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The Joint Research Centre: EU Science Hub
AI and data

Artificial intelligence and data

Contributes to European Commission priorities

Portfolio overview

Artificial intelligence (AI) and data are cross-cutting technologies, affecting many policy areas. AI and digital technologies have the potential to improve efficiency, drive innovation and enhance customer experience. However, there are also significant risks, hinging on ethical concerns and lack of evidence to build trust and encourage take-up.   

As reliance on AI and data grows, Europe faces significant challenges, in particular in sectors such as healthcare, energy and transport. This portfolio will look into innovative solutions to tackle these challenges, and will help contribute to an EU ecosystem of excellence and trust in AI and data.    

 

Objectives

  • Use evidence to support AI and data policies

    Provide evidence-based, scientific and technical support for EU policies related to AI and data at different stages of the policy cycle. 

  • Contribute to AI and data science research 

    Research and innovate in the AI and data science domains, from an EU and policy perspective, acting as a bridge between the European Commission and the research community.  

  • Drive the effective use of AI and data at the JRC

    Develop research infrastructures, platforms and relevant datasets and models, upskill the JRC scientific community and foster innovation, collaboration and governance in AI and data.

Laboratories and facilities

Scientific tools