickson (Lawrence Livermore National Lab), Fatma Ozcan (Google), and Manuel Pérez-Quiñones (University of North Carolina at Charlotte). In addition, five current Board members won reelection: James Allan (University of Massachusetts Amherst), Ran Libeskind-Hadas (Claremont McKenna College), Rachel Pottinger (University of British Columbia), Eve Schooler (Intel, […]
By Matt Hazenbush, Director of Communications For CRA, 2024 is off to a blazing start! We have so many opportunities for members of the community to get involved, we couldn’t choose just one to focus on for this month’s CRA Update. Below are just a few of the ways you (and people in your network!) […]
By Elora Daniels, Communications Associate The Computing Research Association (CRA) is thrilled to welcome two exceptional professionals to our expanding team. With a diverse range of skills, experiences, and innovative perspectives, our new team members each uniquely align with CRA’s mission to advance computing research and change the world. Join us in welcoming Richard Elam […]
By Tracy Camp, Executive Director and CEO The Computing Research Association (CRA) seeks your help in recruiting candidates for its Board of Directors. We are looking for individuals who have time, energy, initiative, and resources to work on CRA issues on behalf of the entire CRA community. We have a working Board, and all members […]
By Matt Hazenbush, Director of Communications A well-known and respected leader in the community, Dr. Cain brings valuable experience and expertise to his new role leading CRA’s Widening Participation committee. The Computing Research Association (CRA) is pleased to announce the naming of Curtis Cain, PhD, to the position of Director of Broadening Participation […]
By Matt Hazenbush, Director of Communications CRA has received its largest-ever award, $42.1 million, from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to expand its role in the NSF Computer and Information Science and Engineering Graduate Fellowship Program (CSGrad4US). Launched by NSF in 2021, CSGrad4US aims to boost the number and diversity of domestic graduate students […]
