Sanmay Das has joined Virginia Tech as professor of computer science in the College of Engineering and associate director of artificial intelligence (AI) for social impact at the Sanghani Center for Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics .

Located at the university’s Innovation Campus , Das will be responsible for engaging local nonprofits, government, and industry to expand existing initiatives and foster new partnerships that share the essential goal of using AI for the good of society.

“We are excited for Sanmay to contribute to the research at the Innovation Campus and Sanghani Center,” said Lance Collins, vice president and executive director of the Innovation Campus. “His areas of focus, like the Sanghani Center, help advance AI for positive change, and I know he will make a great impact on our students and the community at large.”

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