"In research, IST contributes to developing state-of-the-art theories, empirical findings, computational pipelines, and interactive design in the core research areas of artificial intelligence and machine learning, data science, cybersecurity, education technology, health informatics, human-centered computing, and smart communities."
— Özlem Uzuner, department chair and professor of information sciences and technology
Invest the Future of the Information Sciences and Technology Program with a Donation
Your investment in George Mason's Information Sciences and Technology (IST) program helps drive our ambitious undergraduate and graduate programs and prepare our students to be tomorrow's leaders in technology, advancing fields from Al-supported emergency response to election security to neurodiversity-aware Al.
Your gift supports strategic priorities like cutting-edge Al research and financial aid for graduate students. It also enriches education beyond the classroom, from local projects that support Virginia's community to international conferences where students and faculty present their innovative research to the world.
By investing in IST, you are investing in the sustained growth of our BS program of over 2,000 students, our capstone program that continues to surpass our record enrollment, our expanding PhD program, and award-winning research.
To continue offering such transformative experiences, we need your support. Your contributions help fund these projects and ensure students have the resources they need to succeed. By investing in IST, you are investing in the next generation of technology leaders, and together, we can continue to make a significant impact on the future of all industries with technology solutions.