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TTIC and Northwestern University are proud to host the 2025 Chicago Junior Theorists Workshop on Dec 8-9, 2025, spotlighting junior researchers across theoretical #computerscience. Learn more and register by Dec. 4: buff.ly/jbR6fvr
November 25, 2025 at 3:30 PM
TTIC and Northwestern University are proud to host the 2025 Chicago Junior Theorists Workshop on Dec 8-9, 2025, spotlighting junior researchers across theoretical #computerscience. Learn more and register by Dec. 4: buff.ly/jbR6fvr
Pursue a fully-funded and personalized PhD in #computerscience with world-class faculty as mentors, a 4:1 student-to-faculty ratio, and in the vibrant city of Chicago. Learn more and apply by Dec. 9 (NO FEE): buff.ly/Qw8njWB
November 24, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Pursue a fully-funded and personalized PhD in #computerscience with world-class faculty as mentors, a 4:1 student-to-faculty ratio, and in the vibrant city of Chicago. Learn more and apply by Dec. 9 (NO FEE): buff.ly/Qw8njWB
We've had an active last few months at TTIC. Catch up with the latest edition of our newsletter, "The Transcript," which is out now. Please feel free to grab a copy!
November 21, 2025 at 3:15 PM
We've had an active last few months at TTIC. Catch up with the latest edition of our newsletter, "The Transcript," which is out now. Please feel free to grab a copy!
Congratulations to Professor Nati Srebro, who has been named the new Lenore Blum Professor of Computer Science at TTIC. Read the full announcement: buff.ly/zt5ctx7
November 19, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Congratulations to Professor Nati Srebro, who has been named the new Lenore Blum Professor of Computer Science at TTIC. Read the full announcement: buff.ly/zt5ctx7
Chicago, home to TTIC, is also home to the famous Cloud Gate sculpture, also known as "The Bean," in the beautiful Millennium Park. TTIC students and faculty enjoy the beauty and amenities of #Chicago all year round: ttic.edu/student-life
November 17, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Chicago, home to TTIC, is also home to the famous Cloud Gate sculpture, also known as "The Bean," in the beautiful Millennium Park. TTIC students and faculty enjoy the beauty and amenities of #Chicago all year round: ttic.edu/student-life
Students enjoy a strong sense of community at TTIC, from collaborative research to game nights and downtown outings. Learn more about our PhD program in #computerscience and student life at TTIC: buff.ly/Qw8njWB
November 14, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Students enjoy a strong sense of community at TTIC, from collaborative research to game nights and downtown outings. Learn more about our PhD program in #computerscience and student life at TTIC: buff.ly/Qw8njWB
Wednesday, November 19th at 11am CT: TTIC's Young Researcher Seminar Series presents Yael Vinker of MIT CSAIL
@csail.mit.edu with a talk titled "Generative Models for Visual Communication." Please join us in Room 530, 5th floor.
@csail.mit.edu with a talk titled "Generative Models for Visual Communication." Please join us in Room 530, 5th floor.
November 13, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Wednesday, November 19th at 11am CT: TTIC's Young Researcher Seminar Series presents Yael Vinker of MIT CSAIL
@csail.mit.edu with a talk titled "Generative Models for Visual Communication." Please join us in Room 530, 5th floor.
@csail.mit.edu with a talk titled "Generative Models for Visual Communication." Please join us in Room 530, 5th floor.
Monday, November 17 at 11:30 am CT: TTIC Colloquium presents Kawin Ethayarajh of the University of Chicago with a talk titled "We Post-Train Models Like They’re People; Should We?" Please join us in Room 530, 5th floor.
November 12, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Monday, November 17 at 11:30 am CT: TTIC Colloquium presents Kawin Ethayarajh of the University of Chicago with a talk titled "We Post-Train Models Like They’re People; Should We?" Please join us in Room 530, 5th floor.
