CSP-IAS: Innovation, Advanced Research, and Artificial Intelligence Driving the Future
On January 8, 2025, AI4I and the Compagnia di San Paolo Foundation signed a strategic agreement to launch the CSP-IAS (Compagnia di San Paolo Institute for Advanced Study). This cutting-edge center is dedicated to advanced research and industrial innovation, with a significant impact on both the local and national levels.
A Strategic Location: OGR Torino
Located at the OGR (Officine Generali Riparazioni) in Turin, within AI4I’s headquarters, CSP-IAS aims to strengthen Italy’s AI ecosystem by fostering collaboration between academia, industry, and public institutions.
Concrete Impact on Research and Industry
Unveiled during a press conference on January 17, 2025, the Institute for Advanced Study has three primary objectives:
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- Accelerate scientific and industrial innovation across Italy.
- Provide advanced training opportunities for students and researchers.
- Build strategic connections between startups, enterprises, and global scientific communities.
CSP-IAS, a Bridge to Global Excellence
CSP-IAS will focus on:
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- Frontier research in AI, combining theoretical insights with practical applications.
- International synergies to attract top talent and expertise from around the world.
- High-level networking through partnerships with renowned entities, including the Italian AI Factory led by Cineca.
Key Activities
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- Building a world-class scientific community with resident and non-resident scholars, alongside experts from leading industrial players.
- Hosting seminars and workshops for PhD students and enterprises, with tailored sessions led by non-resident scholars.
- Promoting public and corporate events, including the annual Compagnia di San Paolo Lecture
- Supporting the industrial ecosystem with innovative solutions and strategic collaborations.
Governance and Vision for the Future
CSP-IAS will operate under shared governance, with a Strategic Committee and an International Advisory Board, ensuring the highest standards of scientific and operational excellence. The Institute will focus on artificial intelligence, robotics, and aerospace, championing ethical and sustainable technological solutions.
The project aligns with the Compagnia di San Paolo Foundation’s ‘Valuing Research’ mission of the Planet Objective, fostering synergy between academic and industrial research while advancing Italy’s expertise in cutting-edge technologies.
