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Initiative overview
UGENT.AI is the artificial intelligence research initiative at Ghent University dedicated to advancing AI across multiple disciplines and societal domains. The initiative addresses the need for innovative AI applications that are both technically advanced and ethically responsible, while fostering cross-disciplinary collaboration between computer science, social sciences, healthcare, and other fields.
The primary objective of UGENT.AI is to promote high-quality research that combines innovation, ethics, and societal impact. The initiative explores diverse AI applications, from healthcare solutions and smart cities to data-driven policy insights, ensuring that AI development contributes meaningfully to solving real-world challenges.
UGENT.AI operates through collaboration with academic partners, industry stakeholders, and policymakers. These partnerships facilitate knowledge exchange, practical implementation of AI solutions, and the co-creation of projects that integrate technical expertise with societal needs. By connecting research with policy and industry, UGENT.AI helps ensure that AI technologies are both innovative and socially relevant.

























