The Artificial Intelligence Research Institute (AIRi) is the central hub for advanced AI research at the Technical University of Cluj-Napoca (UTCN). Grounded in rigorous academia, applied mathematics, and complex theoretical computer science, AIRi promotes excellence in both AI theory and practice.
Our mission is to translate deep, foundational AI research into real-world impact through business and public co-creation. We tackle data-driven challenges for heavy industry—ranging from advanced manufacturing and integrated circuit testing to future energy systems. As an institute built on open, interdisciplinary collaboration, AIRi serves as the bridge between highly complex academic computation and scalable enterprise applications. We are actively seeking strategic partnerships with tech companies, industrial players, and investors for collaborative R&D and technology transfer.
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Cluster 5: Energy
HORIZON-CL5-2026-11-D3-06 Resource assessment for deep sedimentary and basement reservoirsHORIZON-CL5-2027-02-D3-24 Large scale operational validation and upscaling of state-of-the-art (Generative) AI tools and models powering a next generation digital energy system
Cluster 4: Digital & Industry
HORIZON-CL4-2027-04-DIGITAL-EMERGING-06: International cooperation in AIHORIZON-CL4-2027-04-HUMAN-01: Advanced and Innovative hardware components for Virtual Worlds (Virtual Worlds Partnership)HORIZON-CL4-2027-02-DIGITAL-EMERGING-52-two-stage: New approaches for Human/AI collaboration for the workforce of the future (Made in Europe and AI, Data and Robotics partnerships)
Cluster 1: Health
HORIZON-HLTH-2027-01-ENVHLTH-MISSCLIMA-03: Tools and technologies to support health adaptation to climate changeHORIZON-HLTH-2027-02-TOOL-01-two-stage: Development of predictive biomarkers of disease progression and treatment response by using AI methodologies for chronic non-communicable diseasesHORIZON-HLTH-2027-03-TOOL-04: Virtual Human Twins (VHTs) for integrated clinical decision support in prevention and diagnosisHORIZON-HLTH-2027-03-TOOL-08: Towards Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) for healthcare
Cluster 5: Mobility
HORIZON-CL5-2027-03-D5-03: Data-driven circular economy for e-mobility ecosystem (2ZERO Partnership)
As the Artificial Intelligence Research Institute (AIRi) at the Technical University of Cluj-Napoca, we are actively seeking to partner with forward-thinking academic, industrial, and public entities to build highly competitive Horizon consortia.
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Researcher at Artificial Intelligence Research Institute, AIRi
The Artificial Intelligence Research Institute (AIRi) bridges core machine learning theory and high-impact industrial applications, delivering advanced technical capabilities tailored for Horizon Europe initiatives.
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Researcher at Artificial Intelligence Research Institute, AIRi