U.S. Air Force Master Sergeant Nathaniel Maidel, project liaison for the Department of the Air Force - MIT AI Accelerator (AIA) speaks about his role in supporting the AIA. AIA aims to create a state-of-the-art, end-to-end, sustainable pipeline for AI technology to give the U.S. a competitive advantage in the defense and civilian sectors. Additionally, the AIA leverages universities, small businesses, traditional defense, and non-traditional commercial ventures, collaborating with the Air Force and Space Force to develop and ensure the ethical use of AI technologies for society and the nation.
This month, the Department of the Air Force-Massachusetts Institute of Technology Artificial Intelligence Accelerator commenced their Lead AI pilot. This pilot, hosted by the AI Accelerator’s Education Research team, is geared towards commanders, senior non-commissioned officers, and civilians in senior leadership roles. The team received over 1,400 applicants and selected 200 participants to formulate a diverse cohort across the DAF,...
