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Welcome to the Center for Autonomy

The Center for Autonomy brings together several research groups that address fundamental challenges in developing autonomous systems through contributions in controls, machine learning, game theory, information theory, and formal methods. Its primary objective is to create a unified front in attracting the best researchers to UT Austin and empowering them to solve the pressing problems toward developing autonomous systems that can make a net positive impact.

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Robotics, AI and Programming: The Center for Autonomy Summer Research Internship Programs

Oct. 20, 2025
The Center for Autonomy at the Oden Institute for Computational Engineering and Sciences hosted four outreach programs for undergraduates over the summer. Over the course of the three eight-week programs, AEOP, Realtime Adaption REU and NASA's ULI, interns contributed to both software and hardware engineering tasks, supporting ground and legged platforms such as Clearpath Jackals, a Husky, and Unitree Go2 quadrupeds. Under the guidance of research mentor Dr. Christian Ellis and Ph.D. students, participants break down complex research objectives into achievable tasks, ultimately developing software to work seamlessly with real robotic systems.

The Future of Programming in the Age of Large Language Models, CCC Whitepaper Release

May 15, 2025
The CCC just released a new joint whitepaper with CRA-Industry, "The Future of Programming in the Age of Large Language Models." A collaborative effort of leading experts in academia and industry, this paper delves into the profound impact of large language models (LLMs) on the landscape of software development and computing education.
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Cyrus Neary Wins 2025 Oden Institute Outstanding Dissertation Award

April 29, 2025
The Oden Institute for Computational Engineering and Sciences has named Cyrus Neary the recipient of its 2025 Outstanding Dissertation Award. Neary, a former GRA with the Autonomous Systems Group, graduated with his Ph.D. in Computational Science, Engineering, and Mathematics in August 2024 and will return to Austin this May for the commencement ceremony. He is currently a postdoctoral researcher at Mila - The Quebec AI Institute, and he will join the University of British Columbia as an assistant professor in the fall of 2025, where he looks forward to continuing to advance his work at the intersection of machine learning, autonomy, and robotics.
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Local High School Students Gain Hands-On Experience Through Robotics Tour

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Center for Autonomy Inspires Undergraduates Through Research Experience Program

Outreach Events

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Learning Together: Del Valle Juniors and Seniors Visit UT

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Del Valle Outreach Visit

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Liberal Arts and Science Academy Visit