Research
Research
advancing the future of Responsible ai and advanced computing
Discovery Partners Institute convenes researchers, industry leaders, government agencies, and community partners to advance Responsible AI and develop solutions with meaningful societal impact.
By combining the research excellence of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign with the speed and collaboration of industry, DPI accelerates the research that addresses critical, grand challenges across sectors and drives innovation while prioritizing transparency, trust, equity, and real-world impact.
AI + X: Where discovery meets impact
DPI collaborates on a wide variety of research and development initiatives with public and private stakeholders to advance the planet and society. Take a closer look below at some of our key efforts.
AI + Climate
Advancing climate resilience through AI-powered research, policy, education and industry partnerships focused on urban sustainability, environmental equity and climate risk assessment.
AI + Quantum
Developing open-source tools to benchmark quantum computing algorithms for industrially relevant chemistry and energy applications and advancing practical quantum simulation research.
AI + Education
Applied research focused on improving Illinois’ education and workforce systems through data-driven partnerships with schools, state agencies, and community organizations.
AI + Health
Advancing public health through responsible AI and cross-sector collaboration, DPI's work helps health agencies identify, assess and respond to emerging health and environmental risks by transforming complex data into actionable insights that support healthier, more resilient communities across Illinois.