Research that Makes a Difference
Wilder School faculty members are at the cutting-edge of wide variety of research, from criminal justice to public policy to social equity and beyond. Below is a snapshot of the work being done by our faculty, with a focus on research related to AI, social media, and technology.
Belief in AI as a ‘Great Machine’ could weaken national security crisis responses
The Wilder School’s Christopher Whyte investigates how emergency management and homeland security professionals react when faced with an AI threat.
The cost of computing: Public perceptions of data center growth
Findings from the Wilder School Commonwealth Poll show mixed opinions about data centers in Virginia, with 46 percent supporting growth and 39 percent in opposition.
Lunch and learn: The AI revolution and the future of work
This session explores how artificial intelligence may impact the future and the profound implications for the future of work with Luísa Nazareno, Ph.D., assistant professor at the Wilder School.
With court ruling near, the potential TikTok ban’s wide-ranging implications come into focus
The Wilder School's Dr. Will Pelfrey says the evolving dynamic of a national security threat may further outweigh freedom of speech and commerce.