Become a Partner
Partner with AIMI. Advance AI Together.
AIMI connects faculty researchers and industry leaders to collaborate on high-impact AI and machine learning projects. From early-stage innovation to real-world application, our partnerships are designed to solve meaningful problems. Whether you’re exploring funding opportunities or seeking cutting-edge AI talent, AIMI helps make it happen. We work across 12 colleges and 24 campuses to match expertise with need—fast.
As a partner, you’ll help shape the future of AI research and its practical outcomes.
Engage in shared intellectual property, propose projects, and access Penn State’s deep technical resources.

AIMI Faculty AI Expert Partner
Researchers at Penn State can collaborate with industry through AIMI to apply their AI/ML expertise to real-world problems.
As a faculty partner, you can access seed grant funding, explore long-term sponsorships, and provide students with hands-on project experience.
Your research can directly influence and support innovation across manufacturing, biopharma, defense, and more.

AIMI Industry Partner
Companies can join AIMI to propose research topics, sponsor projects, and share in the development and ownership of new AI/ML solutions.
Membership gives you direct access to Penn State’s research community, students, and state-of-the-art facilities.
Let’s tackle your challenges together—with innovation backed by world-class research.