This Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation (CFDA 47.070 - Computer and Information Science and Engineering) to Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University (Virginia Tech) provides $1,110,355.00 in funding from Apr 15, 2025 to Jul 31, 2028. The award aims to study how algorithmic techniques for prioritization and resource allocation can be used for societal benefit in domains such as homeless services, schools, and community policing. Key research areas include: (1) designing algorithms to facilitate individualized deployment of scarce societal resources, (2) developing models for fair and efficient deployment of human resources, (3) using interpretable machine learning to analyze current decision-making approaches, (4) eliciting truthful information to improve societal decision-making, and (5) designing algorithmic decision support tools to align agent incentives. This research is intended to advance the field of fair, accountable, and trustworthy AI in high-stakes societal decision-making. The project will also support the transdisciplinary training of diverse students and involve collaborations with community partners to inform policy.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
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| Not listed | $1.1m | 6/28/25 |