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AI Lab @ JCU

Artificial Intelligence Research Lab

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Student Research Opportunities

Undergraduate Research & Independent Study

Undergraduate Research and Independent Study projects enable students to earn semester research credit while conducting faculty-mentored research in artificial intelligence, computer vision, robotics, extended reality, intelligent agents, and healthcare technologies.

Undergraduate Research & Independent Study Projects

Seasonal Research Credits

SemesterStudentProjectDescription
Fall 2025Griffin GuldenHide & Seek with Vision Models: Steganography in the Deep Learning EraThis project examines lightweight, vision-driven deep learning architectures to advance secure, image-based steganography.
  • Vision-Driven Architecture: Studies neural networks, U-Net structures, and hybrid Vision Transformers.
  • Vulnerability Mitigation: Moves beyond fragile Least Significant Bit embedding.
  • Encoders and Decoders: Designs an end-to-end system for hiding and retrieving secret messages.
  • Established LSB Baselines: Benchmarks classical LSB methods.
  • Practical Training Insights: Documents structural and computational challenges for future transformer-based work.
Spring 2025Ava BrunerNeuroSync: AI-Enhanced EEG for Sharper BrainDrone ControlThis NeuroPCA-RF optimization technique refines brain-wave processing to improve drone flight-control precision.
  • Optimized Signal Clarity: Isolates intentional brainwaves and filters background noise.
  • Precise Command Mapping: Maps distinct neural patterns to drone actions.
  • Unsupervised Feature Reduction: Compresses raw EEG streams into essential features.
  • Ensemble Supervised Learning: Improves classification speed.
  • Autonomous System Foundation: Provides a framework for assistive technologies and autonomous robotics.
  • IEEE-Backed Validation: Supported by peer-reviewed methods accepted and published by an IEEE conference.

Opportunities

Join Our Lab

Are you a passionate student or researcher looking to push the boundaries of AI? We are always looking for driven minds and forward-thinking partners to join our breakthrough projects.

How to Get Involved

Undergraduate Projects

Gain hands-on experience through:

  • Seasonal research credits.
  • Summer fellowships.
  • Enjoying your spare time.

Industry Partnerships

Collaborate with us on:

  • Applied AI research
  • Innovative technologies
  • Real-world industry challenges

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