New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) has taken a significant step in its commitment to advancing artificial intelligence by establishing the Grace Hopper AI Research Institute (GHRI). The institute is a key component of NJIT’s $10 million AI Initiative aimed at enhancing the university’s capabilities in AI research and applications. In its inaugural call for research proposals, GHRI received more than $1 million in funding requests. These proposals span a diverse range of departments and fields, including engineering, computer science, mathematics and university operations. This interdisciplinary participation underscores NJIT’s strategic emphasis on integrating AI across multiple fields to address complex, real-world challenges.
The submitted projects are currently under review, with funding decisions to be based on merit and adherence to budgetary guidelines. Research efforts are typically designed to span one year, with GHRI maintaining a rolling basis for future proposal submissions to encourage ongoing innovation and collaboration. “The range of proposals submitted showcases the remarkable creativity and expertise of NJIT’s research community,” said Atam Dhawan, senior vice provost for research. “This marks an exciting start, and I look forward to seeing how these projects grow and spark new collaborations across disciplines.” To read the full story.