The BBSRC Doctoral Focal Award in AI and Data in the Biosciences aims to train the next generation of leaders in computational approaches for bioscience research and innovation, including data science, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML).

It focuses on building researchers with strong quantitative skills (for example, mathematical, computational) and strengthening the pipeline of individuals who are capable of developing innovative, data-driven approaches to bioscience challenges now and in the future.

Applicants can apply as a single-institution or as a multi-institution consortium. Applications are welcome to include a wide range of organisations contributing to AI and data in bioscience research, including, but not limited to:

• Industry.
• Business.
• Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
• Public organisations.
• Third sector organisations.
• Charities.
• Museums.

Project leads (PL) must be based at an organisation which is eligible to receive UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) funding. This includes: higher education institutions; research council institutes; eligible independent research organisations and Catapult centres; and public sector research establishments (PSREs).

The total value of the fund is £12 million. Applicants will be expected to support a minimum cohort size of five studentships per year, equating to a minimum of 15 studentships total across the lifetime of the award.

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