Computational Systems & Technology News Feed
USC Researcher Wins Prestigious Computing Award for Scientific Workflow Innovations
USC Viterbi Information Sciences Institute computer scientist Ewa Deelman, whose software has helped detect gravitational waves and map earthquake risks, has been honored with one of the field’s most prestigious awards.
California Semiconductor Workforce Data Reveals Major Gap Between Industry Projections and Reality
USC-led study challenges assumptions about technician demand as chip manufacturing expands, and demonstrates a shortage in engineers. This new system could be used to monitor workforce needs in real time for any industry.
D-Wave and the USC Bring Quantum Computing to LA Tech Week
Source: Business WireD-Wave and USC Viterbi School of Engineering’s Information Sciences Institute (ISI) host series of quantum-focused events
USC ISI Ignites Innovation at LA Tech Week 2025
From quantum breakthroughs to AI panels and a rooftop mixer, tech enthusiasts are invited to join free events in the heart of Silicon Beach during LA Tech Week, October 13-19, 2025
Rehan Kapadia Named Director of MOSIS 2.0
The leadership change comes as CA DREAMS' semiconductor fabrication service transitions to full-scale operations
Self-learning neural network cracks iconic black holes
An international team of astronomers, using a neural network trained on millions of synthetic black hole simulations and data from the Event Horizon Telescope, has uncovered new insights—including that the Milky Way’s central black hole is spinning near its maximum speed—thanks to advanced computational support from the University of Southern California’s Information Sciences Institute.
Edge AI at ISI: Bringing Intelligence Closer to the Action
ISI researchers are building edge AI that adapts, scales, and delivers.
Integrating SWAP and MMEC Technologies into MOSIS 2.0
Two new collaborations are driving the expansion of CA DREAMS’ engineering service to advance U.S. microelectronics prototyping
CA DREAMS welcomes AIT Taiwan Delegation
The visit represents a step toward strengthening U.S.-Taiwan ties in microelectronics innovation
Bridging Disciplines: The Power of Collaboration at ISI
ISI connects researchers across USC to ask better questions and build smarter solutions.