Artificial Intelligence in Medical Education
Grant Opportunity: Integrating AI in Medical Education
The Josiah Macy Jr. Foundation is excited to announce a new grant opportunity aimed at integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into medical education. This initiative, titled "AI in Medical Education: A Grants Program to Advance Innovation in Medical Education," seeks to fund innovative projects that explore the potential uses and applications of AI to enhance the educational experiences and outcomes for both faculty and learners in the medical field.
Key Details:
- Funding Available: Up to $100,000 per year for two years, inclusive of indirect costs capped at 10%
- Number of Projects: Three demonstration projects will be selected for funding
- Application Process: Letters of intent are due by February 3, 2025
Objectives:
The primary goal of this grant program is to advance the understanding and implementation of responsible, effective, and ethical AI use in medical education. The foundation encourages projects that:
- Develop innovative curricula to help learners utilize AI effectively and responsibly in clinical practice.
- Improve the process of education for learners across the continuum.
- Explore the role of AI in competency-based assessment and learning outcomes.
- Utilize AI for coaching and feedback of learners.
- Support faculty development in teaching learners to use AI in clinical care.
Example Projects:
Potential projects could include:
- Curriculum development to build data literacy and critical thinking about AI algorithms.
- Creating oversight structures to ensure ethical use of AI in medical education.
- Developing AI systems to improve patient communication and shared decision-making skills.
Application Information:
The application portal opened on November 21, 2024. Institutions are encouraged to submit more than one letter of intent if they have multiple innovative idea.
This grant opportunity is a fantastic chance for nursing schools to integrate AI into their medical education programs, such as through AI-facilitated VR nursing simulations. By participating, institutions can contribute to the future of medical education and ensure that healthcare professionals are well-prepared to utilize AI in their practice.
For more information and to apply, visit the Macy Foundation's website
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