AI and XR Studio
Goals
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Extended reality (XR) present new possibilities to create novel solutions to unique problems. Approaching these problems, ethically and humanistically is key to the advance of any technologies. Together, we will:
- Understand how AI and XR can enhance education and research.
- Investigate how AI and XR can strengthen communities.
- Explore AI and XR’s influence on pathways for underserved and underrepresented groups.
Issues Involved or Addressed
- Experiential learning in AI and XR
- Immersive experiences in AI and XR
- Accessibility and inclusivity in AI and XR
- Emerging technologies
- Communities of practice in AI and XR
- Creation and dissemination of resources and research
- Qualitative analysis
Methods and Tech
- Multi-Modal GenAI (ChatGPT, Firefly, Runway.ml)
- Large Language Models (LLMs) and Vector Databases (RAG)
- Web Programming (React, API)
- Digital Twinning and Volumetric capture (photogrammetry, lidar, structured light)
- 3D Modeling and GameDev (Blender, Unreal Engine 5, Solidworks, Fusion 360, Rhino)
- Video Editing (Adobe Premiere, GenAI)
- Graphic Design (Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe XD, GenAI)
- Storytelling, user experience, and digitally enhanced ethnographic narratives
Academic Majors of Interest
Though open to all majors, we are most interested in students majoring in:
- Computer and Information Sciences
- Design
- Digital Arts
- Engineering
- Health Sciences
- Humanities
- Retailing & Consumer Science
Preferred Interests and Preparation
Skills:
- Generative AI (GenAI)
- Large Langauge Models (LLMs)
- Generative Pre-trained Transformer (GPT)
- Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG)
- Application Programming Interface (API)
- Augmented Reality | Snap
- Digital Twinning | Volumetric Scanning | 3D Scanning (Lidar, structured light, time of flight), Photogrammetry
- Film & Television | Video and audio editing, 360 Video
- 3D Modeling | Blender, Unreal Engine, Solidworks, Fusion 360, Rhino
- Mobile App Development | iOS and Android platforms
- Game Development | Unity and Unreal
- Web Development | Java, database, HTML
Attributes:
- Total commitment to team cohesion
- Organized
- Independent
- Willingness to learn
- Motivated
- Interest in digital storytelling
- Interest in mentoring others
Application Process
To express interest in this team, please complete the VIP Interest Form and select "AI and XR Studio."