IIT Delhi AI Research and Education Initiative: The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) has partnered with Walmart Global Tech to strengthen research, education, and talent development in the fields of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and Data Science.
This partnership will be implemented as a four-year initiative through the institute’s ‘Yardi School of Artificial Intelligence,’ with an investment of approximately ₹9 crore. The objective of this partnership is to support advanced AI research, expand learning opportunities for students, and foster the development of skilled professionals and educators in this field.
AI Research and Education Initiative: Key Focus Areas
IIT Delhi’s ‘Yardi School of Artificial Intelligence‘ will work toward enhancing research and academic activities in AI, ML, and Data Science. Additionally, the initiative will focus on supporting researchers, providing fellowships to students, promoting faculty development, and strengthening the growth of educators.
This initiative is expected to contribute to the development of research infrastructure and provide students and researchers with opportunities to work in advanced areas of Artificial Intelligence.
Professor Jayant Jain, Dean of Corporate Relations at IIT Delhi, stated that Artificial Intelligence is driving significant transformation across research, industry, and society.
He also emphasized the importance of industry partnerships in strengthening advanced research, innovation, and technology-driven entrepreneurship. Expressing confidence in the partnership with Walmart Global Tech, he noted that it would create a meaningful and long-term impact through its research and educational initiatives.
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