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Applied Artificial Intelligence Group (AAIG)


At Applied Artificial Intelligence Group (AAIG), we conduct research in a wide range of AI applications, including machine learning, natural language processing, and computer vision. Our team of experts works closely with government agencies, defense contractors, and other partners to develop innovative solutions that can be used to support a range of national security efforts. As members of the Florida Institute for National Security (FINS), we play a critical role in developing cutting-edge technologies that can enhance our nation’s security and protect against emerging threats.

Leadership


Faculty Member Damon L. Woodard, PhD

Damon L. Woodard, PhD

Founder, Director

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Faculty Member Ronald Wilson, PhD

Ronald Wilson, PhD

Co-Director, Research Assistant Professor, Project Lead and Mentor

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Members


Faculty Member Reiner Dizon-Paradis, PhD

Reiner Dizon-Paradis, PhD

Postdoctoral Research Associate

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Faculty Member Stephen Wormald

Stephen Wormald

PhD Candidate

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Faculty Member Princess Lyons

Princess Lyons

PhD Candidate

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Faculty Member Tianyu Bell Pan

Tianyu Bell Pan

PhD Candidate

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Faculty Member Alexa Cole

Alexa Cole

PhD Student

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Faculty Member Wavid Bowman

Wavid Bowman

PhD Student

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Faculty Member Matheus Kunzler Maldaner

Matheus Kunzler Maldaner

MS Student

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Volunteers


Faculty Member Kristian O’Connor

Kristian O’Connor

Undergraduate Student

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Faculty Member Rachel Pu

Rachel Pu

Undergraduate Student

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Faculty Member Erik Bloomquist

Erik Bloomquist

Undergraduate Student

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Faculty Member Saagar Patel

Saagar Patel

Undergraduate Student

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Faculty Member Tom Shal-bar

Tom Shal-bar

Undergraduate Student

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Faculty Member Ryan Froug

Ryan Froug

Undergraduate Student

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Faculty Member Braden Azis

Braden Azis

Undergraduate Student

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Alumni


Faculty Member Anushka Swarup, PhD

Anushka Swarup, PhD

PhD (2025)

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Faculty Member Mengdi Zhu, PhD

Mengdi Zhu, PhD

PhD (2025)

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Faculty Member Avanti Bhandarkar, PhD

Avanti Bhandarkar, PhD

PhD (2025)

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Faculty Member Olivia Dizon-Paradis, PhD

Olivia Dizon-Paradis, PhD

PhD (2024)

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Faculty Member Daniel Capecci

Daniel Capecci

MS (2024)

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Faculty Member Christopher Crump

Christopher Crump

MS (2024)

Faculty Member Mira (Esposito) Boncaldo

Mira (Esposito) Boncaldo

MS (2023)

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Faculty Member Connor McLoon

Connor McLoon

BS (2025)

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Faculty Member Kian Ambrose

Kian Ambrose

Undergraduate Student

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