Old Dominion University Selected for AI Projects for Scientific Discoveries

Old Dominion University researchers have achieved significant success by being selected for two separate projects to advance artificial intelligence in scientific discoveries under the U.S. Department of Energy's Genesis Mission.

Genesis Mission and New Projects

Old Dominion University researchers have been selected with two projects for the Genesis Mission, conducted by the U.S. Department of Energy, which aims to build the world's most powerful integrated scientific discovery platform.

Through these projects, the university will work alongside national laboratory partners to develop technologies aimed at helping scientists operate complex research facilities more efficiently.

Digital Twin for Particle Accelerators

Led by Dr. Monika Yadav, assistant professor of physics and faculty member at the School of Data Science, the first project aims to create a virtual model of particle accelerators using AI for more efficient use.

Thanks to this digital twin to be created, scientists will have the opportunity to test equipment adjustments in a virtual environment before applying them in the physical world.

Cybersecurity and Data Integrity

The second project, led by Prof. Dr. Jiang Li from the Batten College of Engineering and Technology, aims to enhance security in AI-driven research.

Within the scope of the project, security measures are being developed to detect cyberattacks and manipulated data at an early stage by combining them with the laws of physics.

The University's Scientific Role

Dr. Kenneth J. Fridley, Vice President for Research and Economic Development at Old Dominion University, stated that this recognition reflects the university's role in solving the nation's most ambitious scientific challenges.

Additionally, the university supports nationwide collaborative efforts by contributing to the STRATOS project led by the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa campus.