The University of Utah has appointed Manish Parashar as its first chief artificial intelligence officer, marking a crucial step in the school’s AI ambitions. Parashar, an award-winning computer scientist, will lead various AI initiatives, research, and collaboration efforts at the university. University President Taylor Randall emphasized the importance of AI in the school’s future and expressed confidence in Parashar’s leadership.
Under Parashar’s direction, the university has launched the Responsible AI Initiative (One-U RAI) with a $100 million investment to support AI research in key areas including the environment, healthcare, and education. The initiative aims to engage academia, government, industry, and the community in the responsible development and use of AI. Parashar’s experience at the National Science Foundation and the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy positions him to navigate the university through the rapidly evolving AI landscape.
The appointment comes at a time when U.S. leaders are prioritizing global AI competition, with initiatives like President Donald Trump’s Stargate aiming to maintain America’s leadership in AI technology. Both sides of the aisle recognize the importance of staying ahead in the AI race to secure the country’s future in technology.
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