Kahlert Applied Artificial Intelligence Institute

Kahlert Applied Artificial Intelligence Institute is sponsored by Kahlert Foundation. Establishes an institute at Utah Valley University to lead in applied and ethical AI education.

Applied AI Institute | Utah Valley University Welcome to the Kahlert Applied AI Institute at UVU Utah Valley University’s Applied Artificial Intelligence Institute (AI Institute) is a living laboratory for AI in higher education. We are paving the way for the integration of AI into education, workforce development, and community impact.

UVU is leading the way as a living laboratory for the application of artificial intelligence UVU’s Kahlert Applied AI Institute supports this work by advancing institutional capacity for AI integration through targeted faculty development & coordination, student academic support, and community impact & workforce readiness.

Our initiatives include: support for faculty in providing students with essential AI literacy and research opportunities, developing discipline-specific curricula aligned with workforce needs, serving as a central resource for campus AI initiatives, and sharing the knowledge we develop across Utah’s higher education system.

UVU Students Build $400 AI Device That Detects Knee Implant Infection Without Surgery Carter Wilkes, a Physics undergraduate at Utah Valley University, has developed DIFFRAX — a laser-and-AI diagnostic device that detects bacterial infection in knee implants without surgery. Built from repurposed 3D printer parts and off -the-shelf components for under $400, the device achieves 99.

2 percent accuracy in approximately five minutes, without a single incision. Working in UVU's CIBEAM lab under faculty advisor Dr. Vern Hart, Wilkes trained a neural network to identify bacterial biofi lm patterns invisible to the human eye.

The research was presented at the 32nd Annual Utah NASA Space Grant Consortium Fellowship Behavioral Science & AI Agents Conference AI Course Enhancement Workshop Workforce Alignment Conference Email Us to ADD YOUR AI EVENT TO THIS PAGE First Mondays at 1:00 p. m. & The AI Power Hour is a recurring event twice a month.

The Power Hour provides a space for the campus community to foster collaboration, break down silos, and explore the role of AI in education. Faculty and staff are invited to share their insights, voice their concerns, and suggest topics for future sessions. From guest speakers to hands-on workshops, the AI Power Hour provides a platform for the UVU community to shape the integration of AI into academics and operations.

Grant applications are closed for Fall. The AI Institute will accept Curriculum Integration Grants to support faculty in implementing artificial intelligence in their courses. The Kahlert Applied AI Institute is more than a research hub; it’s a catalyst for meaningful change across UVU and beyond.

Here are the core benefits: Enhancing Teaching and Learning Implement AI-powered solutions to improve educational outcomes. Preparing Students for the Workforce Equip students with the skills needed for AI driven industries. Supporting Faculty and Staff Development Provide resources and training to adapt to the rapidly changing technological landscape.

Positioning UVU as a Leader in AI Innovation Establish UVU as a model for integrating AI in higher education. Break down silos and connect disciplines to leverage AI’s potential. Use AI to streamline processes and increase efficiency.

Driving Community and Industry Impact Partner with local businesses and organizations to address real-world challenges.