In short
The W. M. Keck Foundation's Research Program application includes a question on generative AI. If applicable, applicants describe how they used it to prepare the proposal, in up to 300 characters. Applications are not evaluated on this answer. The foundation may use AI tools to analyze proposals and generate summaries. Its staff, reviewers, and consultants are prohibited from sharing applicant data with AI tools that train on it.
Varies by program. The rule is set in each program's guidelines, so check the one you are applying to.
For applicants
- If applicable, Research Program applicants state how generative AI was used to prepare the proposal. The answer is limited to 300 characters and is not part of the evaluation. [1]
For reviewers
- WMKF employees, reviewers, and consultants may not share applicant data with AI tools that harvest data for algorithmic, large language model, or other training purposes. [1]
- The foundation may use AI tools to analyze proposals, extract keywords for tracking, generate project summaries, and identify potential reviewers. It may also use them for other business purposes. [1]
Sources
Application Instructions (opens in a new tab)
If applicable, describe how generative AI was used in preparing this proposal. Up to 300 characters. Applications will not be evaluated on this answer.
WMKF employees, reviewers, and consultants are prohibited from sharing your data with AI tools that harvest data for algorithmic, large language model, or other training purposes.
The Foundation may use AI tools to analyze proposals, extract keywords for tracking purposes, generate project summaries, identify potential reviewers, and for other business purposes.
See W. M. Keck Foundation's 3 open programs
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