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March 8, 2025, Filed Under: Projects

The global landscape of academic guidelines for generative AI and LLMs

Abstract: The integration of generative AI and large language models (LLMs) in academia enhances access and collaboration but also raises concerns about misinformation and academic integrity. Analyzing 80 academic guidelines, we recommend balanced approaches for their responsible use in education. The cover image is sourced from Pexels and is free… read more 

March 8, 2025, Filed Under: Projects

Built environment and public electric vehicle charging: an investigation using POI data and computer vision

Abstract: Public EV charging stations (EVCSs) are essential for EV adoption. This study analyzes Seoul’s public EV charging patterns in relation to the urban built environment. Built-environment data were collected from land-use maps, POI data, and panorama images, with computer vision extracting scene features. A spatiotemporal analysis revealed peak afternoon… read more 

January 16, 2025, Filed Under: News & Events

UIL had a great ride Waymo Robotaxi in Austin

Thank you to Waymo and ‘Max’ Chiyu Jiang for the Waymo ONE invitation code. The Urban Information Lab at The University of Texas at Austin had a fantastic experience with the Waymo Robo Taxi in Austin during its testing period on January 14, 2025. We took two test rides within… read more 

January 11, 2025, Filed Under: News & Events

UIL at The TRB Conference 2025

UIL members Seungjun Choi, Huihai Wang, Yiming Xu, and Tianyi Wang attended the 2025 TRB Conference and presented their latest research in the transportation field to other participants.

November 18, 2024, Filed Under: News & Events

UIL At UT Robotics Parade

October 25, 2024, Filed Under: News & Events

UIL Attended NSF Research Traineeship Annual Meeting 2024

October 18, 2024, Filed Under: Projects

Who owns Electric Vehicles (EVs)? The relationship between EV adoption and socio-demographic characteristics across different price segments and brands in the Texas triangle

Abstract: This study explores disparities in Electric Vehicle (EV) adoption across different socio-economic groups and geographic areas in Texas, focusing on the Texas Triangle (Austin, Houston, San Antonio, and Dallas-Fort Worth). Using EV registration data and hierarchical clustering, the research identified distinct adoption patterns. Tesla emerged as the dominant brand,… read more 

October 18, 2024, Filed Under: Projects

AI-FEED: Prototyping an AI-Powered Platform for the Food Charity Ecosystem

Abstract: This paper introduces AI-FEED, a web-based platform (ai-feed.ai) designed to tackle food and nutrition insecurity within the food charity ecosystem. Using AI and blockchain technology, AI-FEED improves access to nutritious food and optimizes resource allocation, aiming to reduce food waste and enhance community health. It was developed through stakeholder… read more 

October 15, 2024, Filed Under: News & Events

PhD positions starting in Fall 2025 are open

PhD Position in Artificial Intelligence and Urban Science (Fall 2025) The Urban Information Lab at The University of Texas at Austin is seeking two motivated students to pursue a PhD in Community and Regional Planning with a focus in Artificial Intelligence and Urban Science starting in Fall 2025. The successful… read more 

September 22, 2024, Filed Under: Uncategorized

Samikshya Gyanwali

Samikshya Gyanwali Masters in Community & Regional Planning; Urban Information Lab The University of Texas at Austin Email:  samikshya.gyanwali@utexas.edu I am a master’s student in Community and Regional Planning at the University of Texas at Austin with a background in Architecture, Social Work, and Rural Development. My interdisciplinary education enables… read more 

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