O1. Advancing the field of Artificial Intelligence in Romania by producing and stimulating excellence in fundamental and applied research, innovation, and interdisciplinary exploration at international standards
Expected outcome: Development of new technologies, models, methods, and algorithms in AI, as well as original and innovative prototypes of AI-based systems and services aligned with HRIA’s RDI directions.
O2. Strengthening collaboration with the business sector, facilitating the transfer of AI research outcomes to the economic environment and promoting the widespread adoption of AI across the Romanian economy
Expected outcome: Enhanced innovation capacity of Romanian companies through the integration of AI in product and process innovation, and the development of pilot projects and AI-based applications.
Developing highly specialized human capital, including the attraction and retention of next-generation AI researchers, workplace-based training for young talents, and the engagement of top-tier AI experts from Romania and abroad, including the diaspora
Expected outcome: A new generation of highly specialized researchers in Artificial Intelligence.
O4. Building high-standard research infrastructure and ensuring its efficient use to support HRIA’s research, development, and innovation objectives
Expected outcome: Establishment of high-performance computing infrastructure.
O5. Increasing the international visibility of Romanian AI research, enhancing the capacity of Romanian researchers to participate in European cooperation and excellence networks within the European Union
Expected outcome: Greater visibility of Romanian researchers at the European and international level, active participation in Horizon Europe and other international projects, and integration into the European Research Area.


