Call for Projects
The Institute for Data Science and Analytics at the University of Michigan–Flint is excited to invite proposals for collaborative projects with industry and community partners.
This call aims to bring together academic expertise and real-world challenges, creating meaningful opportunities for students and faculty to apply their knowledge while generating valuable impact for our partners.
Introduction & Purpose
Applied Research
Real-world projects that advance knowledge
Innovation
Cutting-edge solutions to complex challenges
Experiential Learning
Students gain hands-on experience
We foster applied research, innovation, and experiential learning opportunities for students and faculty, while delivering practical, data-driven solutions to our partners.
Scope & Focus Areas
We invite proposals that leverage data science, analytics, and software engineering to address real-world challenges
Predictive Modeling & Machine Learning
Build intelligent systems that learn from data
Data Visualization & Decision Support
Transform complex data into actionable insights
Business Intelligence & Optimization
Streamline processes and drive efficiency
Healthcare Analytics & Bioinformatics
Advance medical research and patient care
Social, Economic & Policy Analysis
Address community challenges with data
Cloud Computing & AI Applications
Leverage big data infrastructure and AI
Who can participate?
Industry & Community Partners
Seeking collaboration on data-related problems
UM-Flint Faculty
Wishing to integrate projects into teaching or research
Student Teams
Undergraduate or graduate students interested in applied problem-solving
Project Requirements
Duration
8-12 weeks
Student Commitment
~10 hours per week per student
Deliverables
Clearly defined outputs (prototype, report, dashboard, model)
Partner Support
Access to relevant data and mentorship
Submission Process
Interested partners are invited to submit a Project Proposal including:
Project title and description
Problem statement and objectives
Expected deliverables
Timeline and milestones
Required skills or tools (if any)
Send your proposal to flint.ideas@umich.edu
Why partner with us?
Expert Guidance
Faculty supervision and academic rigor
Talented Students
Motivated teams eager to solve real problems
University Resources
Access to computational infrastructure and tools
Fresh Perspectives
Innovative approaches to complex challenges
Data-Driven Solutions
Evidence-based insights and recommendations
Community Impact
Contribute to student learning and regional development
Ready to start a project?
Let's collaborate on data-driven solutions that make a real difference.