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AI Innovation Lab

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Imagine a space where Cornell researchers, students, faculty, and staff come together to experiment with generative AI tools and solve their internal challenges -- every semester. This is the AI Innovation Lab.

At the GenAI Innovation Lab, we believe in the power of collaboration to tackle previously unsolvable challenges. Our projects focus on building AI Agents and Custom RAG Applications to push the boundaries of what's possible.

Our strength lies in responsibly harnessing GenAI together. Are you ready to be part of the future? Join us today!

🔹 Experiment. 🔹 Innovate. 🔹 Collaborate. 🔹 Solve.

  • Students

    Build, Innovate, and Learn

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    Are you eager to work on groundbreaking AI projects? The GenAI Innovation Lab provides a unique opportunity to push the boundaries of AI innovation.

    • Learn how to collaborate with university clients in a supportive, instructive setting
    • Solve real-world challenges faced at Cornell
    • Develop innovative, AI-driven solutions to complex situations that will have a lasting impact on Cornell

    How to get involved

    • CS MEng Students: Enroll in CS 5999 (Master of Engineering Project) Section 620. For more information, contact Renee Milligan.
    • InfoSci MPS Students: Contact Ayham Boucher or Sharlane S. Cleare.
    • Other MEng & MPS Programs: Stay tuned—more information is coming soon!
    • Office Hours: Tuesdays 4:30p - 7:30p at Gates 213
       

      Photo by Simon Wheeler

  • Staff

    Share Your Ideas, Find Support

    The AI Innovation Lab has worked with Facilities, Finance, Student Advising, and many more. Do you have a GenAI project idea that could enhance workflows or solve key challenges? We want to hear from you!

    Do you need inspiration? Watch some of these brief updates from the January 2025 Demo Days event.

    If you already have a project in mind, get in touch with us today.

    Join the Movement

    Whether you're new to GenAI or an experienced professional, there's a role for you in our talented team. Join us at any capacity that suits you. Contact Ayham Boucher for more information and to express your interest.

    AI Training

    The AI Innovation Lab will come to your department and train staff how to effectively use the AI tools available to you.  Contact Ayham Boucher for more information and to schedule a 90-minute session.

  • Faculty

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    Accelerate Your Research with GenAI

    The GenAI Innovation Lab is now collaborating with faculty members to integrate AI into cutting-edge research. 

    Do you need AI expertise? 

    Let's work together. Contact Ayham Boucher for training and consultation.

    Do you want to mentor AI-driven projects? 

    If you're a faculty member or researcher eager to help teams across campus solve problems using AI, we'd love to have you as an advisor or mentor. Contact Ayham Boucher

    Photo by Simon Wheeler

  • Upskill

    Improve your AI skills with these opportunities 

  • Contact

    For more information, contact AI Assistant Program Director Ayham Boucher.

Innovation Lab Events


AI Exploration Series 
(alternating Thursdays)

Starting Thursday, April 3, join AI Assistant Program Director Ayham Boucher for the debut of a bi-weekly series for Cornell students, faculty, and staff who want to know more about all things AI. Held over Zoom, the thirty minute workshop starts at 2pm ET.


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Wednesday, April 23
2-6pm (ET)
Duffield Hall Atrium 


Spring Demo Days - May 12

Location: Gates Hall G01
Poster session starts at 1:30pm ET
Presentations begin at 2pm ET (Seating is limited - reserve your spot today!)
Zoom: You can also join us over Zoom

 

 

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