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AI Research That Works – In the Field, Not Just the Lab
NMSU researchers are applying artificial intelligence and machine learning to the problems that define life in the Southwest: water scarcity, agricultural productivity, energy reliability, cybersecurity threats, and more. IAAM coordinates and amplifies that work — connecting researchers across colleges, disciplines, and institutions.
Explore NMSU AI Research
Whether you’re a faculty member looking to connect with collaborators, an industry partner looking for research expertise, or a student looking to get involved in cutting-edge AI work, you’re in the right place.
Featured Projects
Predictive Soil Mapping
NMSU researchers are building predictive soil maps that use machine learning to turn half a million soil observations from across the U.S. into accurate, high-resolution data. The result: better understanding of ecology, erosion, water movement, and weather patterns — and more informed land management decisions for farmers, ranchers, and policymakers across New Mexico and beyond.
Precision Ranching
NMSU researchers are creating and applying AI to transform ranching across New Mexico’s arid landscapes. By predicting grazing behavior and calving events with real-time data — through virtual fencing and connected sensors — NMSU has monitored livestock and rangeland across more than one million acres of arid and semiarid land.
Advancing AI Itself
NMSU isn’t just applying AI to solve problems — we’re working to make AI better. NMSU researchers are developing more accurate and efficient machine learning models while building tools to evaluate AI performance. A key focus: detecting and mitigating false intelligence, so AI systems can be trusted to deliver reliable results.
Find an Expert for Your Question
Beyond these featured projects, 96 NMSU researchers across every college are applying AI and machine learning in their fields. The IAAM AI Research Directory lets you browse by application area or contact us directly for a personal introduction.
- Browse 96 researchers organized by application area
- Connect directly with researchers by email
- See positions, departments, and project links
- Request a personal introduction when you need help finding the right fit
By the Numbers
96
AI researchers contributing to the directory
9 application areas
Every NMSU college represented
Where We Apply AI
Our researchers work across the application domains where AI and machine learning create real impact for New Mexico and the Southwest.
Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources
AI for crops, livestock, food systems, wildlife, and the land-grant mission.
Healthcare and Biomedical AI
Machine learning for clinical care, biomedical research, and human movement.
Energy, Water, and Environment
AI for energy systems, water resources, climate, and environmental modeling.
Education and Learning
AI in K-12 and higher education, instructional design, and AI literacy.
Business, Finance, and Operations
AI in accounting, finance, hospitality, and organizational operations.
Manufacturing and Industrial Automation
AI for advanced manufacturing, materials, and aerospace.
Cybersecurity and Critical Infrastructure
AI safety, security, privacy, and infrastructure protection.
Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
AI applied to cultural heritage, sociology, and public policy.
Foundational AI and Computer Science
Core AI research in machine learning, knowledge representation, and planning.
Part of New Mexico’s Statewide AI Network
IAAM is part of the New Mexico Artificial Intelligence Consortium (NMAIC), connecting AI research and expertise across higher education institutions in the state. When the answer is not at NMSU, our network helps find it.
Get Involved
Two ways to connect with IAAM.
NMSU Researcher?
Add your profile to the AI Research Directory and connect with collaborators, students, and partners across the state.
Looking to Partner?
Tell us about your AI challenge or opportunity. We will connect you with the right NMSU expert.