Stanford University's Project Lighthouse Research Grants 2026-2027 support ambitious AI-driven biomedical research with technical resources and collaborative opportunities.
Funder: Stanford University
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2027 (Full application/proposal deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $250,000 per investigator for one year; eligible for renewal; includes $200,000 research support and $50,000 salary supplement.
Summary: Funds ambitious, AI-driven biomedical research with flexible support, technical resources, and cohort-based collaboration for Stanford investigators.
Key Information: All proposals must focus on the intersection of AI and biomedicine; postdocs require a PI-eligible faculty co-PI.
This opportunity from Stanford University's Center for Digital Health supports innovative, high-impact research at the intersection of artificial intelligence and biomedicine. The program is designed to accelerate ambitious projects that leverage AI to advance biomedical science, healthcare, or biological understanding. Awardees receive not only flexible funding but also tailored translational support, advanced AI compute and technical resources, and access to a dynamic cohort for interdisciplinary collaboration. The initiative aims to catalyze rapid scientific advances and foster a supportive community of investigators, with regular workshops and networking opportunities involving clinical, industry, and investment partners.