Value proposition

An interdisciplinary group that works collaboratively on groundbreaking research in AI, data, and computing.

The Ken Kennedy Institute, established in 1986, is an interdisciplinary group committed to addressing critical global challenges through foundational research in AI, Data, and Computing. The Institute fosters collaborative efforts to drive AI-powered discoveries across diverse scientific disciplines and champions ethical and responsible AI innovation.

At Rice University, the Ken Kennedy Institute comprises over 250 renowned faculty and senior research members spanning multiple departments and schools. The Institute’s external partnerships in the computational sciences promote research and innovation across academia, industry, and the community, with notable collaborations with the Texas Medical Center, the city of Houston, several government agencies, foundations, industry, and academic institutions.

We are continually seeking out new opportunities for collaboration; email us today to learn more or get involved at kenkennedy@rice.edu.

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