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Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Research (IAIER) | North Carolina Central University Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Research (IAIER) The Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Research (IAIER) is a cutting-edge center for artificial intelligence education, research, and innovation at North Carolina Central University (NCCU).
Designed to advance interdisciplinary collaboration, IAIER leverages AI to address complex societal, economic, and technological challenges. IAIER was formally approved by the North Carolina Central University Board of Trustees on December 17, 2025, following a comprehensive institutional review process.
With this approval, IAIER stands as a pioneering AI institute at a Historically Black College and University and a leading contributor to North Carolina’s innovation and workforce ecosystem. This video visually showcases features of the Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Research (IAIER). IAIER is where education, research and innovation come together to help shape the future of artificial intelligence.
Through interdisciplinary learning, hands-on experiences, emerging research and collaboration, the institute creates opportunities for students, faculty, staff, industry partners and community members to engage with AI in meaningful and responsible ways. Participant Engagements Since 2025 HBCU AI Institute in the Nation Where Innovation Takes Shape IAIER’s new home is designed to support learning, research, collaboration and connection.
The facility brings together students, faculty, researchers, industry partners and community members through spaces created for artificial intelligence education, data science, emerging technologies, extended reality, ethics and interdisciplinary exploration.
From hands-on learning and research to meetings, events and collaborative experiences, the institute serves as a hub for exploring how artificial intelligence can be applied responsibly across disciplines and communities. Every breakthrough begins with a spark — an idea carried by vision, sharpened by research, and lifted by collaboration.
At IAIER, we take flight with purpose, navigating the evolving world of AI to turn questions into answers and ideas into impact. We’re excited you’re considering having Dr. Siobahn Day Grady from NCCU's Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Research (IAIER) be a part of your upcoming event! If you’re interested in exploring a partnership with Dr. Grady and our team, please complete the form below.
To help us coordinate your request, please fill out this form with details about your outlet, the focus of your story, and your deadlines. Student/Faculty Engagement Form If you’d like to meet with Dr. Grady for mentorship, research, or program involvement, please let us know more by completing this form.
The Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Research Through its programs, partnerships and learning opportunities, IAIER continues to expand engagement among students, faculty, staff and community members across campus and beyond.
IAIER is dedicated to pioneering research that addresses critical societal challenges through artificial intelligence, with a strong focus on ethical AI development and expanding access to transformative technologies.
The Seed Grant Program at IAIER is designed to support early-stage research projects, innovative ideas, and pilot initiatives that align with the institute’s mission of advancing artificial intelligence and expanding its applications in meaningful ways.
The Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Research (IAIER) fosters collaboration across academic disciplines, building on the university's strong tradition of community engagement and service. AI Emerging Scholars and Leaders Programs Ready to lead in the age of artificial intelligence?
Whether you're a student eager to dive into AI or a faculty/staff member looking to integrate AI into your professional growth — IAIER’s AI Emerging Scholars and Leaders Programs are your next step. Reading Between the Algorithms Join our book club today! This interdisciplinary initiative aims to leverage the diverse expertise within our institution to advance in the rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence (AI).
Laboratory for Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Research At IAIER in our Laboratory for Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Research (LAIER), we pride ourselves on staying on the cutting edge of innovation and computing. We research artificial intelligence, human-computer interaction and STEM. Learn more about our efforts.
Philanthropic support from our alumni, donors and stakeholders supports our work in training the next generation of technologists and AI professionals. Visit this page to learn about ways you can support IAIER.
NCCU IAIER x Google AI for Education Accelerator North Carolina Central University’s Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Research (IAIER), in partnership with Google, now offers career-focused Google career certificates and AI training to help learners build in-demand skills in AI, data analytics, cybersecurity, project management, and more.
IAIER Book Club: The Coming Wave Join IAIER’s Reading Between the Algorithms Book Club for a discussion of The Coming Wave, exploring the opportunities, risks, and larger societal ques AI Is for Everyone: Learn from Dell Experts Dell experts will lead an engaging AI Day experience at North Carolina Central University focused on making artificial intelligence practical, approach IAIER Book Club: Human Compatible This month’s IAIER Book Club discussion features Human Compatible by Stuart Russell.
IAIER Book Club: Atlas of AI Join us for a conversation around Atlas of AI by Kate Crawford and the broader systems behind artificial intelligence. IAIER Book Club: Weapons of Math Destruction IAIER’s Book Club returns with Weapons of Math Destruction by Cathy O’Neil.
IAIER Book Club: Your Face Belongs to Us Explore the intersection of artificial intelligence, facial recognition, and privacy through Your Face Belongs to Us by Kashmir Hill. IAIER Book Club: More Than a Glitch Close out the series with a discussion of More Than a Glitch by Meredith Broussard.
NCCU Recognized for AI Teaching and Learning The Tambellini Future Campus Award recognizes NCCU’s work to prepare students to use, question and shape artificial intelligence responsibly. NCCU Opens Nation’s First AI Institute Building at an HBCU Inside NCCU’s new $7. 2M AI institute: 5,000 square feet of labs, studios and spaces built to spark innovation.
IAIER Director Selected for Google & GSV Ed Leader Fellowship Siobahn Grady has been selected for Cohort 4 of the Google & GSV Ed Leader Fellowship. Find the latest information and stay up to date with our newsletter.
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The current listing shows $1,000,000 (to NCCU from Google.org for the institute). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Equity Research (IAIER) is funded by Google.org. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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