Steven Skiena, director of Stony Brook University's Institute for AI-Driven Discovery and Innovation, is utilizing a custom AI tool dubbed the "Poach-o-matic" to identify candidates for faculty positions. This approach aims to uncover exceptional talent that might otherwise be overlooked, particularly for roles in the Departments of Computer Science and Biomedical Informatics. Skiena notes a growing interest in machine learning across various university departments, reflecting the increasing integration of AI in diverse academic fields.