Foundation Projects
AP-GAINED: Asia Pacific - Generative AI Integration for NREN Enhancement and Development
Lanka Education And Research Network (LEARN)
National Research and Education Networks (NRENs) in Least Developed and Lower-Middle Income Countries often struggle to keep pace with technological advancements due to limited resources and capacity. The rise of Generative AI (GenAI) offers transformative potential, but many NRENs lack the expertise to harness it effectively. This digital divide hinders their ability to support cutting-edge research, education, and innovation within their communities.
The AP-GAINED project aims to:
- Develop a comprehensive GenAI capacity development program tailored for NRENs, prioritizing the needs of resource-constrained institutions, while promoting gender equality and social inclusion.
- Deliver hands-on training and pilot projects to equip NREN staff with practical GenAI skills for network operations, NREN administration, research support, and educational outreach.
- Create open educational resources (OERs) to foster a collaborative community of practice and ensure sustainable knowledge transfer.
- Empower NRENs to leverage GenAI for automating tasks, gaining insights, and delivering innovative services that drive educational advancement and research breakthroughs in their countries.
