Research
Below please find an index of news and awards that recognize Microsoft researchers’ contribution to scientific research and commitment to advancing computer science.
Editing code often involves a series of small but necessary changes ranging from refactors to fixes to cleanup and edge-case handling. In February, we launched next edit suggestions (NES), a custom Copilot (opens in new tab) model that…
In VS Code, GitHub Copilot Chat can access hundreds of tools through the Model Context Protocol (MCP) that range from codebase analysis tools to Azure-specific utilities. But giving an agent too many tools doesn’t always make it…
The future of technology and disability The afternoon started with a presentation by Dr Cecily Morrison, Senior Principal Researcher Manager, Microsoft Research Cambridge. Dr Morrison leads a diverse team to ensure technological solutions are inclusive. She…
Dream engineering has been named the most powerful idea of the 21st century so far by BBC Science Focus (opens in new tab) experts, marking a profound shift in how science understands dreaming. Once considered subjective and…
AI is transforming conservation in ways that were out of reach just a few years ago. The biodiversity crisis spans continents and species, so our tools must be open, adaptable, and collaborative—able to move from…
Around the world, the dangers of extreme weather are a daily reality. In 2024, extreme weather displaced or disrupted the lives of more than 800,000 (opens in new tab) people worldwide —a reminder that accurate, timely forecasts aren’t just about data; they’re about people. From farmers deciding when to plant to coastal…
AI tools can perform poorly in non-Western languages and lack critical cultural context for many populations. Project Gecko uses small language models to bring vital expertise to farmers in underserved areas using local languages and…
The AI Economy Institute, Microsoft’s flagship think tank released its AI Diffusion Report, offering comprehensive view of where artificial intelligence is being used, developed, and built globally. The report provides country-level estimates of AI adoption, insights…
In northern central Colombia, Middle Magdalena Valley (MMV) is home to some of the world’s most remarkable biodiversity. Stretching between the central and eastern Andes mountains, this valley is crucial to the health of our…
If we can put astronauts on the moon, conservationists shouldn’t have to hike miles through dense forests to change the batteries on cameras, says Juan M. Lavista Ferres, chief data scientist at the AI for…