AI Research Foundations - Asia

This course equips researchers and educators with practical AI skills for research and teaching through hands-on activities based on the Google DeepMind AI Research Foundations curriculum.

Participants will explore core AI concepts, discover AI tools for science such as AlphaGenome, and learn how to use Google Antigravity to support research workflows. They will also take part in a train-the-trainer programme, gaining the knowledge and teaching skills needed to deliver the curriculum at their own institutions.

Who should attend this workshop?

What will you achieve?

By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:

• Explain and apply core AI concepts from Google DeepMind’s AI Research Foundations curriculum in research, teaching, and institutional training contexts.
• Use AI tools and workflows such as AlphaGenome and Google Antigravity to support coding, analysis, planning, collaborative problem-solving, and research project development.
• Adapt and deliver AI training locally by using train-the-trainer methods to teach the curriculum at their own institutions and contribute to a regional community of AI educators across Asia.

The three-day programme combines professional development, strategic planning and community engagement activities. Sessions will cover:

• Google DeepMind’s AI Research Foundations curriculum
• Tools such as AlphaGenome and Google Antigravity for agent-assisted coding, analysis, planning, and workflow support
• Project development and collaborative problem-solving exercises.
• Networking activities designed to strengthen connections between participants across Asia.
• A dedicated train-the-trainer component will prepare participants to adapt and deliver the curriculum within their own institutions, helping build sustainable local AI training capacity

Prerequisites

Applicants must:

• Be based in Asia.
• Be proficient in Python, and have a background in Computer Science, Maths, Physics or other technical subjects.
• Demonstrate an interest in training, mentorship, and community engagement.
• Have the support of their institution, evidenced by a recommendation from a supervisor, line manager, or head of department.
• Be available to participate fully in the workshop.

Preference will be given to applicants with experience in training delivery, community leadership, or scientific networking, and who can demonstrate how they will apply the outcomes of the workshop within their institution or wider community.

How to Apply

Attendance at the workshop is by invitation only. Eligible candidates will be contacted directly by email and invited to submit an application by 16 July 2026.

Institutional support

After applications are submitted, supervisors or institutional representatives may be contacted to confirm their support.

Need help?

If you encounter any problems with the application process, please contact us at courses@wellcomeconnectingscience.org.

Travel visas

You may require a visa depending on your citizenship. For further information, please visit the official e-Visa website for Indonesia: https://evisa.imigrasi.go.id/

Confirmed attendees who require a letter to support a visa application should contact us at: courses@wellcomeconnectingscience.org

The event is free to attend for selected participants. Travel bursaries and accommodation will be provided.