The I-X Women in AI network (IX-WAI) is excited to announce the call for the second round of the Early Career Development grants (up to £300*) specifically for women and non-binary individuals engaged in AI or wanting to enter the field. These grants are intended to support conference attendance, training, and other professional development opportunities. This initiative is part of our commitment to providing additional support for women in AI.

The deadline for this round is 31 December 2024.

To apply for a grant, please complete this brief online form with the following information:

• Requested amount (up to £300)
• Purpose of the grant (one sentence)
• Departmental account number (or your supervisor/mentor’s departmental account number for fund transfer if selected)
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Brief proposal (~400 words) outlining the purpose and impact of the grant.

Visit the IX-WAI Early Career Grant website to find out more about the application process.

 

The first round results

We are also happy to announce the winners of the previous round:

• Karyn Chappell (Department of Mechanical Engineering)

Karyn will attend the Introduction to Artificial Intelligence for Radiographers course at City University in November. Through this course, she aims to enhance her understanding of AI’s impact on radiography practice and later share her knowledge with students from the International Society of Magnetic Resonance Radiographers and Technologists Future Leaders in Africa programme.

• Dr Christa Hansen (Department of Surgery & Cancer)

Christa will attend the Advance HE Artificial Intelligence Symposium 2025 to develop her knowledge of best AI practices in higher education and further her AI literacy to better support students.

• Asimina Mertzani (Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering)

Asimina participated in the ACSOS conference 2024 as an attendee, Demos and Posters Track chair, and panel chair. The grant supported her travel expenses, enabling her to attend the conference, chair sessions, and make valuable academic connections.

• Taliya Weinstein (Department of Bioengineering)

Taliya participated in the Deep Learning Indaba 2024, Africa’s largest AI conference, as an attendee and a workshop organiser. The grant assisted with her on-ground costs, allowing her to connect with researchers across Africa and deepen her knowledge of the field.

 

Congratulations to all the winners!