Limited Submission Opportunity: NEH Humanities Research Centers on Artificial Intelligence Program
URL: https://www.neh.gov/program/humanities-research-centers-artificial-intelligence
OBJECTIVES:
The Humanities Research Centers on Artificial Intelligence program aims to support a more holistic understanding of artificial intelligence (AI) in the modern world through the creation of new humanities research centers on artificial intelligence at eligible institutions. Centers must focus their scholarly activities on exploring the ethical, legal, or societal implications (ESLI) of AI. The solicitation specifically states interest in proposals that examine the intersections and interactions of AI-related technologies with salient social issues such as civil rights, privacy, and equity. NEH is also interested in proposals that explore the potential implications and impacts of AI-related technologies on “truth, trust, and democracy.”
Applications must include plans to accomplish two activities to advance research on ESLI for artificial intelligence, such as “collaborative research and writing efforts; workshops or lecture series; education and mentoring; and the creation of digital tools to increase or advance scholarly discourse about AI.” The application must also include plans to disseminate the results of the planned research activities.
FUNDING INFORMATION:
Two awards of up to $500,000, plus an additional $250,000 in federal matching funds, for a three-year period. Applicants may propose up to a maximum of $200,000 per year.
ELIGIBILITY RESTRICTIONS:
- One application per institution;
- Applications must be led by humanities/humanistic social sciences scholars, though contribution and collaboration of multiple scholars and researchers is expected;
- Proposals should include a detailed organization structure, mission statement/goals, and a strategy to sustain the center following the conclusion of the period of performance.
INTERNAL SELECTION PROCESS:
Interested investigators should submit the following materials via InfoReady Review by DATE: 11/27/2023
- Questions outlined in InfoReady Review application;
- A proposal of no more than 2,000 words (13,000 characters, with spaces), providing
- a project overview,
- an explanation of the overall significance of the research being undertaken,
- proposed activities,
- a description of collaboration and institutional context,
- and a work plan for disseminating the research;
- A brief budget;
- Up-to-date CV for the nominee and collaborators.
An internal committee will review proposals and select nominee(s). Foundation Relations will work with the nominated team to develop and submit an optional draft of the application for external review until January 10, 2024.
DEADLINES:
Internal Materials Due: Monday, November 27, 2023
Sponsor Deadline for Optional Draft: Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Sponsor Application Deadline: Wednesday, February 14, 2024