Nearly 1,000 Researchers Apply for AIM-AHEAD Training Programs

Posted November 26, 2024

The application period for the AIM-AHEAD Consortium’s five supplemental training programs closed on November 18, drawing an impressive 977 applications for 155 available spots. These programs aim to enhance diversity in AI/ML research by engaging underrepresented groups in impactful, hands-on training.

Program Overview and Highlights

  1. AIM-AHEAD All of Us Training Program
  • Applications received: 290
  • Focus: Leveraging All of Us data via the Researcher Workbench to boost diversity in AI/ML research.
  • Duration: 8 months
  • Spots: 25 trainees
  • Support: $8,000 stipend + $2,000 for the AIM-AHEAD Annual Meeting 2025
  1. Bridge2AI AI-READI Training Program
  • Applications received: 151
  • Focus: Expanding knowledge of Bridge2AI AI-READI data through AI/ML analysis and a train-the-trainer model for health disparities research.
  • Duration: 8 months
  • Spots: 25 trainees
  • Support: $8,000 stipend + $2,000 for the AIM-AHEAD Annual Meeting 2025
  1. Bridge2AI for Clinical Care Training Program
  • Applications received: 132
  • Focus: Empowering underrepresented trainees to analyze big data for clinical care using AI/ML, emphasizing health disparities.
  • Duration: 8 months
  • Spots: 30 trainees
  • Support: $8,000 stipend + $4,000 for AIM-AHEAD and Bridge2AI Annual Meetings
  1. AIM-AHEAD & NCATS Health Data Science Training Program (HDSTP)
  • Applications received: 119
  • Focus: Increasing access to and analysis of real-world clinical data from underrepresented communities via the N3C Data Enclave.
  • Duration: 8 months
  • Spots: 50 trainees
  • Support: $8,000 stipend + $2,000 for the AIM-AHEAD Annual Meeting 2025
  1. ScHARe Equity in Population Health AI Training Program
  • Applications received: 285
  • Focus: Training a diverse cohort in AI applications for population health and community-engaged science.
  • Duration: 8 months
  • Spots: 25 trainees
  • Support: $10,000 stipend + $2,000 for the AIM-AHEAD Annual Meeting 2025

What’s Next?

Applications are now under scientific review. Notifications will be sent as follows:

  • AIM-AHEAD & NCATS Training Program: By December 17
  • All other programs: First week of January

These programs represent a significant step forward in addressing disparities in AI/ML research by fostering a diverse and empowered research community.

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