The IDEAS residential summer program will provide an opportunity for undergraduates to spend 2 weeks in Boston to learn from world experts on data science, ethics, computer science, philosophy, law, and more. The program will help the next generation learn how to think critically and systematically about the ethical risks posed by these technologies, and how to responsibly develop AI and data science systems that benefit the many, not only the few.
We are seeking to foster a rich and diverse community through these programs, including connections with a wide range of two- and four-year educational institutions.
The 2024 summer installation of IDEAS will run from July 1st to July 12, 2024. This program is generously funded by the Omidyar Network
For more information and access to the application form, please use the link below. Applications are open until April 15th, 2024.
2024 Program Information
Core Topics in Responsible AI:
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Justice and fairness
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Privacy
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Explainability
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Accountability
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AI governance
2 Weeks:
- Week 1 will focus on core topics from both philosophical & technical perspectives.
- Week 2 will apply those topics through group projects that examine practical methods to create more responsible AI and data science.
Projects & Activities
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Work on case studies and group projects, and start collaborative research projects in AI ethics
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Multiple group activities with fellow participants
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New friends & connections!
Multi-disciplinary Experts:
- Learn from experts on data science, ethics, computer science, philosophy, law, and more, from a variety of sectors.
For more information on the previous editions of IDEAS, access the link here.
Housing and a stipend of $1000, room & food during the program, and travel to/from program site (up to $500) will be provided for each participant.
Applicants, international and domestic, from a broad range of backgrounds and interests are invited to apply for this two week program.
International applicants: can attend on a tourist visa. International applicants will need to secure a visa on their own.
Applications will be open until April 15th, 2024.
Announcements will be sent out April 30th, 2024.
For access to the application form, use the link below.
If you have any questions, please contact ideas.summer.program@gmail.com.
This program is generously supported by the Ethics Institute at Northeastern University, the Embedded EthiCS program at Harvard, and the Omidyar Network.
