The National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource (NAIRR) Pilot, launched in 2024 and led by the National Science Foundation (NSF) in partnership with multiple federal agencies, is a strategic initiative aimed at broadening access to advanced AI research infrastructure across the United States. The pilot serves as a foundational step toward building a national resource that provides researchers and educators—particularly those from underrepresented and under-resourced institutions—with equitable access to computational tools, curated datasets, pre-trained models, and educational resources.

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Objectives:

• Facilitate equitable and inclusive access to cutting-edge AI research capabilities.

• Advance the development of trustworthy, responsible, and ethical AI systems.

• Promote interdisciplinary and cross-sector collaboration in AI research.

• Support U.S. leadership in AI innovation while aligning with national priorities in science, technology, and workforce development.

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Benefits:

• Democratization of AI research through reduced infrastructure and resource barriers.

• Acceleration of AI innovation with a focus on fairness, transparency, and accountability.

• Expansion of opportunities for a diverse and skilled AI workforce.

• Strengthened national capacity to address societal and scientific challenges using AI.