Call: Geo.X Young AI Academy
From ad-hoc AI use to a research-aligned AI practice.
The Geo.X Young AI Academy – Generative AI for Earth System and Planetary Science is a 10-month programme for doctoral and postdoctoral researchers in Earth System and Planetary Science. We support you in moving from ad-hoc generative AI usage to a personal and structured integration in your scientific workflows grounded in critical evaluation, ethics, and responsible practice.
Who can apply?
You should apply if you…
- Already have started using generative AI or want to
- Want to rethink your research workflow
- Are willing to actively engage and share insights
- Are a doctoral or postdoctoral researcher in Earth System or Planetary science at a Geo.X partner institution
Good to know: This programme is designed for researchers who want to integrate AI into their scientific work. If your main goal is to build programming-heavy developer skills (e.g., AI engineering or model development), a technical training programme will likely be a better option. The best fit is that you have already tried generative AI for a few research tasks and are ready to move from experimentation to more structured, reliable routines. Module 1 is designed to meet you there and build up the foundations through applied practice rather than beginner tool tutorials. But it is also fine if you consider yourself a beginner.
What do you need to do?
You can apply via the application form link on this page. No special files are required for the application. As a doctoral student, please ensure that your supervisors are informed and support your participation. For all applicants: Please read the application guidelines and important information carefully! The course has a small participation fee of 150 €. If your application is accepted, you will receive an invoice.
All sections of the online application form must be completed and submitted by the deadline (8th April 2026) in order for your application to be considered. Please fill in all mandatory fields (marked in red).
You have to complete the application form in a single session - the form will be cleared when you leave the page. Incomplete applications will not be taken into consideration.
In the case of severe technical problems with the online form please contact info@geo-x.net.
How do the application process work?
Places in this programme are limited. As Geo.X comprises nine partner institutions, each institution has a reserved contingent of places. If applications exceed allocated places, participants are selected by draw; unfilled places are reassigned to applicants from other institutions. Therefore, you will receive the notification if your application is successful shortly after the application deadline on April 8th, 2026.
Important dates: Call opens: March 9th, 2026 | Submission deadline: April, 8th 2026 | Admission notification: April 9th – 12th, 2026 | Short online questionnaire to help us tailor the courses to the knowledge of the group: April 15th, 2026 | Kick-off course in Berlin: April 27th, 2026.
If you have any questions, we will be happy to help.