About the Institute

Welcome to the Ken Kennedy Institute. The Institute, established in 1987, is dedicated to solving critical global challenges with collaborative approaches that focus on innovations in artificial intelligence, data, and computing. The Ken Kennedy Institute is the virtual home of over two hundred faculty members and senior researchers at Rice University spanning computer science, mathematics, statistics, engineering, natural sciences, humanities, social sciences, business, architecture, and music. We develop academic, industry, and community partnerships in the computational sciences. We are continually seeking out new opportunities for collaboration and research, email us today to learn more at kenkennedy@rice.edu.

The Ken Kennedy Institute Impact

We enable new conversations that drive interdisciplinary research in artificial intelligence, data, and computing. We develop new technology that serves society and advances the current and future workforce. Our partnerships promote innovation and entrepreneurship across academia, industry, and the community.

Our Members are Renowned Researchers Moving the Needle in Innovation

We collaborate with various Institute's throughout Rice University.

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Core Values

We are dedicated to serving the needs of the Rice University community while uniting its support to create an impact for other communities.

For collective global impact, we unite interdisciplinary and multi-sector collaborations to create a pathway from vision to application.

We’re committed to solving problems by remaining forward-thinking. We impact the world in relevant and innovative ways through AI, data, and computing.

Our efforts are designed to have an enduring impact on climate change, energy, and healthcare to make the world a better place for generations.