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TalTech AI is a Centre of Excellence established by the School of IT and the Department of Software Science at TalTech, bringing together TalTech's expertise in artificial intelligence (AI). The center's mission is to advance AI development, research, and education by providing an interdisciplinary platform for scientific projects, applied research, and training. TalTech AI collaborates closely with both the private sector and government institutions, with the goal of becoming Estonia’s leading hub for AI development, research, and consulting.
TalTech AI Vision
Creation of an Interdisciplinary Platform
TalTech AI brings together the AI research, development, and applied knowledge from various faculties of the university, creating a strong collaboration platform for interdisciplinary projects.
International Collaboration
The center initiates, leads, and supports AI-related collaboration projects at both national and international levels.
Collaboration with the Government
By mapping TalTech's AI expertise, TalTech AI offers demand-driven and efficient cooperation to government institutions and the public sector.
Supporting Innovation and Entrepreneurship
In close cooperation with AIRE, the center fosters connections between AI research and development and entrepreneurship, supporting the creation of new products and services while enhancing companies' competitiveness.
Media Coverage and Raising Awareness
TalTech AI promotes regular media coverage of AI advancements, applications, and achievements, thereby raising public awareness.
Organizational Innovation and Efficiency
With AI playing an increasing role in work processes and education, TalTech AI aims to enhance internal AI expertise within the organization through demand-driven training programs.
Steering Committee
The TalTech AI steering committee unites representatives from various TalTech faculties and institutes to guide and support the center's strategic development. This committee coordinates interdisciplinary AI projects and fosters collaboration both within the university and externally, ensuring the center’s objectives are achieved.
Steering Committee Members:
- Sven Nõmm – School of IT, Professor at the Department of Software Science, Head of TalTech AI
- Kirke Maar – Head of AI & Robotics Estonia, AIRE
- Tanel Tammet – School of IT, Professor at the Department of Software Science
- Kristo Karjust – School of Engineering, Professor at the Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering
- Veiko Lember – School of Business and Governance, Professor at the Ragnar Nurkse Department of Innovation and Governance
- Urmas Raudsepp – School of Science, Professor at the Department of Marine Systems
The committee is supported by the Executive Director (Project Manager) Rasmus Kits and Project Assistant Arianna Jater.