The MIAI Cluster (Multidisciplinary Institute for Artificial Intelligence) is one of nine French AI hubs dedicated to research, innovation, and education in the field of artificial intelligence. Coordinated bythe University of Grenoble Alpes in collaboration withthe University of Clermont Auvergne andthe University of Savoie Mont-Blanc, the institute brings together researchers, companies, public institutions, start-ups , and students to tackle the major scientific, technological, and societal challenges related to AI.
MIAI has its roots in the French national 3IA initiative (“Interdisciplinary Institutes for Artificial Intelligence”), launched in 2019 to make France one of the world leaders in AI research and innovation. In 2024, the MIAI became the MIAI cluster and expanded this ambition by strengthening collaborations within the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region and developing a multidisciplinary AI ecosystem with international connections.
Research is at the heart of MIAI Cluster. The institute supports high-level scientific projects through competitive calls for proposals for chairs, exploratory projects, interdisciplinary initiatives, and industrial collaborations. Its research activities cover a wide range of topics, including machine learning, generative AI, natural language processing, explainable and frugal AI, robotics, computer vision, healthcare, education, the environment, and Industry 4.0.
MIAI Cluster actively promotes technology transfer and collaboration between academia and industry. The institute supports innovation through industrial chairs ,proof-of-concept projects, and strategic partnerships with companies ranging from small and medium-sized enterprises to large international corporations. The cluster also contributes to the emergence and visibility of AI- start-ups s through dedicated support and a certification process. By connecting researchers with industrial and societal needs, “ MIAI Cluster ” enables companies and institutions to access cutting-edge AI expertise, while offering researchers new opportunities to develop concrete, high-impact applications for their research.
Through the EFELIA-MIAI program, the institute is advancing AI education and training at all levels. MIAI Cluster supports academic programs in artificial intelligence, interdisciplinary curricula, lifelong learning for professionals, online self-study resources, and public awareness initiatives. The institute also offers merit-based scholarships for French and international students pursuing AI-related studies at its partner universities.
The MIAI Cluster also organizes outreach activities, conferences, workshops, and events for citizens, educators, and professionals to encourage informed discussions about the opportunities and challenges of artificial intelligence.