From our largest summer workshop program to new community partnerships and a record number of Ph.D. applicants, 2024–2025 was a milestone year for TTIC. Explore the highlights and achievements in our latest Annual Report: buff.ly/naObiot
November 11, 2025 at 5:08 PM
From our largest summer workshop program to new community partnerships and a record number of Ph.D. applicants, 2024–2025 was a milestone year for TTIC. Explore the highlights and achievements in our latest Annual Report: buff.ly/naObiot
Friday, November 14th at 11am CT: Research at TTIC presents Kaylene Stocking with a talk titled "Bridging robot and AI safety: vision-language-action models and beyond." Please join us in Room 530, 5th floor.
November 8, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Friday, November 14th at 11am CT: Research at TTIC presents Kaylene Stocking with a talk titled "Bridging robot and AI safety: vision-language-action models and beyond." Please join us in Room 530, 5th floor.
Autumn at TTIC means crisp air, colorful leaves, and the perfect walks around the @UChicago campus (where TTIC is located) between research sessions.🍂
November 7, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Autumn at TTIC means crisp air, colorful leaves, and the perfect walks around the @UChicago campus (where TTIC is located) between research sessions.🍂
We extend our sincere thanks to Aaron Hertzmann of Adobe Research for presenting “Can Computers Create Art?” as part of our Distinguished Lecture Series yesterday. His talk offered valuable perspectives on the intersection of art, creativity, and #AI.
November 6, 2025 at 3:51 PM
We extend our sincere thanks to Aaron Hertzmann of Adobe Research for presenting “Can Computers Create Art?” as part of our Distinguished Lecture Series yesterday. His talk offered valuable perspectives on the intersection of art, creativity, and #AI.
We extend our sincere thanks to Aaron Hertzmann of Adobe Research for presenting “Can Computers Create Art?” as part of our Distinguished Lecture Series yesterday. His talk offered valuable perspectives on the intersection of art, creativity, and artificial intelligence.
November 6, 2025 at 3:49 PM
We extend our sincere thanks to Aaron Hertzmann of Adobe Research for presenting “Can Computers Create Art?” as part of our Distinguished Lecture Series yesterday. His talk offered valuable perspectives on the intersection of art, creativity, and artificial intelligence.
Wednesday, November 12th at 10:30am: TTIC's Young Researcher Seminar Series presents Konstantinos Stavropoulos of the University of Texas with a talk titled "Efficient Learning Algorithms under (Heavy) Contamination." Please join us in Room 530, 5th floor.
November 5, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Wednesday, November 12th at 10:30am: TTIC's Young Researcher Seminar Series presents Konstantinos Stavropoulos of the University of Texas with a talk titled "Efficient Learning Algorithms under (Heavy) Contamination." Please join us in Room 530, 5th floor.
Congratulations to Prof. Matt Walter and his colleagues on receiving the 2026 AAAI Classic Paper Award for their influential 2011 paper on understanding natural language commands for robotic navigation and manipulation! Read more: buff.ly/0ct5Ns7
November 4, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Congratulations to Prof. Matt Walter and his colleagues on receiving the 2026 AAAI Classic Paper Award for their influential 2011 paper on understanding natural language commands for robotic navigation and manipulation! Read more: buff.ly/0ct5Ns7
Friday, November 7th at 11am CT: Research at TTIC presents Siddharth Prasad with a talk titled "Integer Programming and Combinatorial Markets." Please join us in Room 530, 5th floor.
November 3, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Friday, November 7th at 11am CT: Research at TTIC presents Siddharth Prasad with a talk titled "Integer Programming and Combinatorial Markets." Please join us in Room 530, 5th floor.
Seeking nominations for outstanding final-year PhD students & postdocs to present at the 2025 Chicago Junior Theorists Workshop (Dec 8–9, Northwestern & TTIC), exploring broad themes in theoretical #CS.
Details: buff.ly/yRrd7cO
Details: buff.ly/yRrd7cO
October 31, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Seeking nominations for outstanding final-year PhD students & postdocs to present at the 2025 Chicago Junior Theorists Workshop (Dec 8–9, Northwestern & TTIC), exploring broad themes in theoretical #CS.
