Jason Mars

Jason O. Mars is an accomplished American computer scientist, author, and entrepreneur, currently serving as an Honorary Associate Professor at the University of Moratuwa in Sri Lanka. He is also a Professor of Computer Science at the University of Michigan, where he leads the Clarity Lab, focusing on artificial intelligence and large-scale computing systems.

Academic Background

• PhD in Computer Science: University of Virginia (2012)
• BS in Computer Science: University of Pittsburgh

Professional Experience

• University of Michigan: Mars has been a faculty member since 2013, transitioning from Assistant to Associate Professor. He is recognized for his contributions to computer architecture and AI, particularly in developing conversational AI technologies.
• University of Moratuwa: Appointed as an Honorary Associate Professor in 2023, he collaborates on various academic initiatives.
• Entrepreneurial Ventures: Mars is the founder and president of Jaseci Labs, which focuses on leveraging open-source innovations in AI. He has co-founded several companies, including Myca.ai and ZeroShotBot, which aim to deliver advanced AI solutions across various sectors.

Notable Contributions

• Developed Jaseci, a novel technology stack for AI applications, and its associated programming language, Jac.
• Authored the bestselling book Breaking Bots: Inventing a New Voice in the AI Revolution, which discusses his insights into AI's evolution and future potential.

Awards and Recognition

• Received accolades such as the CARAH Vanguard Award for technological impact and was named one of Bank Innovations' Most Innovative CEOs in Banking.

Personal Life

Mars met his wife, Professor Lingjia Tang, during his studies at UVA. They have collaborated on various research projects throughout their careers.

His work straddles the intersection of technology and entrepreneurship, aiming to create significant global impacts through innovative AI solutions.1234