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AAII serves as a catalyst for AI leadership by advancing foundational AI research, accelerating AI-enabled discovery, and translating innovation into real-world impact. Through interdisciplinary collaboration, workforce development, and strategic partnerships, AAII develops knowledge, technologies, and talent needed to address national priorities, strengthen trusted and secure systems, and drive economic prosperity across the Borderland region and nation.


AI research guides each of AAII’s 5 lines of business.
AI ResearchSponsored research projects |
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Workforce DevelopmentUpskilling and reskilling initiatives |
Societal ImpactSupport for local, state, and federal policymakers on AI |
AI ConsultingAI strategy and roadmap development |
Thought LeadershipIndustry-academia collaboration platforms |
EntrepreneurshipIP commercialization and startup incubation |

At AAII we work with faculty and researchers to conduct research, identify funding opportunities, and establish interdisciplinary teams to pursue highly competitive external funding opportunities.
Start a collaboration inquiry (opens in a new tab)AAII collaborates with organizations whose goals align with its mission and focus areas, through joint research, pilot projects, training, or advisory work.
Start a partnership inquiry (opens in a new tab)Students interested in AAII research, training, and events can share their interests and be contacted about opportunities.
Fill out the student form (opens in a new tab)Unrestricted gifts and endowments can provide important resources to sustain AAII’s work. UTEP also accepts matching gifts, planned gifts, and gifts of stock.