2026 Seed Grants - Stanford Institute for Human-Centered AI
Forecasted
The 2026 Seed Grants from Stanford University support interdisciplinary, human-centered AI and data science research through the Stanford Institute for Human-Centered AI.
Funder: Stanford University
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2027 (proposal deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $75,000 per award for a 12-month project; approximately 25 grants awarded annually.
Summary: Supports innovative, interdisciplinary research projects in human-centered AI and data science by Stanford faculty.
Key Information: Eligibility limited to Stanford PI-eligible faculty; only one proposal per PI.
Description
This opportunity, offered by the Stanford Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (HAI), provides seed funding to catalyze new, ambitious, and speculative research projects that advance human-centered approaches to artificial intelligence and data science. The program encourages proposals spanning humanistic, social scientific, biomedical, engineering, and natural scientific disciplines, with a focus on integrating multiple perspectives and catalyzing future research. Priority is given to projects aligned with HAI’s core themes: developing technologies inspired by human intelligence, augmenting human capabilities, and addressing the societal impacts of AI.
Projects may involve a range of activities, including research, teaching, conferences, proof-of-concept work, student engagement, and translational efforts. The program especially welcomes interdisciplinary collaborations that bridge different fields and demonstrate potential for broader impact or follow-on funding.
