Description

This opportunity supports interdisciplinary research investigating the impacts of artificial intelligence (AI), including deepfakes and automated content, on equality, democracy, and inclusive societies. Projects are expected to generate evidence-based insights into the ways AI technologies can exacerbate or mitigate social inequalities, facilitate misinformation, amplify cyberviolence (especially targeting women, children, and minorities), and influence public trust and political participation.

The grant encourages research that addresses both malicious uses of AI (e.g., disinformation, cyberviolence) and unintended consequences (e.g., algorithmic bias, data-driven amplification of stereotypes). Proposals should emphasize the development of inclusive, ethical, and responsible AI governance frameworks, practical detection and mitigation tools, and strategies to enhance media literacy and public resilience.

Collaboration across disciplines—spanning computer science, social sciences, law, ethics, psychology, and gender studies—is strongly encouraged. Projects should also aim to inform EU and global policy, support the implementation of the EU’s Artificial Intelligence Act, and align with broader European strategies on digital rights and combating cyberviolence.