About AI Grid
AI Grid is an initiative that strengthens the exchange and synergies between young talents in the field of artificial intelligence.
We bring together committed young scientists with renowned.
AI experts together in a high-quality network.
Highly specialized research
AI Grid is a network of small, highly specialized AI communities.
The members of AI Grid share their research work within these communities, initiate collaborations and establish fruitful connections for the future.
Over 50 communities are to be created over time. We call these groups Micro Focus Groups.
Jan | AI Grid member
The AI Grid provides an opportunity for networking & exploring intriguing research.
Nora | AI Grid member
Collaboration is key, AI Grid provides value through Micro-Focus-Groups & mentorship.
Nilah | AI Grid member
Networking is essential. Not just to share ideas but to get ideas, to build up.
The network gives you the chance to get to know the breadth of AI in Europe.
Why AI Grid? Because we believe that artificial intelligence is more than just technology. It is a combination of know-how and young creativity that is shaping Europe.
Our platform connects fresh ideas with industry experts, promotes scientific exchange and enables exceptional networking.
Artificial intelligence is dynamic and diverse. It is therefore essential to have a strong foundation.
A mentor can not only be a guide, but also a source of inspiration. You gain valuable insights, can learn from experience and are supported in finding the right path in the industry.
At AI Grid, we understand the value of both elements. Here, we support young talents through targeted mentoring and also offer them access to an extensive network of experts and researchers from science and industry.
Our partner network is growing
These AI competence centers, AI service centers and AI research centers actively support the AI Grid initiative:
Events
AI Grid at HACK:XR+AI 2025 – Interdisciplinary, Innovative, Award-Winning
AI Grid Summit 2025: Where AI Trends Meet Career Opportunities
From Research to Practice: AI Grid Members Explore Entrepreneurship at the KIEZ Workshop 2025
Young AI, Big Stage: AI Grid Brings 11 AI Talents to GITEX Europe 2025 in Berlin
AI Grids Science & Innovation Tour 2025 heads to Pisa and Trento: A journey through Italy’s AI landscape
AI Grid Spring School 2025: A German-French exchange on emotional AI and its societal impact
Interviews with the community
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Vivek Chavan on AI Wearables for Industry 5.0 with IndEgo
Written by Jeannie Cahalane, originally published on AIPressRoom.com 1. What inspired you to focus on AI-powered industrial assistance, and what problem in...
- Interview
Samim and Tamim Multaheb on AI-Driven Product Alignment with machinemade
Written by Jeannie Cahalane, originally published on AIPressRoom.com 1. What inspired you to start machinemade, and what problem were you most determined...
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Sylwia Olbrych on Collaborative AI for the Circular Economy
Written by Jeannie Cahalane, originally published on AIPressRoom.com 1. What inspired you to create a decision support system focused on the circular...
- Interview
Deborah D. Kanubala on Causal Fairness in Algorithmic Decisions
Written by Jeannie Cahalane, originally published on AIPressRoom.com 1. What inspired you to focus your research on fairness and causality in AI,...
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Exploring emotionally intelligent AI: An interview with Stefanie Krause ahead of the AI Grid Spring School
At AI Grid, we are dedicated to fostering meaningful conversations about the future of artificial intelligence and its impact on...
- Interview
Empowering Women in AI: An Interview with Deborah D. Kanubala
Artificial intelligence (AI) continues to shape our world in profound ways, from automating processes to improving decision-making. In...
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How Companies Can Safely and Effectively Integrate AI
In a world where artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly permeating various aspects of life, companies face pressing questions: How can AI technologies be utilized...
- Interview
Does Regulation Kill Innovation? – Manoj Kahdan Discusses the AI Act and the Future of AI in Europe
The AI Act, adopted by the European Union on July 12, 2024, marks a major milestone in the international regulation of artificial intelligence (AI)...
- Interview
Do women's brains tick differently to men's brains?
Can artificial intelligence recognize gender based on brain waves? Physicist Thomas Jochmann has investigated this exciting question and has come up with some surprising...
- Interview
Strategies for the future: Dr. Johannes Winter on the role of the AI Grid for networking in the field of AI
In an interview with Communications Manager Franziska Peters, Dr. Johannes Winter, member of the AI Grid Executive Committee and CSO at the L3S AI Research Center, talks about...
