Purdue Computes Experts

Purdue’s top experts provide insight for the broader Purdue community on topics including self-driving cars and human-AI interaction.

Saurabh Bagchi: ChatGPT and Cybersecurity

Saurabh Bagchi is a professor in the Elmore Family School of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Purdue University. In this video, he explains what ChatGPT is and how it will impact cybersecurity.

Aniket Bera: AI and Human Emotions
Aniket Bera is an associate professor of computer science in the College of Science. In this video, he explains how his lab is working to help AI comprehend human emotions.

Peter Bermel: Microelectronics Workforce
Peter Bermel is the Elmore Associate Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering. In this video, he explains how the United States can develop a workforce to establish itself as a global power in microelectronics.

Erica Carlson: Quantum Technology
Erica Carlson is a 150th Anniversary Professor of physics and astronomy in Purdue University’s College of Science. In this video, she explains how quantum technology has shaped our present and how it could impact our future. 

Javier Gomez-Lavin: Philosophy of AI
Javier Gomez-Lavin is an assistant professor of philosophy in the College of Liberal Arts. In this video, he explores the conversation surrounding the dangers of artificial intelligence. 

Sooyeon Jeong: Robot-Human Interaction
Sooyeon Jeong is an assistant professor in the Department of Computer Science at Purdue University. In this video, she explains how research in robot-human interaction can help make the lives of people easier.

Mark Lundstrom: Semiconductor Manufacturing
Mark Lundstrom is the Don and Carol Scifres Distinguished Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering and the chief semiconductor officer. In this video, he explains why establishing chip manufacturing in the United States is important and the challenges that face the industry, universities, and the government.

JP Messina: Pause on AI?
JP Messina is an assistant professor of philosophy in the College of Liberal Arts. In this video, he discusses the potential dangers of artificial intelligence and how a pause on AI development could create a false sense of security. 

Vijay Raghunathan: CHIPS Act
Vijay Raghunathan is a professor of electrical and computer engineering. In this video, he explains what the CHIPS Act is and what it means for America. 

Kaylyn Schiff: Deepfakes in Politics
Kaylyn Jackson Schiff is an assistant professor in the Department of Political Science and Co-Director of the Governance and Responsible AI Lab at Purdue University. In this video, she explains what the liars dividend is and how public figures might use the rising threat of misinformation to their advantage. 

Greg Shaver: Self-Driving Cars
Greg Shaver is a professor of mechanical engineering and director of the Ray W. Herrick Laboratories in the College of Engineering. In this video, he explains what is currently possible with automatic driving technology and why people should be excited about the future.