UC expands partnership with Thales for AI research

UC expands partnership with Thales for AI research

UC expands partnership with Thales for AI research

https://www.uc.edu/news/articles/2026/04/n21403391.html

Publish Date: 2026-04-22 14:27:00

Source Domain: www.uc.edu

  • Thales is a global firm in aerospace, defense, and digital technology with headquarters in France and a workforce of 83,000 people across many countries.
  • A collaboration initiative was announced at the Research + Innovation week, combining efforts from the University of Cincinnati (UC) and Thales in the fields of artificial intelligence and air mobility.
  • This collaboration builds upon an existing research agreement signed by UC and Thales in 2023.
  • The newly established collaborative workspace will focus on promoting safe and ethical AI applications for critical missions.
  • Nick Ernest, a UC engineering alumnus and chief architect for Thales Avionics, emphasized the importance of academia engagement and the advancement of research in this area.