Terrill Dicki
Aug 14, 2024 05:53
NVIDIA’s Graduate Fellowship Program is now accepting applications, offering up to $60,000 for doctoral students in AI, machine learning, and more.
NVIDIA has announced the opening of applications for its prestigious Graduate Fellowship Program, which offers up to $60,000 in grants to doctoral students conducting cutting-edge research relevant to NVIDIA technologies, according to the NVIDIA Blog.
Program Details and Eligibility
The program, now in its 24th year, supports students working in areas such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, autonomous vehicles, computer graphics, robotics, healthcare, and high-performance computing. The initiative aims to foster innovation by providing not only financial support but also mentorship and technical assistance from NVIDIA experts.
Since its inception in 2002, the NVIDIA Graduate Fellowship Program has awarded 200 grants totaling more than $6.5 million. Eligible candidates must have completed at least their first year of Ph.D.-level studies by the time of application. An in-person internship at an NVIDIA research office is also a mandatory component of the program, slated to take place in the summer preceding the fellowship year.
Application Process and Deadline
The application deadline for the 2025-2026 academic year is set for Friday, Sept. 13, 2024. Prospective applicants can find more details on eligibility criteria and the application process on the program website.
Impact on Research and Innovation
NVIDIA’s Graduate Fellowship Program has been instrumental in advancing research in key technological fields. By integrating the world’s brightest minds with the latest accelerated computing technology, NVIDIA aims to propel significant breakthroughs that address some of the most challenging research problems today.
The ongoing support for doctoral students underscores NVIDIA’s commitment to nurturing talent and driving innovation in critical areas of technology. With the growing importance of AI, machine learning, and other advanced fields, the fellowship offers a valuable opportunity for emerging researchers to contribute to groundbreaking advancements.
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