By Matt Hazenbush, Director of Communications and Member Engagement Computing research continues to move quickly — and the questions facing the field are only growing in scope, complexity, and consequence. From new directions in AI and data systems to long-term challenges in infrastructure, security, and societal impact, identifying where the field should invest next remains a central task of the Computing Community Consortium (CCC). To support that work, CCC is now accepting nominations for new members of its Council. Why Serve on the CCC Council? For those familiar with CCC’s mission, the CCC Council is where much of the organization’s visioning work takes shape. Council members help surface emerging research […]

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The Computing Community Consortium (CCC) is accepting nominations for new Council members through February 13, 2026. Council members serve three-year terms helping shape computing research priorities, guide community initiatives, and inform federal agencies about emerging opportunities. The role involves monthly virtual meetings, three annual in-person meetings, and active participation in visioning activities and task forces. Self-nominations and colleague nominations are encouraged from researchers with strong records who want to influence the field's future direction.

CCC Council Nominations Are Open: Help Set the Next Research Agenda for Computing