The Artificial Intelligence for Decision Making Initiative (the Initiative) is a collaborative project between the Office of National Intelligence (ONI) and the Defence Science and Technology (DST) Group, to develop Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) expertise and capability in areas of significant importance to the Australian defence and national security community.
Individuals are invited to apply their skill and expertise to solve one of 23 AI and ML research and development related challenges. Visit the Defence Science Institute website for the list of challenge topics.
Funding & duration
Successful applicants will be provided with three-month funding of up to $20,000 per project and could also have the opportunity to be part of a national network focused on developing AI and ML technology. There is also the opportunity for project prototypes to be considered for progression through the Defence Artificial Intelligence Centre (DAIC), or defence and university sectors.
Eligibility
Applications will be accepted from small teams or individuals who meet eligibility requirements.
The Initiative is open to Australian citizens or permanent residents who reside in Australia who are:
- Currently employed by an Australian-based company, university or research organisation;
- Currently self or unemployed;
- Currently enrolled at an Australian university in an undergraduate or post-graduate degree.
Currently employed or enrolled applicants should apply via their institution, while those who are self or unemployed should apply as individuals.
Submission requirements & due date
- Applications must be submitted for internal review by 19 June 2020.
- Please email seapgrants@adelaide.edu.au if you are considering applying for this scheme.
- See also: Submitting an application to Research Services for review
Further information
Need Help?
- General enquiries: seapgrants@adelaide.edu.au