Center for Applications of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to Industry

Connecting industry leaders with Penn State’s AI and ML research community to solve real-world problems.

Our Mission

Empowering AI Innovation in Industry

At Penn State, the Applied Intelligence and Materials Institute (AIMI) fosters transformative partnerships between industry and academia. By connecting businesses with AI and machine learning experts across 12 colleges and 24 campuses, AIMI accelerates solutions to real-world challenges and builds a stronger, more innovative workforce.

Whether developing exploratory research, launching interdisciplinary projects, or mentoring the next generation of AI talent, AIMI plays a pivotal role in driving discovery that extends far beyond campus — into companies, communities, and global markets.

Benefits for Industry Partners

Apply your research in industry-relevant settings, secure collaborative funding, and mentor students through real-world innovation projects. AIMI helps faculty engage with external partners to translate their work into societal impact — while advancing their research goals.

Opportunities include seed funding, project matchmaking with industry, and leadership in interdisciplinary working groups.

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Benefits for Penn State Faculty

AIMI connects you directly with AI and ML experts at Penn State to drive innovation and solve real-world challenges. Whether you’re looking to collaborate on applied research, access cutting-edge capabilities, or develop a talent pipeline, AIMI offers a gateway to impactful partnerships.

You’ll gain access to interdisciplinary faculty, emerging AI technologies, and opportunities to shape pre-competitive research in areas that matter most to your business.

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Events

Education, Training, and Workforce Development: General II

Technical Session | Sponsored by ETWDD Wednesday, June 18, 2025 | 3:15–5:00PM CDT | Great America 1/2 Session Chair: Justin K. Watson Alternate Chair:Ishita Trivedi Session Organizer: Kyle C. Hartig Papers The Role of Nuclear Training Center in the Smallest Nuclear...

Education, Training, and Workforce Development: General I

Technical Session | Sponsored by ETWDD Wednesday, June 18, 2025|10:00–11:45AM CDT|Great America 1/2 Session Chair: Lori Brady Alternate Chair: Sukesh K. Aghara Session Organizer: Kyle C. Hartig Papers The Role of Nuclear Training Center in the Smallest Nuclear Country...