http://www.sei.cmu.edu/feeds/technical_papers/latest/rss/Updates on changes and additions to CMU Software Engineering Institute technical papers.en-usTue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400https://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/an-llm-evaluation-framework-for-high-stakes-ai/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updatesThis podcast presents the Evaluation Large Language Models library, which turns evaluation from an ad-hoc process into a repeatable, extensible framework.Violet Turri, Katherine-Marie RobinsonTue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400https://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/an-llm-evaluation-framework-for-high-stakes-ai/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updateshttps://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/a-pointer-ownership-model-for-c-inspired-by-rust/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updatesIn this paper, the authors present a new temporal memory safety model for C source code. This work was presented at the 7th ACM SIGPLAN Conference on Programming Language Design and Implementation (PLDI 2026).David Svoboda, William Klieber, Lori Flynn, Ruben Martins, Jeff HoskinsonThu, 11 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400https://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/a-pointer-ownership-model-for-c-inspired-by-rust/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updatesRustStatic Analysishttps://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/new-maturity-model-helps-organizations-scale-ai-sei-bulletin/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updatesThis SEI Bulletin newsletter was published on June 10, 2026.Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400https://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/new-maturity-model-helps-organizations-scale-ai-sei-bulletin/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updateshttps://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/rethinking-and-maturing-ai-adoption-slides/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updatesExperts from the CMU SEI and Accenture share technical insights and lessons learned from maturing AI adoption in complex environments.Anita Carleton, Ipek Ozkaya, John HallerTue, 09 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400https://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/rethinking-and-maturing-ai-adoption-slides/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updateshttps://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/rethinking-and-maturing-ai-adoption/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updatesExperts from the CMU SEI and Accenture share technical insights and lessons learned from maturing AI adoption in complex environments.Anita Carleton, Ipek Ozkaya, John HallerTue, 09 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400https://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/rethinking-and-maturing-ai-adoption/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updatesAI for MissionArtificial IntelligenceArtificial Intelligence Engineeringhttps://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/ai-adoption-maturity-model/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updatesDeveloped by the SEI in collaboration with Accenture, the AI Adoption Maturity Model enables organizations to create an assessment-based roadmap for successful AI adoption.Mon, 08 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400https://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/ai-adoption-maturity-model/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updatesAI Engineering and Machine LearningArtificial IntelligenceArtificial Intelligence EngineeringGenerative AIMachine Learninghttps://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/protecting-ai-systems-against-data-poisoning/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updatesThis podcast explores the growing threat of data poisoning in AI systems and highlights emerging mitigation strategies, including chain-of-custody controls.James Cunningham, Julie LawlerFri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 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achievements in developing high-quality software-dependent systems.Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400https://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/watts-s-humphrey-software-quality-award-recipients/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updatesProcess ImprovementSoftware Engineering Research and DevelopmentSoftware Qualityhttps://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/guide-to-the-sei-partner-network/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updatesThis guide describes the SEI Partner Network and service licenses that are available, the benefits of being a Partner, and how to carry out your work as an SEI Partner.Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400https://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/guide-to-the-sei-partner-network/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updateshttps://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/digital-engineering-to-improve-the-quality-of-a-capability-needs-statement/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updatesThis paper describes how an acquisition program on the Software Pathway can elaborate its software Capability Needs Statement using Model-Based System Engineering principles.Alfred SchenkerTue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400https://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/digital-engineering-to-improve-the-quality-of-a-capability-needs-statement/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updatesAcquisition TransformationModel-Based Systems Engineeringhttps://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/integrating-cyber-threat-intelligence-into-cyber-mission-rehearsals/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updatesThis report provides a comprehensive overview of how to integrate cyber threat intelligence into cybersecurity mission rehearsals, focusing on planning, assessment, and evaluation.M. Colleen Warren, Dustin Updyke, John YargerMon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400https://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/integrating-cyber-threat-intelligence-into-cyber-mission-rehearsals/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updatesCyber Workforce DevelopmentDigital Intelligence and InvestigationPerformance and DependabilityProcess Improvementhttps://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/managing-architectural-risk-during-agile-development-sei-bulletin/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updatesThis SEI Bulletin newsletter was published on May 28, 2026.Fri, 29 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400https://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/managing-architectural-risk-during-agile-development-sei-bulletin/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updateshttps://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/dod-work-sponsor-user-guide/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updatesThe SEI is operated and managed by Carnegie Mellon University as a Federally Funded Research & Development Center. Sponsors fund the SEI's R&D efforts via this contract, which is administered by the Air Force Life Cycle Management CenterTue, 26 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400https://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/dod-work-sponsor-user-guide/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updateshttps://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/non-dod-work-sponsor-user-guide/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updatesThe SEI is operated and managed by Carnegie Mellon University as a Federally Funded Research & Development Center. Sponsors fund the SEI's R&D efforts via this contract, which is administered by the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center.Tue, 26 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400https://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/non-dod-work-sponsor-user-guide/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updateshttps://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/ai-native-software-engineering-enduring-principles-new-pace/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updatesIn this webcast, SEI researchers discuss observations and lessons from their application of AI-native software engineering and the study of its use across multiple projects.Scott Sinclair, James Ivers, Mario BenitezThu, 21 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400https://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/ai-native-software-engineering-enduring-principles-new-pace/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updatesAI-Augmented Software EngineeringSoftware Architecturehttps://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/software-acquisition-go-bag-pack-light-measure-right/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updatesIn this webcast, SEI researchers discuss the why, what, and how behind metrics that will enable your team to move from “just collecting data” to using metrics that enable better decision making, improve program outcomes, and deliver mission value.Eileen Wrubel, Julie Cohen, Christina Rhylander, Aaron ReffettMon, 18 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400https://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/software-acquisition-go-bag-pack-light-measure-right/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updatesAcquisition TransformationMeasurement and Analysishttps://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/the-elm-library-an-llm-evaluation-toolset-sei-bulletin/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updatesThis SEI Bulletin newsletter was published on May 13, 2026.Wed, 13 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400https://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/the-elm-library-an-llm-evaluation-toolset-sei-bulletin/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updateshttps://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/architecture-tradeoff-analysis-method-atam/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updatesThis information sheet describes the Architecture Tradeoff Analysis Method® (ATAM®).Mon, 11 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400https://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/architecture-tradeoff-analysis-method-atam/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updatesSoftware Architecturehttps://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/cert-tech-tips/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updatesPublished between 1997 and 2006, CERT Tech Tips helped organizations and individuals navigate security concerns and provided answers to frequently asked questions.Wed, 06 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400https://www.sei.cmu.edu/library/cert-tech-tips/?utm_source=technical+papers&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my_site_updatesCERT/CC VulnerabilitiesCERT/CCCybersecuritySecurity VulnerabilitiesSituational Awareness