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David Lockett
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Father, Ph.D Data Science Candidate, Researcher, Congressionally Accommodated Educator, Co-Principal Investigator, Advancing AI and CS Policy
New highlights this year — Partner Showcase and Graduate Student Workshop — and the chance to explore the cutting-edge impact of AI in astronomy, CS, edu, law, and beyond. Excited to work alongside national leaders shaping the future of AI research and development.

#NSFfunded
October 22, 2025 at 12:25 AM
The Summit for AI Institutes Leadership is here — and it’s still on despite the govt. shutdown! This annual hybrid event brings together researchers and partners from the 29 AI Institutes to share innovations, connect, & collaborate on advancing AI research across sectors. #NSFfunded
October 22, 2025 at 12:24 AM
Attending POLITICO’s 2025 AI & Tech Summit was an energizing experience.The discussions spanned critical topics—from the evolving landscape of AI policy to groundbreaking technologies transforming industries.

Sen. Ted Cruz
Sen. Amy Klobuchar
Sriram Krishnan Senior White House Policy Advisor on AI
October 3, 2025 at 5:44 PM
Excited to experience the future of space exploration at NEXPLORE 2040 🚀—a 3-day summit where industry leaders, innovators, and visionaries unite for keynotes, panels, demos, and hands-on sessions that will shape the next era of space technology.
September 9, 2025 at 11:14 PM
Thrilled to be attending #CSTA2025. Can’t wait to dive into inspiring sessions, network with fellow CS educators and data scientists, and discover fresh strategies to spark student curiosity. Let’s shape the future of computer science together! 💻
July 8, 2025 at 9:54 PM
Looking to connect with peers in research computing and data? The 2025 #NSFfunded Virtual Residency Workshop brings together #highered professionals from across the country for hands-on learning and networking. Join us online June 23–27!

Register at www.oscer.ou.edu/virtualresid...
June 25, 2025 at 9:21 PM
Great meeting Edward Lee from AFOSR! Excited to work together on new DoD programs to boost STEM opportunities for HBCU and MSI students. #AFOSRSTEM #DEPSCoR
June 12, 2025 at 11:07 PM
Thank you to the #NSFfunded MS-CC planning team for organizing an outstanding conference that brought together leaders and innovators from HBCU, TCU, and MSI communities. Your hard work and dedication made this event inspiring and impactful for advancing cyberinfrastructure and research.
June 11, 2025 at 11:26 PM
Curiosity at its finest! Watching Jalen explore, create, discover, and learn something new every day. Here's to making, exploring, and seeing the world.
#ToddlerLife
June 11, 2025 at 9:13 PM
Microsoft showcased demos in Al for Science Discovery as well as the Majorana 1, the world’s first quantum processor powered by topological qubits at the Computing Futures Showcase.
May 15, 2025 at 9:50 PM
🚀 Excited to attend the 2025 NASA MUREP Precollege Summer Institute (PSI) Kickoff & Cohort Meeting! Looking forward to connecting with inspiring students, educators, and NASA leaders as we spark bold STEM futures together.
May 1, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Congratulations to STEM entrepreneur and former NASA rocket scientist Aisha Bowe, as well as the entire NS-31 crew, for breaking barriers and inspiring future generations. Blue Origin’s New Shepard NS-31 mission successfully launched the first all-female crew.
April 14, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Supporting emerging researchers means investing in the future of STEM. Proud to be part of #ERN2025 and stand with those breaking barriers and leading innovation globally in STEM. #AAAS
April 7, 2025 at 12:24 AM
Generative AI seems to be everywhere in sporting events.

IBM Watsonx is transforming sports with AI!
March 26, 2025 at 8:27 PM
Incredible session learning about the PSYONIC Ability Hand at SXSW! This AI-powered bionic arm is revolutionizing prosthetics with touch sensing capabilities.

The Ability Hand exemplifies the future of bionics—merging AI, robotics, and design to empower users both physically & emotionally.
March 18, 2025 at 7:54 PM
The Future of Social with Bluesky CEO Jay Graber.

#SXSW
March 10, 2025 at 7:03 PM
NASA JPL’s Open Source Build-It-Yourself Rover
Learn to build robots: Build your very own Mars rover at home!

jplopensourcerover.com#!/home

#SXSW
March 9, 2025 at 7:56 PM
Insightful AI keynote session with U.S. Senator Mike Rounds, co-chair of the Senate AI Caucus, at SXSW.

Senator Rounds introduced a bipartisan legislative package to advance AI innovation and regulation.
March 9, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Our team is energized and excited to learn about new AI tools at the inaugural NAIRR Pilot Annual Meeting—a gathering of researchers, educators, innovators, and partners of the National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource (NAIRR) Pilot.
February 21, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Excited to connect with Amber Jones (Amber Sparks Education), at the Identifying AI Priorities Workshop.
February 12, 2025 at 1:03 AM
Excited to connect with Dan Schneider at the Identifying AI Priorities Workshop! Dan is a Principal Curriculum Content Developer at Code.org.
February 12, 2025 at 1:03 AM
What an honor connecting with Christina Gardner-McCune (AI4K12 Co-Chair), University of Florida at the Identifying AI Priorities Workshop.
February 12, 2025 at 1:02 AM
What an honor connecting with Dave Touretzky, Carnegie Mellon University at the Identifying AI Priorities Workshop.

Dr. Touretzky’s research focuses on teaching artificial intelligence in K-12. He is the founder and chair of AI4K12.org.
February 12, 2025 at 1:02 AM
CSTA and AI4K12 recently organized a workshop to identify AI priorities for K-12 education. The event brought together a diverse group of stakeholders in K-12 AI education, including educators, researchers, curriculum developers, PD providers, and representatives from state education departments.
February 12, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Kicking off Day 2 of Identifying AI Priorities for All K-12 Students.

• Updates to the AI4K12 Guidelines
• Brainstorming a research agenda for K-12 AI education
February 8, 2025 at 2:26 PM