Texas A&M University Develops Machine Learning System for Power Outage Risks

College Station, Texas, August 15, 2025

News Summary

Researchers at Texas A&M University’s Urban Resilience AI Lab have created the Power System Vulnerability Index, a machine learning system that identifies regions at risk for power outages across the United States. Analyzing 179 million data points, the research highlights vulnerable areas, particularly on the West Coast, East Coast, Gulf of Mexico, and Great Lakes. Additionally, Texas A&M shows significant advancements in college football recruiting for the 2027 class, securing commitments from top prospects.

College Station, Texas – Researchers at Texas A&M University’s Urban Resilience AI Lab have developed an advanced machine learning system capable of identifying areas at high risk for power outages. The system, termed the Power System Vulnerability Index, evaluates hotspots and displays trends in annual power outage rates across the United States.

The study utilized an extensive dataset comprising 179 million data points, which were meticulously categorized by time and location. The research team analyzed data sourced from Oak Ridge National Laboratory, focusing on the effects of weather events on power outages that occurred over the past decade. The findings demonstrate a heightened vulnerability to outages in multiple regions, particularly the West Coast, East Coast, Gulf of Mexico, and the Great Lakes.

In addition to groundbreaking research efforts, Texas A&M has made significant strides in college football recruiting. For the 2027 recruiting class, the Aggies have already secured commitments from highly-regarded prospects, including four-star quarterback Jayce Johnson and four-star offensive tackle DeMarrion Johnson from Tyler, Texas. Jayce Johnson marks the first commitment of the 2027 recruiting cycle, seen as a possible successor for the team’s starting quarterback role.

DeMarrion Johnson chose to commit to Texas A&M over offers from elite programs such as Alabama and Florida, showcasing his capabilities as a proficient run blocker. The Aggies’ offensive line coach, Adam Cushing, has established strong relationships with key offensive line recruits, setting the stage for a robust recruiting class.

The team’s recruitment efforts are also focused on filling future needs, particularly since senior left tackle Trey Zuhn III is expected to graduate after the 2025 season. The commitment of four-star safety Tylan Wilson from Pascagoula, Mississippi, adds depth to the defensive unit, as he chose the Aggies after considering offers from Clemson and Arkansas. Wilson is particularly noted for his physical playing style and coverage skills.

Texas A&M’s recruitment of Wilson illustrates the program’s ability to build connections with out-of-state prospects, successfully enhancing their depth in defensive talent. The staff, led by coach Mike Elko, is not only concentrating on the 2026 recruiting class but also extending its search for 2027 prospects, including four-star wide receiver Jaden Upshaw from Georgia.

Upshaw is gaining attention as a highly-rated prospect due to his exceptional speed and size. His performance statistics have led to predictions of a potential five-star ranking. Following Upshaw’s commitment, Texas A&M’s recruiting pipeline in Georgia has been reinforced, also aided by the commitment of four-star wide receiver Aaron Gregory. According to 247Sports, Upshaw is ranked as the 103rd prospect in the 2027 class and stands as the 16th-rated wide receiver in the country.

Overall, the developments in both research and recruitment at Texas A&M University reflect a dual commitment to innovation in urban resilience and excellence in collegiate athletics, aiming to confront future challenges and enhance the Aggies’ competitive edge.

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• ED Scoop: Texas A&M Designs Nationwide Tracker of Vulnerable Power Systems
• Wikipedia: Power outage
• Aggies Wire: Demarrion Johnson Commits to Texas A&M
• Google Search: Texas A&M University
• SI: Texas A&M Lands 2026 Safety Tylan Wilson
• Google Scholar: Texas A&M recruiting
• Tuscaloosa News: SEC Power Rankings
• Encyclopedia Britannica: College football
• Aggies Wire: Jaden Upshaw Joins Texas A&M’s 2027 Class
• Google News: Texas A&M football recruiting

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