AI Development Accelerator

Welcome to the AI Development Accelerator for Academic and Administrative Excellence (AIDA).

AIDA is dedicated to equipping Boston University faculty, staff, and students with the knowledge, tools, and critical frameworks to navigate the evolving landscape of generative AI. Through ethical exploration, creative experimentation, and real-world application, we empower our community to harness AI’s potential responsibly and innovatively.

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Explore practical tools and strategies to integrate generative AI into your work, whether you're teaching, doing research, or helping BU to run smoothly.

AI in Action

BU's AI Investment

Artificial intelligence is no longer a distant future but a present reality that is reshaping industries, communities, and the way we understand and interact with the world. At Boston University, we have been preparing for this moment.

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Latest News

Stories on AI education, training, research, and more.

AI Task Force Report Recommends Critical Embrace of Technology

April 11th, 2024

Task force cochairs say BU should “leave room for faculty to make their own decisions on generative AI policies they adopt for their classes”

BU to Help Massachusetts Expand Access to Artificial Intelligence Computing

December 19th, 2024

Governor announces an “AI Hub” to drive cutting-edge technology to residents, academia, and business.

Innovations in Education: CDS Faculty Deploys AI Tutor

September 16th, 2024

As AI becomes increasingly integrated into higher education, educators continue to face challenges with LLMs such as ChatGPT and other artificial intelligence chatbots. Nearly two years after ChatGPT’s debut, the question persists: How can faculty ensure rich learning when students have access to tools that might bypass the learning process? Kevin Gold, CDS associate professor […]

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Video Hub

Explore the potential of AI technology in academics and administration in our video series. Check back often, as new videos will be posted regularly.

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Advancing generative AI literacy and innovation