Next generation artificial intelligence (AI): explainable AI
Funding
Up to £12,050,000
Location
England
Applications
Rolling (always open)
This grant funds speculative and high-risk fundamental research into explainable AI systems. The goal is to deliver a step change in how future AI can explain its decisions and reasoning. Up to £12,050,000 is available. You must be based at a UK research organisation that is eligible for UKRI funding.
Who can apply:
Key requirements:
- Must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for UKRI funding
- Research must focus on speculative and high-risk fundamental AI explainability
This grant is for researchers based at UK universities or research institutions eligible for UKRI funding. It suits those working on fundamental, high-risk AI research with the potential for significant breakthroughs in explainability. It is not for businesses, charities, or individuals outside of eligible research organisations.
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Full details from Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC)
Apply for funding for projects focused on speculative and high-risk fundamental research with the potential to deliver high reward and a step change in the explainability of future AI systems.You must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for UK Research and Innovation funding.
Apply through UKRI's funding service. You must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for UKRI funding. Check the EPSRC website for full application guidance and any submission requirements.
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