Recognizing breakthrough university research advancing the future of technology through deep academic collaboration. Intel’s 2025 Outstanding Researcher Awards (ORAs) recognize academic leaders whose breakthroughs are shaping what’s next, from foundational science to real-world impact. The annual program spotlights exceptional work from Intel-sponsored university research, advancing Intel’s mission to create world-changing technology that enriches the lives of every person on Earth. Led by Intel’s Corporate Research Council, the ORAs drive collaboration with top universities, research centers, and ecosystem partners. The winners of Intel’s 2025 Outstanding Researcher Awards are: John Fowler / Arizona State University AI Assisted Digital Twins for Supply Chain Creating and implementing supply chain digital twins continues to be expensive and time-consuming. This research utilized generative AI and reinforcement learning methods to automate simulation development, validation, and enhancement processes.…