Details: buff.ly/yRrd7cO
Details: buff.ly/yRrd7cO
Pursue a fully funded PhD in #computerscience at TTIC advancing #AI, #ML, #robotics, #NLP and more! Join our collaborative research community in Chicago and access the tools, mentorship, and support needed to thrive. Apply by Dec. 9 (NO FEE): ttic.edu/stuapp
October 28, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Pursue a fully funded PhD in #computerscience at TTIC advancing #AI, #ML, #robotics, #NLP and more! Join our collaborative research community in Chicago and access the tools, mentorship, and support needed to thrive. Apply by Dec. 9 (NO FEE): ttic.edu/stuapp
Friday, October 31st at 11am CT: Research at TTIC presents Stephen Wright of @WisconsinCS with a talk titled "Gradient-Based Methods for Bilevel Optimization." Please join us in Room 530, 5th floor.
October 27, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Friday, October 31st at 11am CT: Research at TTIC presents Stephen Wright of @WisconsinCS with a talk titled "Gradient-Based Methods for Bilevel Optimization." Please join us in Room 530, 5th floor.
Every Friday, TTIC hosts Research at TTIC talks showcasing innovative work from our faculty. Stay at the forefront of research in #AI, #speech, #computervision, #algorithms, #ML, #robotics, and more! Watch past talks on our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@ttic_connect
October 24, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Every Friday, TTIC hosts Research at TTIC talks showcasing innovative work from our faculty. Stay at the forefront of research in #AI, #speech, #computervision, #algorithms, #ML, #robotics, and more! Watch past talks on our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@ttic_connect
TTIC is hiring tenure-track faculty! Join a top #CS research environment with exceptional PhD students, strong research support, and a uniquely light teaching load. Apply by Dec 1: buff.ly/wv1sA0i
#CSJobs #FacultyHiring
#CSJobs #FacultyHiring
October 21, 2025 at 2:19 PM
TTIC is hiring tenure-track faculty! Join a top #CS research environment with exceptional PhD students, strong research support, and a uniquely light teaching load. Apply by Dec 1: buff.ly/wv1sA0i
#CSJobs #FacultyHiring
#CSJobs #FacultyHiring
Friday, October 24th at 11am CT: Research at TTIC presents Jeff Xu with a talk titled "Smooth Tradeoff for Tensor PCA via Sharp Matrix Bounds." Please join us in Room 530, 5th floor.
October 17, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Friday, October 24th at 11am CT: Research at TTIC presents Jeff Xu with a talk titled "Smooth Tradeoff for Tensor PCA via Sharp Matrix Bounds." Please join us in Room 530, 5th floor.
TTIC is hiring Research Assistant Professors in #ML, #Robotics, #Algorithms & more! 3-year, fully funded role — no teaching required, full research freedom, strong mentorship & collaborations. Join a top #CS research community in Chicago. Apply by Dec 1: buff.ly/wv1sA0i
October 17, 2025 at 3:32 PM
TTIC is hiring Research Assistant Professors in #ML, #Robotics, #Algorithms & more! 3-year, fully funded role — no teaching required, full research freedom, strong mentorship & collaborations. Join a top #CS research community in Chicago. Apply by Dec 1: buff.ly/wv1sA0i
Thank you to Hyde Park Academy IB juniors for visiting TTIC yesterday! Professors Avrim Blum and Greg Shakhnarovich presented research being conducted at TTIC, including work on Markov chains and generative models.
October 16, 2025 at 2:38 PM
Thank you to Hyde Park Academy IB juniors for visiting TTIC yesterday! Professors Avrim Blum and Greg Shakhnarovich presented research being conducted at TTIC, including work on Markov chains and generative models.
Wednesday, October 22nd at 11am CT: TTIC's Young Researcher Seminar Series presents Keyon Vafa (@keyonV) of @harvard_data with a talk titled "Evaluating the Implicit World Models of Generative Models." Please join us in Room 530, 5th floor.
October 15, 2025 at 5:13 PM
Wednesday, October 22nd at 11am CT: TTIC's Young Researcher Seminar Series presents Keyon Vafa (@keyonV) of @harvard_data with a talk titled "Evaluating the Implicit World Models of Generative Models." Please join us in Room 530, 5th floor.