Submit Comments by 8/31- CRA Committees Respond to NSF Request for Information on New Technology, Innovations, and Partnerships Directorate: Seek Additional Community Input

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In April 2023, the National Science Foundation (NSF) published a Request for Information (RFI) to inform the development of a roadmap for the recently established Technology, Innovations, and Partnerships (TIP) Directorate. This roadmap will help guide TIP’s investments in translational use-inspired research to maintain US competitiveness in scientific research. The Computing Research Association (CRA) submitted two responses: a joint response  from […]

Building a More Inclusive Future: Highlights from the CRA Accessible for All Report

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In a rapidly digitizing world, ensuring accessibility for all individuals is crucial.  In February 2023, the Computing Research Association (CRA) held a workshop on Accessible Technology for All. The workshop was co-hosted by CRA-Industry (CRA-I), Computing Community Consortium (CCC), and CRA-Widening Participation (CRA-WP) and led by a team of organizers from the various CRA committees […]

Calling Early and Mid Career Industry Researchers for CRA-WP’s Career Mentoring Workshop!

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Computing Research Association- Widening Participation (CRA-WP) is thrilled to announce its biennial Career Mentoring Workshop (CMW) in Chicago, IL on November 3-4, 2023. The workshop presents an exceptional opportunity for early and mid-career professionals seeking growth and development in computer science research positions across three distinct tracks: education, research, and industry/lab. It offers tailored professional development opportunities […]

NSF CSGrad4US Fellowship Deadline Approaching

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Are you a passionate computing professional seeking to elevate your career to new heights? Look no further! The National Science Foundation (NSF) CSGrad4US Fellowship is your gateway to unparalleled opportunities and transformative experiences in the dynamic world of computer science research. Why should you apply? 1️⃣ Financial Support: The CSGrad4US Fellowship offers financial support, ensuring […]

Biden-⁠Harris Administration Takes New Steps to Advance Responsible Artificial Intelligence Research, Development, and Deployment

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The following was originally posted on the CCC Blog.  The Biden-Harris Administration is continuing their recent efforts to advance the research, development, and deployment of responsible AI. With the rise of AI and its increasing capabilities these initiatives are meant to protect American citizens’ rights and safety. Last week the CCC blog highlighted responsible AI […]

NSF seeks input to inform the next generation of advanced networking systems

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The following is a letter to the community from three National Science Foundation (NSF) Assistant Directors, Margaret Martonosi (Directorate for Computer and Information Science and Engineering), Susan Margulies (Directorate for Engineering), and Erwin Gianchandani (Directorate for Technology, Innovation and Partnerships). April 18, 2023 Dear Colleagues: With this Dear Colleague Letter (DCL), the National Science Foundation […]

CRA-I: Workshop on Computing Research in Industry

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Join CRA-Industry at the ACM Federated Computing Research Conference 2023 in Orlando, Florida on June 18th from 12:30-5:15 PM for a Workshop on Computing Research in Industry. Please register here! Companies are increasingly investing in computer science research to support their strategic goals. This workshop will not only look at what it means to do […]

Future Technologies Conference (TFC) 2023- Paper Deadline April 1st

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This year’s Future Technologies Conference (FTC) will be held in San Francisco, CA on November 2-3, 2023. FTC is a prestigious conference that attracts researchers, scientists, and technologists from some of the top companies, universities, research firms, and government agencies from around the world. The conference program will include paper presentations, keynote speakers, industrial workshops, […]

NSF Letter to the Community: Celebrating One Year of TIP

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The following is a letter to the community from Erwin Gianchandani, National Science Foundation (NSF) Assistant Director for Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships (TIP) and Gracie Narcho, NSF Deputy Assistant Director for TIP.  One year ago, under the leadership of Director Sethuraman Panchanathan, the U.S. National Science Foundation announced the establishment of the Directorate for Technology, Innovation […]

Interagency Committee on Disability Research (ICDR) March Lunch & Learn Webinar: COVID-19 Data on Individuals With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

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Join the Interagency Committee on Disability Research (ICDR) March Lunch & Learn Webinar on COVID-19 Data on Individuals With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities from 12-1PM ET on Wednesday, March 22nd. From the ICDR website: Emma Plourde, Public Health Policy Analyst and William Haltermann III, Program Specialist from the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning […]