MOSCOW, Idaho — The University of Idaho (U of I) has received a $4.5 million grant to develop generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools aimed at streamlining administrative processes and improving research management efficiency.
According to the U of I press release, the project will be Led by Sarah Martonick, director of the Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP).
The project is funded through the National Science Foundation’s GRANTED program, which supports enhanced administration infrastructure in U.S. research institutions.
“I believe this project will transform the entire field and allow universities to better meet compliance requirements and improve efficiencies,” said Chris Nomura, vice president of U of I’s Office of Research and Economic Development. “The new AI tools should allow research administrators, often an overworked field, to reduce their time spent on repetitive, monotonous tasks and free up time for them to spend on more interesting, thoughtful projects.”
According to the press release, U of I’s collaboration with the Institute of Interdisciplinary Data Sciences (IIDS) will bring technical expertise and infrastructure to the project. The initiative also aims to share AI tools with other institutions, particularly smaller universities, to help them overcome similar administrative challenges.
The project, which partners with Southern Utah University, plans will expand to more institutions in the coming years.
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