Artificial Intelligence Initiative

UMaine AI is a unique Maine-based venture that brings together university, industry, government, and community collaborators from Maine and beyond to advance the field of artificial intelligence. Through the development of innovative technologies and applications, we find transformative solutions to enhance human life and societal well-being in Maine and beyond.

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About

UMaine AI draws top talent and leverages a distinctive set of capabilities from the University of Maine and other collaborating institutions from across Maine and beyond, while it also recruits world-class talent from across the nation and the world. It is centered at the University of Maine, leveraging the university’s strengths across disciplines, including computing and information sciences, engineering, health and life sciences, business, education, social sciences, and more.

Vision

To make Maine a world-class hub for artificial intelligence research, education, and applications.

Mission

To develop through innovative and coordinated research, education, and strategic partnerships transformative AI-based solutions that enhance the social and economic well-being of the citizens of Maine and beyond.


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AI Research Collaboration Workshop

June 2–4 | University of Maine

Supported by the National Science Foundation.

The workshop will bring together researchers, industry leaders, and federal program representatives to explore emerging opportunities in applied AI research and develop new collaborative initiatives.

Objectives include:

  • Identify interdisciplinary AI research opportunities
  • Strengthen collaboration between academia, industry, and government
  • Advance proposals aligned with national AI priorities

Questions?

research@maine.edu.