European Strategy for AI in Science Consultation Response

This document is a consultation response regarding the European Strategy for AI in Science, submitted by CSC – IT Center for Science Ltd. It outlines the importance of integrating artificial intelligence into scientific research to enhance productivity and innovation in the EU. The response emphasizes the necessity of supercomputing resources and well-managed data for effective AI applications in research. It advocates for a coordinated approach to resource pooling within the EuroHPC framework, promoting synergies among policy initiatives and funding programs. The document stresses the need for diverse AI tools and the development of AI-specific skills among researchers to foster collaboration between AI specialists and domain scientists. Additionally, it highlights the significance of high-quality open data for training AI models and the importance of legal clarity regarding data usage in research. The response calls for sustainable AI practices in science, aligning with EU green computing efforts, and ensuring that AI applications are ethical and transparent.