05/20/2026NSF funds Louisiana Tech AI research designed to prevent critical system failurestruetrueLouisiana Tech University’s Dr. Abdur Rahman received a two-year, $185,000 National Science Foundation (NSF) award to develop artificial intelligence systems that can identify problems in critical infrastructure such as power grids, water networks, manufacturing facilities, and transportation systems. The award marks an early research milestone for Rahman, who is completing his first year as assistant professor in the College of Engineering and Science (COES) Industrial Engineering program.Abdur RahmanEngineering and ScienceFaculty/StaffResearch