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Machine learning is shifting from learning from data alone to learning from both data and teacher models. Beta-KD uses uncertainty-aware Bayesian weighting to train compact multimodal AI without blindly trusting every teacher signal.

NEC Laboratories America’s AI research played a role in NASA’s Artemis missions, helping analyze complex spacecraft data at scale. Our System Invariant Analysis Technology enables faster insights, improved anomaly detection, and greater confidence in mission readiness for deep space exploration.

AI interpretability has long been the focus, but what if it’s only part of the story? New research introduces model semantics, a framework for understanding what AI systems truly represent and how their internal structures connect to real-world phenomena.

NEC Laboratories America celebrates Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day by recognizing the women researchers, engineers, and interns whose work in artificial intelligence, optical networking, cybersecurity, and data science is helping shape the future of technology.

Our exciting internship opportunities for Summer 2026 are now available. We are looking for students pursuing advanced degrees in Computer Science and Electrical Engineering. Internships are typically 3 months long in duration. The benefits of working for us include the opportunity to quickly become part of a project team applying cutting-edge technology to industry-leading concepts.

On National Intern Day, NEC Laboratories America celebrates the bright minds shaping tomorrow’s technology. Each summer, interns from top universities work side-by-side with our researchers on real-world challenges in AI, cybersecurity, data science, and more. From groundbreaking research to team-building events, our interns contribute fresh ideas and bold thinking that power NEC’s innovation engine.

Chris White, President of NEC Laboratories America, reflects on the lab’s mission to build responsible, human-centered technology—from AI to streetscape innovation—that tackles real-world challenges. In recent keynotes and interviews, he’s emphasized the power of collaboration, the importance of designing AI as a tool that empowers (not replaces), and the discipline required to scale truly disruptive ideas. He’s also shared thoughts on using digital tools for sustainability, such as optimizing global water systems, and the need for cooperative decision-making in complex environments like supply chains. Through it all, he reminds us: real innovation isn’t about flashy tech—it’s about solving meaningful problems, at scale, with intention and integrity.

Learn about the amazing group of interns who joined us at Princeton and San Jose campuses this summer. Their hard work, fresh perspectives, and dedication have truly made an impact across the board, from cutting-edge research projects to innovative software development initiatives.

The development of Agentic LLMs for AI Orchestration represents a significant advancement in artificial intelligence. By seamlessly integrating computer vision, logic, and compute modules, our LLM is poised to revolutionize the way complex workflows are managed and executed. Supported by robust research and driven by innovative training methodologies, our agentic LLM sets a new standard in AI orchestration, offering unparalleled performance and adaptability.

NEC Laboratories Europe and NEC Laboratories America have developed MateriAI, an AI-based, material design platform that accelerates the development of new, environmentally friendly materials. The prototype platform was initially designed to overcome major hurdles in the creation of new synthetic, organic and bio-based polymers, such as rubber and plastics.

Sarper Ozharar was awarded an Achievement in Science and Technology Award from Koç University on their notable 30th anniversary.  As an alumnus of this esteemed institution, Sarper shared that this recognition is especially meaningful to him, marking a significant milestone in his professional journey.

While the previous generation of industrial progress brought us new capabilities, efficiencies, and even delight through digital transformation, we’re entering a new era of innovation, opportunity, and disruption: the Fourth Industrial Revolution. What is the Fourth Industrial Revolution?

Moore's law is dead, as we have squeezed all the innovation out of silicon. Fiber optics is the solution to meet the computing needs of tomorrow. Today, we can already use the light traveling inside fiber optic cables as sensors that measure vibrations, sound, temperature, light, and pressure changes. We're now developing the means to take this to the next level with photonic computing at the speed of light to provide faster reaction time, reduce energy consumption and improve battery range