Megan Wright

Navigating the AI Agent Frontier: Opportunities and Risks

Artificial intelligence is on the brink of a major breakthrough with the rise of AI agents—autonomous systems that can sense their environment, make decisions, and act independently to achieve specific goals. As we move into 2027, experts predict that many

Tackling AI Bias: A Call for Civil Rights Oversight in Federal Agencies

As artificial intelligence becomes more integrated into key decision-making processes, concerns over algorithmic bias have come to the forefront. AI systems are increasingly relied upon in areas such as job applications, healthcare, education, and even mortgage qualifications, where the consequences

From Classrooms to Courtrooms: How AI is Reshaping Legal Education

Artificial intelligence is reshaping the legal landscape, prompting law schools to adapt their curricula and policies to prepare students for the future. According to a recent survey by the American Bar Association (ABA), fifty-five percent of law schools already offer

Innovating Public Transit with Autonomous Electric Shuttles

Across the U.S., autonomous shuttles are quietly making their way into transit systems, promising a new era of mobility. Several states, including Michigan, California, and Florida, are leading the charge with pilot projects that integrate small, electric, autonomous vehicles into

Advancing Astronomical Sciences: New AI Institutes Launched

In an exciting development for the field of astronomy, the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the Simons Foundation have announced co-funding for two pioneering AI research institutes dedicated to astronomical sciences. This initiative aims to enhance our understanding of vast