Canada-France AI Research: Tapping Into AI's Potential

Published Date::22/09/2024

NSERC and the French national Research Agency (ANR) are launching a joint call for research proposals on artificial intelligence, focusing on generative AI and the safety of embedded AI.

The National Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) is excited to announce the upcoming launch of a joint call for Canada-France research proposals on artificial intelligence. This call is led by the French national Research Agency (ANR), in collaboration with NSERC, SSHRC, CIHR, and IVADO.

The call aims to support collaborative multi- and inter-disciplinary research projects in the areas of generative AI and the safety of embedded AI. This initiative will allow researchers from different scientific fields to access co-funding on a large number of research themes, in addition to their recurrent funding allocations.

NSERC is the designated agency coordinating the Canadian activities related to the call, regardless of the research focus or whether it is in the natural sciences and engineering, social sciences and humanities, or health fields.

Key details of the funding opportunity include 

  Project duration  36 months

  Eligibility  French and Canadian researchers must prepare a joint scientific proposal, with teams from each country appointing a national scientific coordinator (PI)

  Canadian researchers can be PI on only one proposal but may be co-applicant or collaborator on multiple proposals

To apply, Dal researchers must notify the Office of Research Services (ORS) by October 1st, 2024, if they intend to apply to this opportunity. The French Scientific Coordinator must register their intention to submit on ANR's submission website before 5 p.m. on October 15th, 2024. Full proposals will be submitted by the French coordinator in March 2025.

Canadian PI are responsible for submitting one simplified application and all required documentation to NSERC on behalf of the Canadian team along with a copy of the proposal submitted to ANR. If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact ors.int@dal.ca by October 1, 2024, to discuss your application.

About the National Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC)

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NSERC is a federal agency that provides funding for research in the natural sciences and engineering. Its mission is to promote and support research that improves the quality of life of Canadians and contributes to the country's economic and social development.

About the French national Research Agency (ANR)

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ANR is a public agency that funds research in all fields, from basic to applied research. Its mission is to promote and support research that addresses societal challenges and contributes to the development of France and Europe.

  Deadlines

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  Internal  October 1, 2024

  External  October 15, 2025

Unless otherwise specified, the standard internal deadline is 10 business days ahead of the funder deadline. The grants facilitator for your faculty or this opportunity can be found on the staff contact page. For additional resources, click here for guidance on internal deadlines and submission processes.

FAQS:

Q: What is the focus of the joint Canada-France research call?

A: The call focuses on generative AI and the safety of embedded AI.

Q: Who is eligible to apply for this funding opportunity?

A: French and Canadian researchers must prepare a joint scientific proposal, with teams from each country appointing a national scientific coordinator (PI).

Q: What is the project duration for this funding opportunity?

A: The project duration is 36 months.

Q: How do I apply for this funding opportunity?

A: Dal researchers must notify the Office of Research Services (ORS) by October 1st, 2024, if they intend to apply. The French Scientific Coordinator must register their intention to submit on ANR's submission website before 5 p.m. on October 15th, 2024.

Q: What is the deadline for submitting full proposals?

A: Full proposals will be submitted by the French coordinator in March 2025.

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