- Interview
Factories of the future: Julian Eßer on reinforcement learning in robotics
In a fast-moving world characterized by constant technological advances, transformative changes are also taking place in robotics. Intelligent robots are...
- Interview
AI Grid: networking, supporting and promoting young AI researchers
Dr. Jack Thoms is a board member and initiator of the AI Grid and Executive Director at the Berlin Institute for the Foundations of Learning and...
- Interview
AI Grid as a talent factory and career springboard
PROF. DR. rer. nat. DR. h.c. mult. WOLFGANG WAHLSTER is Chairman of the Executive Board and initiator of the AI Grid, Professor of Computer Science and...
- Interview
AI Grid initiative is essential
Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Marius Lindauer is a mentor in the AI Grid. He is a professor at Leibniz Universität Hannover at the Institute for...
Unsere KI-Expertinnen-Pool
Prof. Prasenjit Mitra
Dr.-Ing. Sören Kerner
Dr. Nghia Duong-Trung
Dr. Gerrit Grossmann
Prof. Dr. Slawomir Nowaczyk
Dr. Martin Semmann
Prof. Dr. Hadi Hosseini
Prof. Dr. Rolf Drechsler
Dr. Kevin Jablonka
Prof. Katarzyna Bozek
Prof. Carsten Lanquillon
Dr. Rosae E. Martín-Peña
Dr. Patrick Ebel
Dr. Nima H. Siboni
Prof. Dr. Dongwon Lee
FAQ
Who can apply?
AI Grid is an initiative that supports young talent in the field of AI. It is aimed at people from the fields of technology and computer science.
Applications are open to:
– Master's students with an AI-related master's thesis who are enrolled at a German research institution
– Doctoral students who are writing their doctoral thesis on AI at a German research institution
How can I apply?
Apply directly via this platform:
community.ai-grid.org
How does the selection process work?
The selection is made in the following steps:
1. apply via the platform.
2. After we have reviewed and accepted your application, you will receive a confirmation email and an invitation to a welcome meeting.
3. if there is already a micro-research group on your topic, you will become part of it. If not, we will look for a suitable community together.
If we have any questions about your application and your current work, we will schedule an interview with a jury.
Once your complete application has been received, you will hear from the AI Grid team within the next four weeks.
What criteria are important when selecting applicants?
The following criteria will be given special consideration in the selection process:
- Relevance and clarity of your AI topic
- the potential of the topic for the economy and society
- Your motivation to apply
- You need computer skills
How is a Micro Focus Group (MFG) established?
Eine Micro Focus Group (MFG) entsteht, sobald mindestens drei ausgewählte AI Grid Members an demselben Thema arbeiten.
- Other AI Grid Members can join this group at a later date.
- An MFG is limited to approximately 10 members.
What does the mentoring program consist of?
The mentor accompanies you and your research for a full year.
The mentors are experts from the field of academic and industrial research. They will give you comprehensive support:
- They share their experience and expertise with you
- They will point you to important scientific literature and publication opportunities
- They help you to make national and international contacts and build networks
- They give you career tips to develop your career strategy
- You can publish together with them.
One more thing: AI Grid's mentoring program in no way replaces the support of official mentors. It is a complementary support.
How can I join the AI Grid as a mentor?
Mentors are an essential part of our network. They provide valuable feedback and advice on various aspects, including research directions, project development, career planning and the ethical challenges of artificial intelligence (AI).
Minimum qualifications must be fulfilled in order to become a mentor:
- Academic background: A PhD in a scientific area related to Artificial Intelligence (AI) or a similar field.
- Professional experience: At least five years of relevant experience in a professional or academic environment in the field of AI or related technologies.
- Specialist knowledge: Proven expertise in AI, machine learning, data science or related fields, evidenced by publications, patents or significant contributions to projects or innovations.
- Engagement: Willingness to invest time to support and mentor mentees, including regular meetings and active participation in AI Grid activities.
As a mentor, you will have the opportunity to nurture the next generation of AI talent, collaborate with like-minded individuals and contribute to the development of innovative AI solutions.