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Funding grants for new research into AI and teen development
OpenAI is committing $5 million to fund independent research on how generative AI affects the development and lives of people aged 13–17.
Why it matters
The findings may help companies design safer AI products and assist policymakers in creating regulations that protect teenagers' emotional and social health.
The big picture
This funding initiative follows other recent OpenAI developments, including the release of GPT-6 Astra and the Jalapeño custom inference chip.
The details
- Applicants must be 18 or older and affiliated with a research institution. - Grants allow a maximum of 10% for overhead or indirect costs. - OpenAI will prioritize research from countries with significant AI adoption. - Proposals must include an ethics and safeguarding statement for research involving minors.
What's next
Selected proposals will be notified by November 13, 2026, with interim updates expected in Q1 2027.
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OpenAI is committing $5 million to support independent research on how generative AI affects the lives and development of young people
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