Accelerating AI in Research & Creative Work
The University of Colorado Boulder’s Accelerating AI in Research & Creative Work grant supports researchers using AI to drive innovative, cross-disciplinary research and creative projects.
Funder: University of Colorado Boulder
Due Dates: September 10, 2026
Funding Amounts: $1,500 research stipend per participant (AI Accelerator Pods); recent pilot awarded $200K+ across 9 projects
Summary: Supports CU Boulder researchers in advancing AI-enabled research and creative work through resources, mentorship, and collaborative programming.
Key Information: Application must be submitted online by 11:59 p.m. MT on the deadline.
Description
The Accelerating AI in Research & Creative Work initiative, led by the Research & Innovation Office at the University of Colorado Boulder, is designed to empower CU Boulder researchers to experiment with artificial intelligence tools, build cross-disciplinary communities, and develop innovative, AI-driven approaches in their scholarly and creative work. The program features resources, workshops, and structured opportunities—such as the AI Research Accelerator Pods—that provide mentorship, peer feedback, and support for turning early-stage AI exploration into competitive external proposals. The initiative aims to foster a vibrant culture of AI-enabled discovery across the CU Boulder campus.
