Discovering the Future of AI Grant Program
Penn’s Discovering the Future of AI Grant funds interdisciplinary faculty research and education projects advancing foundational and applied AI across diverse domains.
Funder: University of Pennsylvania
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $200,000 for one year; direct costs only; renewable for successful projects
Summary: Supports interdisciplinary, collaborative AI research and education by Penn faculty, advancing AI foundations and applications across diverse domains.
Key Information: One application per faculty member; must be Penn faculty; strong preference for co-PIs from different schools.
Description
The Discovering the Future of AI Grant Program provides University of Pennsylvania faculty with resources to pursue transformative research and educational initiatives in artificial intelligence (AI) and its applications. The program aims to catalyze interdisciplinary collaboration between AI specialists and domain experts from a wide spectrum of disciplines, supporting projects that advance both foundational AI research and innovative applications in fields such as business, education, health, science, and society. Funding is intended to unlock new frontiers of discovery and amplify the impact of AI research and education at Penn.
Supported activities include the development of novel AI models, creation of unique datasets, support for graduate students or postdoctoral fellows, applied research addressing real-world challenges, and the advancement of educational programs leveraging AI. Projects that demonstrate significant outcomes and broad impact at Penn may be eligible for additional funding in subsequent years.
