Nebula UND
The name Nebula reflects UND’s vision for AI as a connected and evolving ecosystem where ideas, technologies, data, and people come together. Just as a nebula is a place where new stars are formed, Nebula UND is intended to be a secure environment where new approaches to teaching, research, operations, and innovation can take shape and grow.
Explore AI. Discover Possibilities. Innovate Responsibly.
Artificial intelligence is transforming how we learn, teach, research, and work. Nebula UND, an initiative led by University Information Technology (UIT), is creating a secure, connected environment for the UND community to explore AI, experiment with new ideas, and develop practical solutions.
What is Nebula UND?
Nebula UND is UND's emerging AI platform, bringing multiple AI models and capabilities together in one environment. Built on Microsoft's AI Foundry infrastructure, it offers opportunities to explore different AI tools, develop applications, and discover how AI can support teaching, learning, research, and university operations.
Why Nebula UND?
AI offers tremendous possibilities, but exploring those possibilities requires the right technology, safeguards, and support. Nebula UND aims to make AI more accessible while maintaining university oversight and protecting institutional information.
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Explore Access multiple AI models and discover what they can do. |
Innovate Experiment with ideas and develop solutions to real challenges. |
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Protect Explore AI within UND's security, privacy, and responsible-use requirements. |
Learn Build AI knowledge and learn from practical experiences across campus. |
Who is Nebula UND for?
Nebula UND is being developed with the broader UND community in mind, including faculty, researchers, staff, and students.
During the initial pilot, participation is limited to selected faculty, researchers, and staff. Students are not currently eligible for general access, although a limited number may participate through approved projects.
When will Nebula UND be available?
Nebula UND is entering its pilot phase in November 2026. UIT will evaluate platform capabilities, user experiences, security, support needs, and costs before making recommendations about broader campus availability.
How can I get involved?>
The initial pilot includes selected projects and participants exploring real-world AI applications. While participation is limited during this phase, the UND community can follow the pilot's progress, learn about participating projects, and see what we discover.
Explore the Nebula UND Pilot
Discover the projects, people, and lessons shaping the future of AI at UND.
The Nebula UND team has started working on initial pilot projects. As projects are confirmed, we’ll continue to share updates and details on the Pilot Projects page.