Our mission is to contribute to humanity through high-impact AI research and engineering.
AI2 is a non-profit research institute founded in 2014 with the mission of conducting high-impact AI research and engineering in service of the common good. AI2 is the creation of the late Paul G. Allen, philanthropist and Microsoft co-founder.
Headquartered in Seattle on the shores of Lake Union, AI2 employs the world’s best scientific and engineering talent in the field of AI, attracting individuals of varied interests and backgrounds from across the globe. AI2 prides itself on the diversity and collaboration of its team and takes a results-oriented approach to complex challenges in AI.
AI2 has undertaken several ambitious projects to drive fundamental advances in science, medicine, and conservation through AI. Meet our team, directors, and advisors, learn about our projects, and check out our current openings to see if there is a position that matches your interests and skillset.
Our Founder
Paul G. Allen launched the Allen Institute for AI in 2014 to explore critical questions in the field of AI. His philanthropy allows us to push the boundaries of fundamental AI research and to find high-impact ways to deploy these new technologies for the benefit of humanity.
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Our Core Values
Impact
Our mission is to build AI for the common good. We aim to produce breakthrough research and tools that move the needle in AI, empower the research community, and benefit society.
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Accountability
We take an efficient, results-oriented approach to our work. We define ambitious, timely goals and continually measure our success against them.
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Transparency
We are clear and forthright with our team about our actions, our decisions, and the goals of our institute. We produce and share new research, tools, and resources openly with the wider world. We support open science.
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Collaboration
We proactively develop diverse teams with a wide range of perspectives and skills to cultivate the best possible ideas. We build relationships with outside research groups and organizations to collectively elevate the field of AI and achieve the broadest possible impact.
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"There are bright, talented people in lots of organizations. Put them on a mission they care about, and you've got a potent cocktail for success and impactful contributions. That's why the vision and leadership at the heart of AI2 are key ingredients that make us thrive."
