Andrius Kulikauskas is applying to be an Active Inference Institute Research Fellow.
Active Inference Institute Research Fellow
1. Confirmation that one has read & agreed to the Research Fellows Terms.
2. Research proposal (1-6 pages, excluding citations), which can describe one or more research projects in detail or outline a research direction in more general terms. The proposal should include:
Title
Abstract (300 words or less)
Research question(s) and objectives
How can we scientifically investigate subjective introspective human experience?
What can Active Inference and the Free Energy Principle contribute to such a science?
Passive inference (answering), active inference (questioning), willful inference (investigating).
Meditation, introspection, contemplation, prayer.
Emotion, decision making, experience of time and space.
Significance and impact of the proposed research
Approach and research methods
Alignment with the Active Inference Institute’s mission
Anticipated measurements (outcomes and deliverables)
Timeline and milestones
People and institutions involved
Any dependencies or contingencies that might affect progress
Cited references (not counted in page limit)
In the research proposal, please clearly address:
- Motivation for proposed work and for applying for a fellowship
- Describe previous engagements/interactions with the Institute
- Describe Institute programs or activities of particular interest and/or that you intend to participate in or facilitate.
3. Curriculum vitae
4. One to Three letters of recommendation (submitted in application packet, or sent separately to blanket@activeinference.institute)
5. Up to five representative publications or products
Application questions and completed packets should be sent to blanket@activeinference.institute with [RESEARCH FELLOWS] in the Subject line. Please include all application components as separate PDF or document files attached to your email.