Cosmos Grants, AI and Human Autonomy

• Develop a working prototype of AI that strengthens human autonomy over a 90-day period.
• Explore project areas such as reducing excessive deference to AI systems or supporting capacity for self-formation.
• Connect with a vetted network of builders and thinkers at the AI × philosophy frontier.

This grant supports the creation of AI prototypes that strengthen human autonomy, reducing excessive deference to AI and fostering self-formation.

• Ability to develop an early prototype of AI systems.
• Interest in AI safety, philosophy, and human autonomy.
• Open to builders and thinkers at the AI × philosophy frontier.

Grant funding for early prototypes. Access to a network of advisors, mentors, and past grantees at the AI × philosophy frontier.

The Cosmos Institute supports projects at the intersection of AI and philosophy, focusing on human autonomy and thoughtful technology development.